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Lakeside Green Coyotes #2
Bank Shot
A struggling college basketball captain and an unhappy overachiever find solace in each other in this sweet and spicy new adult sapphic romance.
GJ Mitchell is not having a good season. Despite having prepared for her senior year of college her entire life, she’s cracking under the pressure of leading a top women’s college basketball team. It doesn’t help that her coach doesn’t seem to like her and she’s getting outplayed by a breakout transfer student.
Leah Moretti has no idea who she is or what she wants. It hasn’t been easy to develop a personality living in the shadow of her overbearing, WNBA-bound twin sister. And her parents have always made it clear who the favorite is and it’s not Leah—not that Leah has ever told them how she feels about that. She instead keeps trying (and failing) for any kind of approval by doing extracurriculars she doesn’t care about and chasing situationships that are no good for her.
Desperate to get over yet another directionless fling and regain some control over her life, Leah flirts her way into GJ’s bed. Dating her sister’s teammates has always been strictly forbidden but Leah’s certain they can keep their arrangement a secret—it’s not like no strings attached GJ would want something serious, anyway. As time goes on, however, the lines get blurry and their attempt at keeping things casual to escape their respective realities doesn’t seem so casual after all.
GJ Mitchell is not having a good season. Despite having prepared for her senior year of college her entire life, she’s cracking under the pressure of leading a top women’s college basketball team. It doesn’t help that her coach doesn’t seem to like her and she’s getting outplayed by a breakout transfer student.
Leah Moretti has no idea who she is or what she wants. It hasn’t been easy to develop a personality living in the shadow of her overbearing, WNBA-bound twin sister. And her parents have always made it clear who the favorite is and it’s not Leah—not that Leah has ever told them how she feels about that. She instead keeps trying (and failing) for any kind of approval by doing extracurriculars she doesn’t care about and chasing situationships that are no good for her.
Desperate to get over yet another directionless fling and regain some control over her life, Leah flirts her way into GJ’s bed. Dating her sister’s teammates has always been strictly forbidden but Leah’s certain they can keep their arrangement a secret—it’s not like no strings attached GJ would want something serious, anyway. As time goes on, however, the lines get blurry and their attempt at keeping things casual to escape their respective realities doesn’t seem so casual after all.
403 pages, Paperback
First published June 16, 2026
About the author
Josie Mae
4 books57 followersJosie Mae (she/her) is a lesbian who writes sapphic romance. She’s a sports romance girl through and through despite being generally unathletic, and she says y’all far too much for being a city girl. She has worked a million odd jobs, lived a million different lives, and wants to live for a million more years. Josie writes all of her books with her small but mighty chiweenie, Baby Mae, by her side.
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May 25, 2026
4.5⭐️ Rounded Up
This was an easy story to like, and kept me interested from the jump.
At first I was a little iffy on whether or not I was going to like the characters. Mainly, it was Leah because of the way she acted and presented herself, but by the end I really appreciated her growth.
Both Leah and GJ weren’t the types to get into relationships, they had their reputations to uphold. Once they got their hands on each other though, that was it. They flowed really well together, and I like when I can read the genuine love between two characters.
My favorite? No third-act break up. That’s always such a relief to be able just to enjoy the progress of the relationship without having to worry about them hurting one another then getting back together. This book was all about growth, being confident in yourself, and sticking up for yourself.
A solid sports book indeed! (With a good amount of smut)
Thank you NetGalley and the author for the ARC!
This was an easy story to like, and kept me interested from the jump.
At first I was a little iffy on whether or not I was going to like the characters. Mainly, it was Leah because of the way she acted and presented herself, but by the end I really appreciated her growth.
Both Leah and GJ weren’t the types to get into relationships, they had their reputations to uphold. Once they got their hands on each other though, that was it. They flowed really well together, and I like when I can read the genuine love between two characters.
My favorite? No third-act break up. That’s always such a relief to be able just to enjoy the progress of the relationship without having to worry about them hurting one another then getting back together. This book was all about growth, being confident in yourself, and sticking up for yourself.
A solid sports book indeed! (With a good amount of smut)
Thank you NetGalley and the author for the ARC!
June 14, 2026
Thank you to the author for the ARC!
I am so happy that I gave this book a chance! I read the first book in the series and it wasn’t for me. However Bank Shot had my attention. I think because there were more conflicts that were going on with the MCs. We see Leah struggle with her family and we see GJ struggle with her mental health and basketball performance.
I appreciated that the author addressed how scary it is after college. It’s terrifying to think about life after college when you’re in your senior year. So many changes, people moving to different places, transitioning to the real world, etc. I don’t think that teansition is talked about enough. Even though it’s been 8 years since I graduated college, I definitely related to that feeling.
The pacing was good in Bank Shot and like I said, it held my attention waaaay more than the first book. I do wish we would’ve gotten a little more resolution with Leah’s family. It’s a huge plot point and I feel like it didn’t get wrapped up enough for my liking.
Definitely a read for anyone that likes sports romance!
I am so happy that I gave this book a chance! I read the first book in the series and it wasn’t for me. However Bank Shot had my attention. I think because there were more conflicts that were going on with the MCs. We see Leah struggle with her family and we see GJ struggle with her mental health and basketball performance.
I appreciated that the author addressed how scary it is after college. It’s terrifying to think about life after college when you’re in your senior year. So many changes, people moving to different places, transitioning to the real world, etc. I don’t think that teansition is talked about enough. Even though it’s been 8 years since I graduated college, I definitely related to that feeling.
The pacing was good in Bank Shot and like I said, it held my attention waaaay more than the first book. I do wish we would’ve gotten a little more resolution with Leah’s family. It’s a huge plot point and I feel like it didn’t get wrapped up enough for my liking.
Definitely a read for anyone that likes sports romance!
June 25, 2026
୨୧ book title: bank shot
୨୧ author: josie mae
୨୧ my rating: ☆☆☆☆☆
୨୧ blurb:
bank shot follows gj mitchell, a star college basketball player entering the most important season of her life. burdened by expectations, pressure from her coach, and competition from a talented transfer student, gj finds herself struggling to keep everything together. meanwhile, leah moretti has spent her entire life living in the shadow of her wnba-bound twin sister and trying to earn approval from parents who never seem to choose her first. after another disappointing situationship, leah decides a no-strings-attached arrangement with her sister's teammate might be exactly what she needs. but as the two grow closer, what starts as something casual slowly becomes impossible to keep at arm's length, forcing both women to confront what they really want from life, love, and themselves.
୨୧ my review:
i absolutely ate this book up.
seriously, bank shot is easily one of my favorite reads of 2026 so far, and i'm already tempted to reread it. from the very first chapter, i was completely hooked on gj and leah's story. the tension, the chemistry, the romance, the spice... everything about their relationship had me absolutely obsessed. i mean obsessed. i already miss their banter and conversations. there were so many moments where i caught myself smiling like an idiot while reading (and squealing).
one of my favorite things about this book was the dual pov. i loved getting inside both gj and leah's heads and understanding their insecurities, motivations, and growth. it made me feel so much more connected to them as characters and allowed me to fully invest in their relationship. reading this honestly felt like watching a movie play out in my head. it reminded me so much of my own college days and made me nostalgic for a period of life where everything feels uncertain but full of possibility. it also reminded me how little i understood at the time about how much life would change after graduation.
i especially connected with leah's character. in so many ways, she felt incredibly relatable. her entire journey revolves around trying to figure out who she is outside of other people's expectations, and honestly, isn't that just the human experience? none of us really have everything figured out. we're all just learning as we go. watching leah slowly realize that she deserved to make choices for herself instead of living for everyone else's approval was one of the most rewarding character arcs i've read this year. i was so proud of her by the end of the book. go leah gooo!
i also loved gj's character development. seeing her learn how to be a better teammate, confront her own struggles, and seek psychological support when she needed it most. i'm also in love with her but that's besides the point.
what truly made this book stand out for me was the communication. is this really how relationships are supposed to work? is it really this easy?
apparently, yes.
josie mae gave readers something that feels surprisingly rare in romance: healthy communication. gj and leah talked to each other. they were straightforward about what they wanted. they respected boundaries and expectations. they communicated honestly instead of constantly assuming the worst or creating unnecessary misunderstandings. there was no endless guessing game about what the other person was thinking. no exhausting miscommunication trope dragging things out for hundreds of pages.
instead, we got two people learning how to be honest with themselves and each other.
reading that felt like a breath of fresh air. it filled me with so much positive energy that i'm honestly struggling to put it into words. we need more romances like this. especially more sapphic romances that show healthy communication, emotional maturity, trust, and respect. relationships don't have to be built on confusion and anxiety to be compelling, and bank shot proves exactly that.
and while i loved almost every character in this book, i would like to personally file a complaint against mags and leah's parents because... what is wrong with you people? leave my girl alone jfc.
overall, i adored this book. i loved the romance, the character development, the basketball setting (even though i know nothing about basketball - go sports woohooo!), the friendships, the communication, and the emotional growth. i finished it feeling happy, hopeful, and honestly a little sad that it was over. this is absolutely a book i would reread, and it's one i'll be recommending to anyone who enjoys sapphic romance as much as i do. josie mae has officially earned a spot on my auto-read author list, and i cannot wait to see what she writes next!!
thank you to netgalley, josie mae, and honky tonk angels publishing for providing me with an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
୨୧ core tropes/themes:
- sapphic sports romance
- college setting
- sports romance
- forbidden romance
- situationship to relationship
- dual pov
- spicy!!!
୨୧ author: josie mae
୨୧ my rating: ☆☆☆☆☆
୨୧ blurb:
bank shot follows gj mitchell, a star college basketball player entering the most important season of her life. burdened by expectations, pressure from her coach, and competition from a talented transfer student, gj finds herself struggling to keep everything together. meanwhile, leah moretti has spent her entire life living in the shadow of her wnba-bound twin sister and trying to earn approval from parents who never seem to choose her first. after another disappointing situationship, leah decides a no-strings-attached arrangement with her sister's teammate might be exactly what she needs. but as the two grow closer, what starts as something casual slowly becomes impossible to keep at arm's length, forcing both women to confront what they really want from life, love, and themselves.
୨୧ my review:
i absolutely ate this book up.
seriously, bank shot is easily one of my favorite reads of 2026 so far, and i'm already tempted to reread it. from the very first chapter, i was completely hooked on gj and leah's story. the tension, the chemistry, the romance, the spice... everything about their relationship had me absolutely obsessed. i mean obsessed. i already miss their banter and conversations. there were so many moments where i caught myself smiling like an idiot while reading (and squealing).
one of my favorite things about this book was the dual pov. i loved getting inside both gj and leah's heads and understanding their insecurities, motivations, and growth. it made me feel so much more connected to them as characters and allowed me to fully invest in their relationship. reading this honestly felt like watching a movie play out in my head. it reminded me so much of my own college days and made me nostalgic for a period of life where everything feels uncertain but full of possibility. it also reminded me how little i understood at the time about how much life would change after graduation.
i especially connected with leah's character. in so many ways, she felt incredibly relatable. her entire journey revolves around trying to figure out who she is outside of other people's expectations, and honestly, isn't that just the human experience? none of us really have everything figured out. we're all just learning as we go. watching leah slowly realize that she deserved to make choices for herself instead of living for everyone else's approval was one of the most rewarding character arcs i've read this year. i was so proud of her by the end of the book. go leah gooo!
i also loved gj's character development. seeing her learn how to be a better teammate, confront her own struggles, and seek psychological support when she needed it most. i'm also in love with her but that's besides the point.
what truly made this book stand out for me was the communication. is this really how relationships are supposed to work? is it really this easy?
apparently, yes.
josie mae gave readers something that feels surprisingly rare in romance: healthy communication. gj and leah talked to each other. they were straightforward about what they wanted. they respected boundaries and expectations. they communicated honestly instead of constantly assuming the worst or creating unnecessary misunderstandings. there was no endless guessing game about what the other person was thinking. no exhausting miscommunication trope dragging things out for hundreds of pages.
instead, we got two people learning how to be honest with themselves and each other.
reading that felt like a breath of fresh air. it filled me with so much positive energy that i'm honestly struggling to put it into words. we need more romances like this. especially more sapphic romances that show healthy communication, emotional maturity, trust, and respect. relationships don't have to be built on confusion and anxiety to be compelling, and bank shot proves exactly that.
and while i loved almost every character in this book, i would like to personally file a complaint against mags and leah's parents because... what is wrong with you people? leave my girl alone jfc.
overall, i adored this book. i loved the romance, the character development, the basketball setting (even though i know nothing about basketball - go sports woohooo!), the friendships, the communication, and the emotional growth. i finished it feeling happy, hopeful, and honestly a little sad that it was over. this is absolutely a book i would reread, and it's one i'll be recommending to anyone who enjoys sapphic romance as much as i do. josie mae has officially earned a spot on my auto-read author list, and i cannot wait to see what she writes next!!
thank you to netgalley, josie mae, and honky tonk angels publishing for providing me with an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
୨୧ core tropes/themes:
- sapphic sports romance
- college setting
- sports romance
- forbidden romance
- situationship to relationship
- dual pov
- spicy!!!
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June 12, 2026I quite enjoyed this story. We have GJ, a star women's college basketball player, and Leah, a cheerleader at the same college. GJ is not known for settling down--with anyone. She's also having a tough season adjusting to life without her former teammate (and still best friend) and isn't playing well. Meanwhile, Leah feels like she's in the constant shadow of her twin, who plays basketball with GJ. Her family focuses all their attention on her sister, instead of Leah.
In an attempt to stand up for herself--and defy her sister's rule of not dating her teammates, Leah makes a flirtatious play for GJ. But their one-night-stand turns into more, much to each's surprise.
Watching GJ and Leah develop a relationship is endearing, and it's incredibly easy to root for the two of them. There is some character maturity as well as sexy bits. As a basketball fan, I enjoyed the focus on the game, even if this seemed to be some magical world where every player was headed for the WNBA.
This is fun, sexy, basketball romance with a serious side. Highly enjoyable!
I received a copy of this book from Book Funnel and Honky Tonk Angels Publishing in return for an unbiased review.
In an attempt to stand up for herself--and defy her sister's rule of not dating her teammates, Leah makes a flirtatious play for GJ. But their one-night-stand turns into more, much to each's surprise.
Watching GJ and Leah develop a relationship is endearing, and it's incredibly easy to root for the two of them. There is some character maturity as well as sexy bits. As a basketball fan, I enjoyed the focus on the game, even if this seemed to be some magical world where every player was headed for the WNBA.
This is fun, sexy, basketball romance with a serious side. Highly enjoyable!
I received a copy of this book from Book Funnel and Honky Tonk Angels Publishing in return for an unbiased review.
June 12, 2026
Thank you to the author for providing me with an ARC!
This book was such a pleasant surprise for me 😭🏀🌈
I'll be honest, I wasn't entirely sure how I would feel about a romance centered around sports. Sports books aren't usually the first thing I reach for, but WOW was I invested.
Completely. Fully. All in.
What really worked for me was the emotional journey between the characters. I am an absolute sucker for a relationship that starts with secrets and uncertainty before slowly becoming, "I want something real, but I'm terrified," and eventually turning into, "You know what? Forget it. I'm going for it."
That progression gets me every time.
I also really connected with the themes surrounding family expectations and the pressure of trying to live up to standards that can feel impossible to meet. Those moments felt authentic and added so much emotional depth to the story.
And the ending?
Absolutely worth the journey.
This book gave me romance, tension, vulnerability, growth, and characters I genuinely cared about.
Needless to say, I'll definitely be picking up sports romances more lol.
Also, Anyssa is absolutely reading this because she's the sports girlie in this relationship and I already know she's going to love it 😭
Rating: 💫🌟✨🌟💫
📖 Format: eBook
📓🖋️ Favorite Quote: “She sounded exactly like how home was meant to feel.”
This book was such a pleasant surprise for me 😭🏀🌈
I'll be honest, I wasn't entirely sure how I would feel about a romance centered around sports. Sports books aren't usually the first thing I reach for, but WOW was I invested.
Completely. Fully. All in.
What really worked for me was the emotional journey between the characters. I am an absolute sucker for a relationship that starts with secrets and uncertainty before slowly becoming, "I want something real, but I'm terrified," and eventually turning into, "You know what? Forget it. I'm going for it."
That progression gets me every time.
I also really connected with the themes surrounding family expectations and the pressure of trying to live up to standards that can feel impossible to meet. Those moments felt authentic and added so much emotional depth to the story.
And the ending?
Absolutely worth the journey.
This book gave me romance, tension, vulnerability, growth, and characters I genuinely cared about.
Needless to say, I'll definitely be picking up sports romances more lol.
Also, Anyssa is absolutely reading this because she's the sports girlie in this relationship and I already know she's going to love it 😭
Rating: 💫🌟✨🌟💫
📖 Format: eBook
📓🖋️ Favorite Quote: “She sounded exactly like how home was meant to feel.”
June 17, 2026
This was such a cute and enjoyable read! I was desperate for more sapphic sports romances so this came at a perfect time.
GJ and Leah are such a fun combination together. Both struggling with pressure, in different ways but it still allows them to understand and help each other. I also really appreciated how both of them went into this relationship with the exact same expectations and needs. Both sleep around regularly and were just looking for a fun distraction from their daily struggles. And through that, such a fun and sweet romantic element started growing.
They both grew a lot throughout the book which made me root so hard for them. And when they finally expressed their feelings and found a way to be together, every bit of struggle and drama was so worth it!
Would definitely recommend if you enjoy sapphic romances set at college with a focus on sports and some fun drama.
Thanks to NetGalley for the arc in exchange for an honest review!
GJ and Leah are such a fun combination together. Both struggling with pressure, in different ways but it still allows them to understand and help each other. I also really appreciated how both of them went into this relationship with the exact same expectations and needs. Both sleep around regularly and were just looking for a fun distraction from their daily struggles. And through that, such a fun and sweet romantic element started growing.
They both grew a lot throughout the book which made me root so hard for them. And when they finally expressed their feelings and found a way to be together, every bit of struggle and drama was so worth it!
Would definitely recommend if you enjoy sapphic romances set at college with a focus on sports and some fun drama.
Thanks to NetGalley for the arc in exchange for an honest review!
June 16, 2026
4.25⭐️
Spice: 🔥🔥.5
ARC REVIEW
Bank Shot
Book 2: Can be read as a standalone!
Out: 6/16/26
I knew after reading Tip In, I was ready for any and all releases by this author — and Bank Shot did not disappoint! As a big WNBA fan, and simply a sporty lesbian in general, this was such a fun read. My only real complaint, was wanting more in the final chapter and epilogue!
While I don’t think I connected as strongly with Leah and GJ as I did with Theo and Maya from Tip In, I really loved the emphasis on the emotional weight of family ties and the growth that came with it. As well as the impact of playing collegiate sports and how it can affect your mental health, while trying to live up to certain expectations!
These two had tons of chemistry, and found so much safety in each other — which is something I would love to see more of in my future reads! If you love a sports romance, with low angst between the MCs, and a touch of “forbidden romance” — this one is definitely for you!!!
Give me all of the sports romance books!!!
Spice: 🔥🔥.5
ARC REVIEW
Bank Shot
Book 2: Can be read as a standalone!
Out: 6/16/26
I knew after reading Tip In, I was ready for any and all releases by this author — and Bank Shot did not disappoint! As a big WNBA fan, and simply a sporty lesbian in general, this was such a fun read. My only real complaint, was wanting more in the final chapter and epilogue!
While I don’t think I connected as strongly with Leah and GJ as I did with Theo and Maya from Tip In, I really loved the emphasis on the emotional weight of family ties and the growth that came with it. As well as the impact of playing collegiate sports and how it can affect your mental health, while trying to live up to certain expectations!
These two had tons of chemistry, and found so much safety in each other — which is something I would love to see more of in my future reads! If you love a sports romance, with low angst between the MCs, and a touch of “forbidden romance” — this one is definitely for you!!!
Give me all of the sports romance books!!!
June 4, 2026
I’m honestly not sure what I’m supposed to do with myself now I’ve finished this book. I am wholeheartedly obsessed with GJ and Leah.
I read an arc of Tip In last year and fell instantly in love with the Lakeside Green Coyotes universe so I was honoured to receive an arc of Bank Shot. A tiny part of me was worried that no couple could compare to Theo and Maya but I was immediately proven to be an idiot for worrying.
GJ and Leah have the most wonderful chemistry right from their very first encounter. Watching their physical attraction to each other blossom into the most beautiful love story has left my heart feeling so full.
There were so many moments throughout this story that had me giggling, blushing and near-squealing with excitement. I just love GJ and Leah so much.
Bank Shot has a perfect blend of sweet, tender moments and (veryyy) spicy ones. The relationship between GJ and Leah is enchanting. Watching their love and trust for one another develop was a magical experience and I care so much for these two characters.
GJ’s journey through her basketball slump was super interesting to read. Her resilience was inspiring and I loved how therapy was discussed within the novel. Josie Mae does a really good job of balancing the intricacies of mental health and anxiety with the romance and light hearted moments. The representation felt really natural and added to GJ’s character growth, without making the story feel too heavy.
I also really loved the exploration of Leah’s family dynamics. I felt so proud of her for going after what she wanted and the ways, both big and small, that she stood up for herself. Again, this element of the story was emotionally weighted but not too heavy that it changed the tone of the story. Like GJ’s hurdles, Leah’s relationship with her sister and parents added to her character arc and made me love her even more.
Just like Tip In, Bank Shot was a fun and fast-paced basketball romance. This time, we had the addition of Leah being a cheerleader at Lakeside Green. I love that Josie managed to make me fall in love with a sport that I previously had no knowledge of or interest in. Thought the novel, I was super invested in the success of the team and the individual players’ chances at success post-college.
I loved the training scenes and the moments of friendship between GJ and her teammates. I hope there are many MANY more books in this series because I can not get enough of these characters.
Of course, I can’t not mention the Theo and Maya cameos!!!!!! I was silently screaming in
reading this book in public when I saw that they were back. I adore GJ and Theo’s friendship and also loved seeing what Maya and Theo were up to following Tip In.
Yet again, Josie Mae has delivered a beautiful slice of queer joy. Fast-paced, funny and full of heart, this book is an instant five star for me.
I can’t wait to yell about it to everyone that I know and I am so looking forward to having a physical copy on my shelves. I am also very excited to reread and physically tab all of the things I highlighted on my kindle.
Thank you so much again to Josie Mae for the arc. I promise these opinions are all my own. I love these characters beyond words and GJ and Leah have instantly joined Theo and Maya on my list of all time favourite couples. Go Coyotes💚
I read an arc of Tip In last year and fell instantly in love with the Lakeside Green Coyotes universe so I was honoured to receive an arc of Bank Shot. A tiny part of me was worried that no couple could compare to Theo and Maya but I was immediately proven to be an idiot for worrying.
GJ and Leah have the most wonderful chemistry right from their very first encounter. Watching their physical attraction to each other blossom into the most beautiful love story has left my heart feeling so full.
There were so many moments throughout this story that had me giggling, blushing and near-squealing with excitement. I just love GJ and Leah so much.
Bank Shot has a perfect blend of sweet, tender moments and (veryyy) spicy ones. The relationship between GJ and Leah is enchanting. Watching their love and trust for one another develop was a magical experience and I care so much for these two characters.
GJ’s journey through her basketball slump was super interesting to read. Her resilience was inspiring and I loved how therapy was discussed within the novel. Josie Mae does a really good job of balancing the intricacies of mental health and anxiety with the romance and light hearted moments. The representation felt really natural and added to GJ’s character growth, without making the story feel too heavy.
I also really loved the exploration of Leah’s family dynamics. I felt so proud of her for going after what she wanted and the ways, both big and small, that she stood up for herself. Again, this element of the story was emotionally weighted but not too heavy that it changed the tone of the story. Like GJ’s hurdles, Leah’s relationship with her sister and parents added to her character arc and made me love her even more.
Just like Tip In, Bank Shot was a fun and fast-paced basketball romance. This time, we had the addition of Leah being a cheerleader at Lakeside Green. I love that Josie managed to make me fall in love with a sport that I previously had no knowledge of or interest in. Thought the novel, I was super invested in the success of the team and the individual players’ chances at success post-college.
I loved the training scenes and the moments of friendship between GJ and her teammates. I hope there are many MANY more books in this series because I can not get enough of these characters.
Of course, I can’t not mention the Theo and Maya cameos!!!!!! I was silently screaming in
reading this book in public when I saw that they were back. I adore GJ and Theo’s friendship and also loved seeing what Maya and Theo were up to following Tip In.
Yet again, Josie Mae has delivered a beautiful slice of queer joy. Fast-paced, funny and full of heart, this book is an instant five star for me.
I can’t wait to yell about it to everyone that I know and I am so looking forward to having a physical copy on my shelves. I am also very excited to reread and physically tab all of the things I highlighted on my kindle.
Thank you so much again to Josie Mae for the arc. I promise these opinions are all my own. I love these characters beyond words and GJ and Leah have instantly joined Theo and Maya on my list of all time favourite couples. Go Coyotes💚
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
✧ Genre: Lesbian Romance
✧ Tropes: Basketball/Sports Romance • Teammate’s Sister • Forbidden Romance
✧ Rating: 3.5/5 ★
✧ Spice: 3/5 🌶️
✧ Summary:
Bank Shot follows GJ, the struggling captain of a college basketball team, and Leah, the overlooked twin sister of her teammate, as the two start a secret casual relationship. While GJ deals with the pressure of leadership and losing confidence on the court, Leah struggles with constantly feeling second best within her own family.
✧ Thoughts:
I enjoyed this overall, but I definitely had mixed feelings about the plot. Some parts were interesting, especially everything involving Leah’s family dynamics and how badly they treated her. Those scenes carried a lot of emotional weight and made me really root for her. Other parts, however, dragged a bit and felt repetitive, so there were moments where I lost interest before the story pulled me back in again. The basketball storyline itself was fine, but the emotional conflicts outside of sports were what kept me reading.
The romance was very cute. I could definitely feel the chemistry between GJ and Leah, and I liked how comfortable they became with each other over time. I enjoyed watching them falling in love with each other. The spice scenes were also incredibly hot—especially when you’re into strap-ons! 🤭
Leah’s family was the most compelling part of the book for me—and also the most infuriating. The favoritism toward her sister was so frustrating to read about, and I hated how invisible Leah constantly felt in her own family. Her parents are afwul, her sister doesn’t see it. Those scenes were painful, and I appreciated seeing Leah slowly recognize that she deserved better treatment. Her personal growth was more interesting to me than the actual romance plot.
What I struggled the most with was the writing style. It wasn’t bad exactly, but something about it made it difficult for me to fully sink into the story. At times the pacing felt uneven, and some scenes lacked emotional depth. It was more telling than showing, and some sentences were weirdly structured. I still found it readable and easy enough to get through.
Overall, this was a solid and easy sapphic sports romance with some really strong emotional moments, especially regarding Leah’s family and self-worth. I liked the relationship and enjoyed parts of the story quite a lot, but some chapters were to slow for me. Not a favorite for me, but still an enjoyable read with enough heart to keep me invested.
✧ Thanks to the publisher, the author, and NetGalley for providing the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
✧ Publication Date: 16th June, 2026
✧ Tropes: Basketball/Sports Romance • Teammate’s Sister • Forbidden Romance
✧ Rating: 3.5/5 ★
✧ Spice: 3/5 🌶️
✧ Summary:
Bank Shot follows GJ, the struggling captain of a college basketball team, and Leah, the overlooked twin sister of her teammate, as the two start a secret casual relationship. While GJ deals with the pressure of leadership and losing confidence on the court, Leah struggles with constantly feeling second best within her own family.
✧ Thoughts:
I enjoyed this overall, but I definitely had mixed feelings about the plot. Some parts were interesting, especially everything involving Leah’s family dynamics and how badly they treated her. Those scenes carried a lot of emotional weight and made me really root for her. Other parts, however, dragged a bit and felt repetitive, so there were moments where I lost interest before the story pulled me back in again. The basketball storyline itself was fine, but the emotional conflicts outside of sports were what kept me reading.
The romance was very cute. I could definitely feel the chemistry between GJ and Leah, and I liked how comfortable they became with each other over time. I enjoyed watching them falling in love with each other. The spice scenes were also incredibly hot—especially when you’re into strap-ons! 🤭
Leah’s family was the most compelling part of the book for me—and also the most infuriating. The favoritism toward her sister was so frustrating to read about, and I hated how invisible Leah constantly felt in her own family. Her parents are afwul, her sister doesn’t see it. Those scenes were painful, and I appreciated seeing Leah slowly recognize that she deserved better treatment. Her personal growth was more interesting to me than the actual romance plot.
What I struggled the most with was the writing style. It wasn’t bad exactly, but something about it made it difficult for me to fully sink into the story. At times the pacing felt uneven, and some scenes lacked emotional depth. It was more telling than showing, and some sentences were weirdly structured. I still found it readable and easy enough to get through.
Overall, this was a solid and easy sapphic sports romance with some really strong emotional moments, especially regarding Leah’s family and self-worth. I liked the relationship and enjoyed parts of the story quite a lot, but some chapters were to slow for me. Not a favorite for me, but still an enjoyable read with enough heart to keep me invested.
✧ Thanks to the publisher, the author, and NetGalley for providing the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
✧ Publication Date: 16th June, 2026
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I am honestly so grateful for this book, it pulled me out of the biggest slump ever, it is such an easy read and it’s just so cozy and a breath of fresh air.
The storyline focuses on basketballer GJ and cheerleader Leah, It’s their last year at college and it’s a big year for them both professionally. GJ wants to get drafted to play basketball professionally and Leah isn’t really sure what she what’s to do. Leah’s family… let’s just say they are more supportive of Leah’s sister Mags (GJs teammate) like a LOT more supportive, Mags being part of the basketball team gives them something to gloat about in country clubs, while Leah… She doesn’t give them much to brag about.
A huge part of the story is Leahs character growth and realization that she is a grown adult, a seperate person from Mags, she can make her own decisions, she can be with whoever she wants, she doesn’t need her parents approval, she doesn’t have to do anything. It’s a huge brave moment for her, which leads to her going home with GJ, the completely off limits GJ. It starts as nothing serious, neither of them want anything serious, no feelings, but it doesn’t last that way for long. I loved Leah’s growth a ton, like YES be your own person! And set boundaries!!!
GJ also has her growth in this story. GJs reputation (which Leah is fully aware of) is a bit of a play girl, she’s been with most people, she’s known for the good time and no feelings attached, but although that’s what GJ and Leah think they are at the start, it doesn’t take long to realise that they are obviously different from that, GJ has liked Leah for a LONG time, but honestly she is down for whatever Leah wants, it’s sort of a She Falls First, Both Of Them Fall Harder, because they do, both of them fall so hard and so fast. GJ also goes through it mentally during her basketball season, she has a rough start, and that’s understandable because her best and only close friend Theo has just left to play in the big leagues of professional basketball, and now GJ and the team are struggling. I felt so bad for GJ, but I loved seeing her pick herself up!
The romance in this book is HOT, it’s BEAUTIFUL, it’s the definition of chefs kiss. It’s also smooth, like I don’t know how to explain but it’s SMOOTH, it’s easy and beautifully written, the comfort GJ and Leah feel when they are together is something else, they can relax, both know what to say to the other, how to help, how to reassure.
I am also in LOVE with both GJ and Leah’s friends, the supportiveness of everyone in this book is something else, it’s BEAUTIFUL!
Okay I loved this book a whole massive ton, thank you so much I am so incredibly grateful!
The storyline focuses on basketballer GJ and cheerleader Leah, It’s their last year at college and it’s a big year for them both professionally. GJ wants to get drafted to play basketball professionally and Leah isn’t really sure what she what’s to do. Leah’s family… let’s just say they are more supportive of Leah’s sister Mags (GJs teammate) like a LOT more supportive, Mags being part of the basketball team gives them something to gloat about in country clubs, while Leah… She doesn’t give them much to brag about.
A huge part of the story is Leahs character growth and realization that she is a grown adult, a seperate person from Mags, she can make her own decisions, she can be with whoever she wants, she doesn’t need her parents approval, she doesn’t have to do anything. It’s a huge brave moment for her, which leads to her going home with GJ, the completely off limits GJ. It starts as nothing serious, neither of them want anything serious, no feelings, but it doesn’t last that way for long. I loved Leah’s growth a ton, like YES be your own person! And set boundaries!!!
GJ also has her growth in this story. GJs reputation (which Leah is fully aware of) is a bit of a play girl, she’s been with most people, she’s known for the good time and no feelings attached, but although that’s what GJ and Leah think they are at the start, it doesn’t take long to realise that they are obviously different from that, GJ has liked Leah for a LONG time, but honestly she is down for whatever Leah wants, it’s sort of a She Falls First, Both Of Them Fall Harder, because they do, both of them fall so hard and so fast. GJ also goes through it mentally during her basketball season, she has a rough start, and that’s understandable because her best and only close friend Theo has just left to play in the big leagues of professional basketball, and now GJ and the team are struggling. I felt so bad for GJ, but I loved seeing her pick herself up!
The romance in this book is HOT, it’s BEAUTIFUL, it’s the definition of chefs kiss. It’s also smooth, like I don’t know how to explain but it’s SMOOTH, it’s easy and beautifully written, the comfort GJ and Leah feel when they are together is something else, they can relax, both know what to say to the other, how to help, how to reassure.
I am also in LOVE with both GJ and Leah’s friends, the supportiveness of everyone in this book is something else, it’s BEAUTIFUL!
Okay I loved this book a whole massive ton, thank you so much I am so incredibly grateful!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Bank Shot
Josie Mae
ARC Review
Short Summary
Book 2 of the Lakeside Green Coyotes Series.
GJ returns for her senior year as Captain of the Lakeside Green Basketball team and is feeling the pressure that comes with leading the team and preparing for the WNBA draft. GJ is known as a player – both on and off the court – and none of her teammates would ever want her to date their sister.
Leah despite being successful in every aspect of her life, if overshadowed by her basketball playing twin sister, especially by her parents who only seem to care about what her sister does. Leah, despite knowing her sister doesn’t allow her to date her teammates, gets GJ’s attention. What was supposed to just be a good night of sex ends up becoming more.
My Review
I loved getting to learn more about GJ in this book. From all appearances she had the world at her fingertips. Touted to be a top pick in the WNBA draft. Captain of her College basketball team. Women throwing themselves at her. A best friend playing in the WNBA. All that is amazing, but it also comes with expectations and a bunch of people wanting to knock you off the top.
GJ feels the pressure and it prevents her from performing to her own high expectations. It was great to see the mentors and supporters come through for GJ, so uplifting.
Leah was a great addition, seeing her realize that she has a say in her own future. That she gets to choose her own path. And that she is important on her own was so wonderful. I loved that arc for her and she deserved it.
I will say the rule of Leah’s sister, Mags, for not dating her teammates despite being a good plot device, just seemed like something Leah would’ve blown past before. I know it was in respect for her sister, but her sister isn’t written in a way to have deserved that respect. I think I didn’t love this aspect because I just didn’t like her sister. But it did provide a great punch and counterpunch for the already testy relationship between Mags and GJ.
Having played team sports in university I really liked the team dynamics and this was done so well. Knowing that as a starter there is always some new person wanting to take your spot; but that you are also there to help them be the best they can be. The team only does well when everyone is pulling for the same result and they leave their egos on the sidelines.
The spice was on point, it was low angst, and had a happy ending. Go coyotes!
Thank you to the author for providing an advanced digital copy via NetGalley for me to be able to read and review.
Josie Mae
ARC Review
Short Summary
Book 2 of the Lakeside Green Coyotes Series.
GJ returns for her senior year as Captain of the Lakeside Green Basketball team and is feeling the pressure that comes with leading the team and preparing for the WNBA draft. GJ is known as a player – both on and off the court – and none of her teammates would ever want her to date their sister.
Leah despite being successful in every aspect of her life, if overshadowed by her basketball playing twin sister, especially by her parents who only seem to care about what her sister does. Leah, despite knowing her sister doesn’t allow her to date her teammates, gets GJ’s attention. What was supposed to just be a good night of sex ends up becoming more.
My Review
I loved getting to learn more about GJ in this book. From all appearances she had the world at her fingertips. Touted to be a top pick in the WNBA draft. Captain of her College basketball team. Women throwing themselves at her. A best friend playing in the WNBA. All that is amazing, but it also comes with expectations and a bunch of people wanting to knock you off the top.
GJ feels the pressure and it prevents her from performing to her own high expectations. It was great to see the mentors and supporters come through for GJ, so uplifting.
Leah was a great addition, seeing her realize that she has a say in her own future. That she gets to choose her own path. And that she is important on her own was so wonderful. I loved that arc for her and she deserved it.
I will say the rule of Leah’s sister, Mags, for not dating her teammates despite being a good plot device, just seemed like something Leah would’ve blown past before. I know it was in respect for her sister, but her sister isn’t written in a way to have deserved that respect. I think I didn’t love this aspect because I just didn’t like her sister. But it did provide a great punch and counterpunch for the already testy relationship between Mags and GJ.
Having played team sports in university I really liked the team dynamics and this was done so well. Knowing that as a starter there is always some new person wanting to take your spot; but that you are also there to help them be the best they can be. The team only does well when everyone is pulling for the same result and they leave their egos on the sidelines.
The spice was on point, it was low angst, and had a happy ending. Go coyotes!
Thank you to the author for providing an advanced digital copy via NetGalley for me to be able to read and review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This one didn't disappoint. This falls under the category of books I love earnestly—no third-act breakup or drama for the sake of keeping it interesting, combined with Josie Mae's writing that I've come to love over the course of the last two books. I don't think it's necessarily for everyone, and if you loved "Tip In," then you know what to expect. It's a slow, plot-driven story that unfolds purely because both characters chose to. No hiding, no playing around with their feelings for each other, or beating around the bush. Some might say too healthy, some might say boring. I personally loved the hell out of it. (And they do not fight. My kink is communication. Perhaps it might not be yours.)
It moves around characters, figuring out their own feelings based on the life experiences/families they have, which reflects on how they move forward—a detail I appreciated. GJ has to navigate the last year of her college career with a lot of setbacks and doubt without her best friend. Leah, on the other hand, is faced with family tension that was always present, but she decides it's finally time she has to step up for herself. Those two find each other and help in their own way against her sister's rule. I have to say that I enjoyed the path that was chosen for Leah with the way she decides how to steer her relationship with her sister and parents, highlighting that we are not always responsible for other people's behavior, even if they feel close to us. (I did want to strangle each and every one of them; goddess, those dialogues were good.)
That being said, Leah comes with a lot of bad decisions and issues when it comes to exes/relationships, basically the themes it all spins around. I felt drawn to her in a lot of ways, mostly reflecting on trying to figure out what you want for yourself when it seems you want nothing at all, and decisions were made for you long before that, or as it turns out - it's just what you let yourself believe without taking responsibility for your choices. That hit too close to home and made me think about some things.
Although I'd like more for the epilogue, at least them talking to each other as the draft approaches.... so a couple of months later with light commentary didn't really do it for me. I was definitely a bit disappointed, but that didn't make the books less enjoyable for me. And the conversations between GJ and Theo were great. Still reeling from the "masc for masc" and "happy pride to us" remarks, lol.
Thank you for ARC!
It moves around characters, figuring out their own feelings based on the life experiences/families they have, which reflects on how they move forward—a detail I appreciated. GJ has to navigate the last year of her college career with a lot of setbacks and doubt without her best friend. Leah, on the other hand, is faced with family tension that was always present, but she decides it's finally time she has to step up for herself. Those two find each other and help in their own way against her sister's rule. I have to say that I enjoyed the path that was chosen for Leah with the way she decides how to steer her relationship with her sister and parents, highlighting that we are not always responsible for other people's behavior, even if they feel close to us. (I did want to strangle each and every one of them; goddess, those dialogues were good.)
That being said, Leah comes with a lot of bad decisions and issues when it comes to exes/relationships, basically the themes it all spins around. I felt drawn to her in a lot of ways, mostly reflecting on trying to figure out what you want for yourself when it seems you want nothing at all, and decisions were made for you long before that, or as it turns out - it's just what you let yourself believe without taking responsibility for your choices. That hit too close to home and made me think about some things.
Although I'd like more for the epilogue, at least them talking to each other as the draft approaches.... so a couple of months later with light commentary didn't really do it for me. I was definitely a bit disappointed, but that didn't make the books less enjoyable for me. And the conversations between GJ and Theo were great. Still reeling from the "masc for masc" and "happy pride to us" remarks, lol.
Thank you for ARC!
June 7, 2026
The second book in the Lakeside Green Coyotes, we return this time with GJ the team captain and best buddy of Theo from book one. GJ has a bit of a womaniser reputation much different from the tone of book one but catches the eye of Leah the super confident cheerleader and sister to her team mate Mags. Both feel the chemistry and not just in the bed (or the couch or the bathroom countertop!) but is it just casual or do they see if this is something more.
Definitely can be read as a standalone but Theo and Mags do pop up in quite a few places so probably best to read the first to understand their story a bit. It’s an okay read I preferred it wasn’t super basketball heavy like the first one but my main gripe is that nothing really happened, honestly it’s just casual until it’s not (which is like 85% of the story)!
Many areas really went unresolved Leah needs to find a backbone letting her sister dictate her life was quite frustrating and honestly other than being a narcissist I don’t really get why Mags had this much power over her decision making. Also why speculate that Mags and her strong female friendship with her bestie is more than friends I guess we will never know what those vibes were! Struggling to understand why Leah couldn’t date a team mate, I mean she’s a cheerleader isn’t that like the classic stereotype?!
GJ seemed cool but honestly nothing really much to her she likes basketball, has a cool family, having a bit of a shooting slump and likes women. This was an okay read but not one you need to think on too hard! Good to revisit and be interesting to see if there is another book my guess will be if there is a focus on Ellie?
Thanks for NetGalley and Honky Tonk Angels publishing for giving me an opportunity to read the second instalment!
Definitely can be read as a standalone but Theo and Mags do pop up in quite a few places so probably best to read the first to understand their story a bit. It’s an okay read I preferred it wasn’t super basketball heavy like the first one but my main gripe is that nothing really happened, honestly it’s just casual until it’s not (which is like 85% of the story)!
Many areas really went unresolved Leah needs to find a backbone letting her sister dictate her life was quite frustrating and honestly other than being a narcissist I don’t really get why Mags had this much power over her decision making. Also why speculate that Mags and her strong female friendship with her bestie is more than friends I guess we will never know what those vibes were! Struggling to understand why Leah couldn’t date a team mate, I mean she’s a cheerleader isn’t that like the classic stereotype?!
GJ seemed cool but honestly nothing really much to her she likes basketball, has a cool family, having a bit of a shooting slump and likes women. This was an okay read but not one you need to think on too hard! Good to revisit and be interesting to see if there is another book my guess will be if there is a focus on Ellie?
Thanks for NetGalley and Honky Tonk Angels publishing for giving me an opportunity to read the second instalment!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 16, 2026
This was fun! It was sweet and heartfelt and a great mixture of spice and substance.
This was a great reading experience. I’ve been in a bit of a reading slump, and this was a great book to remind me why I love reading. It was sweet and fun, and I was kicking my feet. It reminded me of all the things I love about sports romances. I think I liked this one better than the first in the series, though they’re both solid romances.
My one qualm was Mags, Leah’s twin sister. Mags confused me as a character. I don’t know if she was being set up, but I do know that she and Gemma are going to get their own book, and based on the way Mags is written, I’m not sure a book about her would be enjoyable. She’s just portrayed in such an unlikeable way, and as a bad sister, I’m not sure if any internal excuses or reasons for her behavior that we would get from a book from her POV are going to excuse it for me in a way where I can root for her. Unless she has a crazy redemption arc following the immediate end of this book, I have my doubts. But I’m open to being pleasantly surprised.
Besides Mags being a frustrating character, I really enjoyed this book! The characters were great and easy to root for, and I really felt them falling for each other. I was kicking my feet and having a great time, and I think all the sapphic sports romance fans out there will eat this up!
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️(3.5, multiple explicit, on-page scenes)
Thank you to Honky Tonk Angels Publishing and NetGalley for the advanced copy! I received an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own.
This was a great reading experience. I’ve been in a bit of a reading slump, and this was a great book to remind me why I love reading. It was sweet and fun, and I was kicking my feet. It reminded me of all the things I love about sports romances. I think I liked this one better than the first in the series, though they’re both solid romances.
My one qualm was Mags, Leah’s twin sister. Mags confused me as a character. I don’t know if she was being set up, but I do know that she and Gemma are going to get their own book, and based on the way Mags is written, I’m not sure a book about her would be enjoyable. She’s just portrayed in such an unlikeable way, and as a bad sister, I’m not sure if any internal excuses or reasons for her behavior that we would get from a book from her POV are going to excuse it for me in a way where I can root for her. Unless she has a crazy redemption arc following the immediate end of this book, I have my doubts. But I’m open to being pleasantly surprised.
Besides Mags being a frustrating character, I really enjoyed this book! The characters were great and easy to root for, and I really felt them falling for each other. I was kicking my feet and having a great time, and I think all the sapphic sports romance fans out there will eat this up!
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️(3.5, multiple explicit, on-page scenes)
Thank you to Honky Tonk Angels Publishing and NetGalley for the advanced copy! I received an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own.
June 12, 2026
This was a cute little sapphic love story, perfectly timed for Pride Month. It follows GJ, the captain of her college basketball team, and Leah, a cheerleader, as they navigate their senior year together.
GJ is struggling with the pressure and anxiety that come with leading her team through her final season as captain, while Leah faces the all-too-familiar challenges of early adulthood: family issues, a complicated situationship, and uncertainty about what the future holds. As the story unfolds, the two gradually find comfort, support, and understanding in one another, making for a sweet and heartfelt romance.
I’m usually not one for sports romances, but I really enjoyed this one. The story wasn’t overly focused on basketball; instead, it centered on the two main characters and their blossoming relationship.
I especially appreciated how the book explored themes of pressure, identity, and the general messiness of being in your early twenties. Overall, it was a very sweet story with just the right amount of spice. I loved getting to watch GJ and Leah’s feelings for each other grow naturally throughout the book.It was also interesting to experience Leah’s family dynamics, even if they were a little frustrating at times. The epilogue was beautiful, and I was especially happy that the story avoided a third act breakup. It felt like the perfect ending to their journey.
Thanks to netgalley and Honky Tonk Angles Publishing for the early Arc.
GJ is struggling with the pressure and anxiety that come with leading her team through her final season as captain, while Leah faces the all-too-familiar challenges of early adulthood: family issues, a complicated situationship, and uncertainty about what the future holds. As the story unfolds, the two gradually find comfort, support, and understanding in one another, making for a sweet and heartfelt romance.
I’m usually not one for sports romances, but I really enjoyed this one. The story wasn’t overly focused on basketball; instead, it centered on the two main characters and their blossoming relationship.
I especially appreciated how the book explored themes of pressure, identity, and the general messiness of being in your early twenties. Overall, it was a very sweet story with just the right amount of spice. I loved getting to watch GJ and Leah’s feelings for each other grow naturally throughout the book.It was also interesting to experience Leah’s family dynamics, even if they were a little frustrating at times. The epilogue was beautiful, and I was especially happy that the story avoided a third act breakup. It felt like the perfect ending to their journey.
Thanks to netgalley and Honky Tonk Angles Publishing for the early Arc.
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May 25, 2026Bank Shot is a heartfelt and emotionally grounded new adult sapphic romance that explores identity, pressure, and emotional escape through the lens of college basketball and personal struggle. Josie Mae crafts a story that feels honest, intimate, and deeply character driven, offering a nuanced look at ambition, insecurity, and unexpected connection.
What makes the novel especially compelling is the emotional contrast between GJ and Leah. GJ’s struggle with leadership pressure and performance expectations is portrayed with sensitivity, while Leah’s search for identity and validation adds another layer of emotional depth. Together, their connection feels natural, complicated, and emotionally charged as both characters begin to find solace in each other.
The sports setting enhances the narrative by adding tension, discipline, and high stakes emotional pressure. Against this backdrop, the developing relationship feels both grounding and transformative, allowing vulnerability to surface in a way that feels earned and meaningful. Josie Mae balances romance, emotional growth, and personal discovery with sincerity and care.
Tender, emotional, and quietly powerful, Bank Shot is a standout sapphic romance that will strongly resonate with readers who enjoy sports romance, slow burn emotional development, and stories centered on identity, pressure, and healing through connection.
What makes the novel especially compelling is the emotional contrast between GJ and Leah. GJ’s struggle with leadership pressure and performance expectations is portrayed with sensitivity, while Leah’s search for identity and validation adds another layer of emotional depth. Together, their connection feels natural, complicated, and emotionally charged as both characters begin to find solace in each other.
The sports setting enhances the narrative by adding tension, discipline, and high stakes emotional pressure. Against this backdrop, the developing relationship feels both grounding and transformative, allowing vulnerability to surface in a way that feels earned and meaningful. Josie Mae balances romance, emotional growth, and personal discovery with sincerity and care.
Tender, emotional, and quietly powerful, Bank Shot is a standout sapphic romance that will strongly resonate with readers who enjoy sports romance, slow burn emotional development, and stories centered on identity, pressure, and healing through connection.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley, Victory Editing, and the very talented Josie Mae for this absolute GEM. MAY I PLEASE ANOTHER?!
HAPPY PRIDE QUEER READERS - TREAT YOURSELF TO THIS DESSERT AND DELIGHT OF A NOVEL!
y'all the way I wish for this book to be turned into the remake of love & basketball SAPPHICS ONLY. This landscape introduced zero men. We meet one father, we hear of brothers or uncles. We literally are only focused and learning about these women. They aren't being compared to the college men's equivalent - they aren't being experimented with in college, they are fiercely and lovingly THE EXACT WAY THEY SHOULD BE. Can I enroll ? Is this a real place ? I will literally gladly sign up for my four years right now.
Honestly it was perfect. I gobbled it up in two days and it would have been faster if I didn't have to do other 9-5 things. Have I said how much I LOVED it!! I GENUINELY FELT THAT I WAS SEEING BEHIND THE SCENES IN A REAL LIFE WNBA BEFORE DRAFT ! The timing is impeccable !!!!
Also- these sex scenes do not disappoint. It's not repetitive. It's not lack luster. It remains fevered and juicy...AHHHHH THE SEX SCENES no but genuinely also the sex scenes......
I suspect there is unconfirmed also neurospicy representation in the sister - this was not part of the description but it was nice because it resonated with me, even if unintentional.
HAPPY PRIDE QUEER READERS - TREAT YOURSELF TO THIS DESSERT AND DELIGHT OF A NOVEL!
y'all the way I wish for this book to be turned into the remake of love & basketball SAPPHICS ONLY. This landscape introduced zero men. We meet one father, we hear of brothers or uncles. We literally are only focused and learning about these women. They aren't being compared to the college men's equivalent - they aren't being experimented with in college, they are fiercely and lovingly THE EXACT WAY THEY SHOULD BE. Can I enroll ? Is this a real place ? I will literally gladly sign up for my four years right now.
Honestly it was perfect. I gobbled it up in two days and it would have been faster if I didn't have to do other 9-5 things. Have I said how much I LOVED it!! I GENUINELY FELT THAT I WAS SEEING BEHIND THE SCENES IN A REAL LIFE WNBA BEFORE DRAFT ! The timing is impeccable !!!!
Also- these sex scenes do not disappoint. It's not repetitive. It's not lack luster. It remains fevered and juicy...AHHHHH THE SEX SCENES no but genuinely also the sex scenes......
I suspect there is unconfirmed also neurospicy representation in the sister - this was not part of the description but it was nice because it resonated with me, even if unintentional.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I wish I had read the first book in the series before I read this one since even if technically a standalone, I would have loved to get more context to the characters and setting story. Even though I am not a basketball fan this was a nice read about college kids that struggle a bit.
After Leah’s latest girlfriend ditches her and she wants to feel desired, she checks out one of her sisters’ teammates, GJ. GJ is quite the player and would never be approved by her sister, which makes it extra appealing as a casual thing making your ex jealous. GJ is of course up to the task, it does after all mean she will get to have sex with someone hot like Leah. They have an amazing night, nothing none of them ever have experienced before.
They both know that this is casual, nothing serious, but they keep on seeing each other, they start talking, getting to know each other, not only have sex. GJ is finally getting this chance to shine as basketball captain but start having anxiety about everything, that she no longer is good at basketball. Leah on the other hand is feeling so restrained by her family, only as an accessory to her sister, the basketball star. They are there for each other and slowly realize that they may be something more than casual and that is great to read.
I received a free ARC via NetGalley and leave an honest review voluntarily.
After Leah’s latest girlfriend ditches her and she wants to feel desired, she checks out one of her sisters’ teammates, GJ. GJ is quite the player and would never be approved by her sister, which makes it extra appealing as a casual thing making your ex jealous. GJ is of course up to the task, it does after all mean she will get to have sex with someone hot like Leah. They have an amazing night, nothing none of them ever have experienced before.
They both know that this is casual, nothing serious, but they keep on seeing each other, they start talking, getting to know each other, not only have sex. GJ is finally getting this chance to shine as basketball captain but start having anxiety about everything, that she no longer is good at basketball. Leah on the other hand is feeling so restrained by her family, only as an accessory to her sister, the basketball star. They are there for each other and slowly realize that they may be something more than casual and that is great to read.
I received a free ARC via NetGalley and leave an honest review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you so much to Josie Mae for giving me an ARC of this book, so appreciated!🏀❤️
I loved Tip In, and found such a soft spot for GJ, so when I found out this book was going to focus on her, I already knew I'd love it. This was fantastic!
GJ and Leah's relationship was amazing and I loved their flirty banter but also pure love and support for one another. They both went through hard things in this book and their tender moments were so lovely to read. I rooted for them the whole time, giggled and kicked my feet, and BLUSHED HARD at GJ. Like girly I am down soooo bad for you.
The introduction of Anna was good as well and I'm looking forward to hopefully learning more about her. And the focus more on Ellie, especially GJ following in Theo's footsteps and helping with training, was super sweet. I really hope Ellie gets a book!
Leah's family situation was unfortunately all too relatable, and although it was hard to read, it was really delicately handled and well written. I really was cheering on for her, especially towards the end. Will be interesting to see how her relationship with Mags will be affected in future books!
Overall this was a 5/5, written with a lot of heart, love and queer joy. The spice was great, the relationships were gorgeous and I am so excited for the next one!
I loved Tip In, and found such a soft spot for GJ, so when I found out this book was going to focus on her, I already knew I'd love it. This was fantastic!
GJ and Leah's relationship was amazing and I loved their flirty banter but also pure love and support for one another. They both went through hard things in this book and their tender moments were so lovely to read. I rooted for them the whole time, giggled and kicked my feet, and BLUSHED HARD at GJ. Like girly I am down soooo bad for you.
The introduction of Anna was good as well and I'm looking forward to hopefully learning more about her. And the focus more on Ellie, especially GJ following in Theo's footsteps and helping with training, was super sweet. I really hope Ellie gets a book!
Leah's family situation was unfortunately all too relatable, and although it was hard to read, it was really delicately handled and well written. I really was cheering on for her, especially towards the end. Will be interesting to see how her relationship with Mags will be affected in future books!
Overall this was a 5/5, written with a lot of heart, love and queer joy. The spice was great, the relationships were gorgeous and I am so excited for the next one!
June 18, 2026
𝕊𝕥𝕒𝕣𝕥𝕖𝕕: 𝕁𝕦𝕟𝕖 𝟡
𝔽𝕚𝕟𝕚𝕤𝕙𝕖𝕕: 𝕁𝕦𝕟𝕖 𝟙𝟟
ʙᴀɴᴋ ꜱʜᴏᴛ ʙʏ ᴊᴏꜱɪᴇ ᴍᴀᴇ (ʟᴀᴋᴇꜱɪᴅᴇ ɢʀᴇᴇɴ ᴄᴏʏᴏᴛᴇꜱ #2) (ᴀʀᴄ)
Publishing Date: June 16, 2026
Thank you to @netgalley and @victoryediting for the Advanced Readers Copy of Bank Shot.
For this being my first time reading sapphic romance, this book was an amazing read. I haven’t gotten to the first book of the Lakeside Green Coyotes series, however I feel like I really got to know GJ and Leah without feeling lost.
What I loved about this book was the realistic depiction of the challenges of college life. Not everyone has their ducks in a row of what they want after college, so seeing them rediscover their love for dance and basketball was heartwarming.
GJ and Leah’s chemistry was off the charts from the beginning! The flirting, the banter, Leah meeting GJ’s parents, GJ slowly becoming a lover girl, them uplifting each other through their struggles (GJ’s anxiety about life after college, Leah’s family issues). Everything about them made me feel giddy. The only thing I wished was disclosed was the aftermath of Leah’s family issues. Was she able to patch things up with Mags? Does her parents try to meet her halfway? Other than that? This was enjoyable.
If you like low angst, sapphic sports romance with no third act breakups, reformed player turned lover, and spice? Give Bank Shot a try.
𝔽𝕚𝕟𝕚𝕤𝕙𝕖𝕕: 𝕁𝕦𝕟𝕖 𝟙𝟟
ʙᴀɴᴋ ꜱʜᴏᴛ ʙʏ ᴊᴏꜱɪᴇ ᴍᴀᴇ (ʟᴀᴋᴇꜱɪᴅᴇ ɢʀᴇᴇɴ ᴄᴏʏᴏᴛᴇꜱ #2) (ᴀʀᴄ)
Publishing Date: June 16, 2026
Thank you to @netgalley and @victoryediting for the Advanced Readers Copy of Bank Shot.
For this being my first time reading sapphic romance, this book was an amazing read. I haven’t gotten to the first book of the Lakeside Green Coyotes series, however I feel like I really got to know GJ and Leah without feeling lost.
What I loved about this book was the realistic depiction of the challenges of college life. Not everyone has their ducks in a row of what they want after college, so seeing them rediscover their love for dance and basketball was heartwarming.
GJ and Leah’s chemistry was off the charts from the beginning! The flirting, the banter, Leah meeting GJ’s parents, GJ slowly becoming a lover girl, them uplifting each other through their struggles (GJ’s anxiety about life after college, Leah’s family issues). Everything about them made me feel giddy. The only thing I wished was disclosed was the aftermath of Leah’s family issues. Was she able to patch things up with Mags? Does her parents try to meet her halfway? Other than that? This was enjoyable.
If you like low angst, sapphic sports romance with no third act breakups, reformed player turned lover, and spice? Give Bank Shot a try.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley for this arc!! This was such an incredibly fun and sweet book. I loved GJ and Leah's relationship and how their personal struggles were portrayed. I love how their sexuality wasn't a massive point of discourse throughout the story, as we often see in a lot of queer books. This was just extremely sweet and a little spicy, and the epilogue was beautiful. I love how the author did not reduce their relationship to heteronormative standards and had Leah blindly follow her athlete partner to Louisiana because GJ is the 'man' in the relationship. I love how they forge their own paths and still manage to be together. One of the absolute BEST!! READS OF PRIDE MONTH!! However, I was a bit disappointed when I realised that GJ is a woc, but nothing about that was delved into or talked about. It would have been the easy segue, considering the SI article which singled out her performance and put her in the headline (wouldn't be the first time SI has scapegoated a poc), but the lack of thought and depth given to that side of GJ's character was disappointing. Authors have a responsibility towards doing justice to their characters when they choose to make them poc, and in my opinion, that was not met.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC Review ✨
Bank Shot follows GJ, captain of her college basketball team in her senior year and Leah, cheerleader and overachiever, also in her senior year of college. GJ is struggling with being captain and with her game as a whole as she goes into her final season. She’s on edge and full of anxiety for a game that she’s always loved and always been incredible at. Leah is trying to get over a situationship whilst also being unhappy with where she’s at in life— with her twin sister and her parents, with the people she lets into her bed, with a future she’s so uncertain of. They end up finding comfort in each other. But can it be that easy?
I am not surprised I loved this book, honestly. I had been excited for GJ’s story after getting glimpses of her in Tip In. She’s the hotshot basket player and a player in general. Her reputation with the ladies doesn’t offend her and she hasn’t once been bothered about finding a girlfriend. Underneath all of that, though, she’s soft and sweet and incredibly caring. She’s cocky and confident but she’s not arrogant and when she gets a chance to have a night with Leah, she’s taking advantage of it. She’s a layered character, and there’s parts of her that not everyone is lucky enough to see. I really enjoyed getting to know her and honestly? I get it, Leah.
Leah also has a reputation with the ladies, although it’s less “player” and more going for girls she knows will never give her what she needs. Her relationship with her sister and her parents, is difficult and it always has been. She’s scared of disappointing the people closest to her so she has gone her whole life never standing up for herself. She’s also a layered character— she’s sweet and appears happy go lucky; she’s confident and funny but she’s also a people pleaser who doesn’t like confrontation. However, she has the courage to stand up for herself in her senior year and things start to get a little bit easier for her.
The story is fast-paced, incredibly sweet, and the right amount of spicy. Their relationship is so goddamn sweet and the progression of it feels incredibly natural. Josie Mae really does write some good characters and relationships. Her books always feel real and raw and the character development and relationships are always so nice to read. Between the relationship with the main characters, Leah’s friendship with Soph, GJ’s relationships with the other basketball players, GJ’s relationship with her family and the contrast of Leah’s relationship with her family, you really do get so many dynamics throughout this book.
If you like sports romance, low angst, and characters that are well fleshed out, you’ll really like this one.
Bank Shot follows GJ, captain of her college basketball team in her senior year and Leah, cheerleader and overachiever, also in her senior year of college. GJ is struggling with being captain and with her game as a whole as she goes into her final season. She’s on edge and full of anxiety for a game that she’s always loved and always been incredible at. Leah is trying to get over a situationship whilst also being unhappy with where she’s at in life— with her twin sister and her parents, with the people she lets into her bed, with a future she’s so uncertain of. They end up finding comfort in each other. But can it be that easy?
I am not surprised I loved this book, honestly. I had been excited for GJ’s story after getting glimpses of her in Tip In. She’s the hotshot basket player and a player in general. Her reputation with the ladies doesn’t offend her and she hasn’t once been bothered about finding a girlfriend. Underneath all of that, though, she’s soft and sweet and incredibly caring. She’s cocky and confident but she’s not arrogant and when she gets a chance to have a night with Leah, she’s taking advantage of it. She’s a layered character, and there’s parts of her that not everyone is lucky enough to see. I really enjoyed getting to know her and honestly? I get it, Leah.
Leah also has a reputation with the ladies, although it’s less “player” and more going for girls she knows will never give her what she needs. Her relationship with her sister and her parents, is difficult and it always has been. She’s scared of disappointing the people closest to her so she has gone her whole life never standing up for herself. She’s also a layered character— she’s sweet and appears happy go lucky; she’s confident and funny but she’s also a people pleaser who doesn’t like confrontation. However, she has the courage to stand up for herself in her senior year and things start to get a little bit easier for her.
The story is fast-paced, incredibly sweet, and the right amount of spicy. Their relationship is so goddamn sweet and the progression of it feels incredibly natural. Josie Mae really does write some good characters and relationships. Her books always feel real and raw and the character development and relationships are always so nice to read. Between the relationship with the main characters, Leah’s friendship with Soph, GJ’s relationships with the other basketball players, GJ’s relationship with her family and the contrast of Leah’s relationship with her family, you really do get so many dynamics throughout this book.
If you like sports romance, low angst, and characters that are well fleshed out, you’ll really like this one.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Fell in love with this author after I read ‘Tip In’ the first book in this series. If you love sapphic sports romances with depth, excellent writing and spice, this series is for you.
I entered to received an arc for Bank Shot, fully not expecting to be consider due to not being an influencer or anything. However I was fortunate to receive one and I am so thankful for the opportunity!
Bank Shot follows the story of GJ the star basketball player who didn’t want anything serious until Leah, who happens to be her teammates sister and off limits but who changes her view. GJ portrays to the world this confident cocky persona however underneath there so much more to see and fall in love with.
On meeting Leah she shrinks herself down for other people and it was good to see the sass and confidence she portrays with GJ be how she starts to see herself. Theres good chemistry between the two and the progression of the relationship just felt so normal and I mean that is a good way.
So anyway enough from me go read Bank Shot!
I entered to received an arc for Bank Shot, fully not expecting to be consider due to not being an influencer or anything. However I was fortunate to receive one and I am so thankful for the opportunity!
Bank Shot follows the story of GJ the star basketball player who didn’t want anything serious until Leah, who happens to be her teammates sister and off limits but who changes her view. GJ portrays to the world this confident cocky persona however underneath there so much more to see and fall in love with.
On meeting Leah she shrinks herself down for other people and it was good to see the sass and confidence she portrays with GJ be how she starts to see herself. Theres good chemistry between the two and the progression of the relationship just felt so normal and I mean that is a good way.
So anyway enough from me go read Bank Shot!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
would like to thank netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this book
its book 2 in the series and we get to see how gj is coping as captain now
leah and mags are sisters ... mags plays in the same team as gj.... leah with her family pushing for her to be with mags has had to conform all her life... her wishes and goals have always been ignored plus mags demanded that leah didnt date any of her team mates ever and leah was happy to accept that
until .... leah was being ghosted by what she thought of as her gf and being at the same party seeing her with her arm around someone else didnt make leah feel happy at all.... so she did what her sister hadnt wanted she made a bee line for gj and asked her very nicely to take her home...
at first it started as a hook up... but could they control the narrative .....
ohhh man i loved this 2nd book in the series it was great catching up with the characters and seeing how they were all doing...
and the spice was just right...
cant wait to see what else is next from this author...its always an exciting read
its book 2 in the series and we get to see how gj is coping as captain now
leah and mags are sisters ... mags plays in the same team as gj.... leah with her family pushing for her to be with mags has had to conform all her life... her wishes and goals have always been ignored plus mags demanded that leah didnt date any of her team mates ever and leah was happy to accept that
until .... leah was being ghosted by what she thought of as her gf and being at the same party seeing her with her arm around someone else didnt make leah feel happy at all.... so she did what her sister hadnt wanted she made a bee line for gj and asked her very nicely to take her home...
at first it started as a hook up... but could they control the narrative .....
ohhh man i loved this 2nd book in the series it was great catching up with the characters and seeing how they were all doing...
and the spice was just right...
cant wait to see what else is next from this author...its always an exciting read
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I received a copy via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
I'm giving Bank Shot 5 stars for being exactly what it says it is - a cute, spicy, sapphic sports romance.
I read this in one sitting and it was just a really comfortable ride from start to finish. GJ and Leah each have their own stuff to work through, and there are the kinds of challenges that any good romance story has to deal with, but there was none of the will-they-won't-they angst or any coming out angst, which was honestly refreshing. Those things have their place but it's also nice to not have to worry about them.
The spice was really good - I think this book overall did a good job of hitting that "just right" level of about everything: conflict, romance, spice, sports drama. Just a real great run from start to finish.
If you're looking for something that's like Game Changers or Tough Guy but with a sapphic couple instead, I think this is a great place to start. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for more good, queer, sports romances.
I'm giving Bank Shot 5 stars for being exactly what it says it is - a cute, spicy, sapphic sports romance.
I read this in one sitting and it was just a really comfortable ride from start to finish. GJ and Leah each have their own stuff to work through, and there are the kinds of challenges that any good romance story has to deal with, but there was none of the will-they-won't-they angst or any coming out angst, which was honestly refreshing. Those things have their place but it's also nice to not have to worry about them.
The spice was really good - I think this book overall did a good job of hitting that "just right" level of about everything: conflict, romance, spice, sports drama. Just a real great run from start to finish.
If you're looking for something that's like Game Changers or Tough Guy but with a sapphic couple instead, I think this is a great place to start. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for more good, queer, sports romances.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
June is the month of sports romance in the wake of the Off Campus series AND pride. What better way to celebrate than this spicy sapphic sports romance.
I read Tip In as an eArc last year and was so excited to see I was approved for Bank Shot, too. This follows GJ, the new captain of the Lakeside Green Cayotes and Leah, a cheerleader for the basketball team.
I absolutely loved their dynamic and slow burn throughout this story. I appreciated how there is no 3rd act break up as I find that so frustrating. This is a story of the relationship between GJ and Leah, but their relationship is formed around the family and college drama and how they counterbalance the stress from their lives with their relationship.
Okay, now the serious stuff is over.... CAN WE TALK ABOUT THE SPICE GOSH DARN IT 🥵🥵 I read this on the train and really should've saved it for home because why was I blushing and sweating. Josie Mae, the writer, you are 😉 some of the best smut I've read.
Thank you so much to NetGalley for this eArc copy of Bank Shot by Josie Mae in exchange for an honest review.
I read Tip In as an eArc last year and was so excited to see I was approved for Bank Shot, too. This follows GJ, the new captain of the Lakeside Green Cayotes and Leah, a cheerleader for the basketball team.
I absolutely loved their dynamic and slow burn throughout this story. I appreciated how there is no 3rd act break up as I find that so frustrating. This is a story of the relationship between GJ and Leah, but their relationship is formed around the family and college drama and how they counterbalance the stress from their lives with their relationship.
Okay, now the serious stuff is over.... CAN WE TALK ABOUT THE SPICE GOSH DARN IT 🥵🥵 I read this on the train and really should've saved it for home because why was I blushing and sweating. Josie Mae, the writer, you are 😉 some of the best smut I've read.
Thank you so much to NetGalley for this eArc copy of Bank Shot by Josie Mae in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
OMG!! I LOVED Bank Shot. It’s pretty easy for me to give all of Josie Mae’s books a 5 star, I usually don’t have to think twice about it. But Bank Shot 100% deserves that rating. In the past year I’ve gotten really into the WNBA and the relationships within it. I really love how Josie Mae’s books not only give us a glimpse of court action, but behind the scene action into player’s personal lives. It feels so real and I’m so invested into the Coyotes like they’re my real life team LOL. GJ was a masc character from my dreams. I couldn’t get enough of her relationship with Leah. The cheerleader-player dynamic was so fun and had me wishing I was out and cheered in college. I love the dual plot lines throughout this book and appreciated how there was not a third-act break up. I also really loved the slow burn build up to GJ and Leah’s relationship but LOVED the open door scenes built in to really add to the drama. Josie Mae’s books are always a MUST READ but this is a DO NOT MISS!!! Releases June 16th!!! Get your hands on it ASAP!!
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Review of advance copy received from Autor
I received an advance review copy for free from the author, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
4.25 🌟
This story has a fast pace and an engaging story. I enjoyed so much the way GJ and Leah's relationship developed. Josie has a way of developing relationships in a slow but satisfying way that it makes sense to the characters. Also, the individual arcs of GJ and Leah were really enjoyable to read.
Although I would have loved to see a more complete resolution of Leah's family arc, I got the feeling that maybe we might see something in the future...
The reason this is not a 5 star read, besides the previous point mentioned, it is because in part I kind of wish we got a bit more of moments between GJ's family with Leah. Moreover, I would have liked to see how Leah's and GJ's friends would get along with each other and with the girls.
Regardless, I really loved to get back to Lakeside and the spicy scenes once again delivered.
4.25 🌟
This story has a fast pace and an engaging story. I enjoyed so much the way GJ and Leah's relationship developed. Josie has a way of developing relationships in a slow but satisfying way that it makes sense to the characters. Also, the individual arcs of GJ and Leah were really enjoyable to read.
Although I would have loved to see a more complete resolution of Leah's family arc, I got the feeling that maybe we might see something in the future...
The reason this is not a 5 star read, besides the previous point mentioned, it is because in part I kind of wish we got a bit more of moments between GJ's family with Leah. Moreover, I would have liked to see how Leah's and GJ's friends would get along with each other and with the girls.
Regardless, I really loved to get back to Lakeside and the spicy scenes once again delivered.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I can't say I've read too many basketball romances and I really appreciated something a little different. Thank you to Josie and the team for the ARC, I had a great time.
GJ and Leah are a fantastic couple and it was really nice to see both people grow into themselves and their relationship together. They are both people who didn't really see themselves as the relationship type but once they started, they really were end game.
It was really good to see two adults who could actually act as adults and communicate 🙈 this really allowed for me as the reader to have a greater connection to both characters and it made it feel rather realistic.
The spice in this book was absolutely fab and delicious and I wish more people would read sapphic romance so they can see how good it really is.
So please do yourself a favour and give it a read, its a happy, funny, smutty book and I definitely recommend!
GJ and Leah are a fantastic couple and it was really nice to see both people grow into themselves and their relationship together. They are both people who didn't really see themselves as the relationship type but once they started, they really were end game.
It was really good to see two adults who could actually act as adults and communicate 🙈 this really allowed for me as the reader to have a greater connection to both characters and it made it feel rather realistic.
The spice in this book was absolutely fab and delicious and I wish more people would read sapphic romance so they can see how good it really is.
So please do yourself a favour and give it a read, its a happy, funny, smutty book and I definitely recommend!
June 17, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
I absolutely ADORED this book! I love Tip In so much and I loved getting to know GJ through Theo’s story but being able to read her own now was amazing. GJ, while a self proclaimed player, having a soft spot for Leah from the very beginning was just so fucking sweet my teeth started to rot! I loved their relationship even from the start, even though it started a little unconventionally. GJ being the distraction but also exactly what Leah needs as a friend and a person who cares when she has her issues with her family was so sweet. We met Mags in Tip In and while I didn’t really have an opinion on her then, I CERTAINLY have one now! By far, the worst sister I’ve read in a long time. It’s so wonderful to see how GJ is there for her during everything Leah’s going through. I absolutely adored this story and GJ and Leah’s love. It was so so fucking good. I can’t wait to see who’s gonna be the star of book 3!
I absolutely ADORED this book! I love Tip In so much and I loved getting to know GJ through Theo’s story but being able to read her own now was amazing. GJ, while a self proclaimed player, having a soft spot for Leah from the very beginning was just so fucking sweet my teeth started to rot! I loved their relationship even from the start, even though it started a little unconventionally. GJ being the distraction but also exactly what Leah needs as a friend and a person who cares when she has her issues with her family was so sweet. We met Mags in Tip In and while I didn’t really have an opinion on her then, I CERTAINLY have one now! By far, the worst sister I’ve read in a long time. It’s so wonderful to see how GJ is there for her during everything Leah’s going through. I absolutely adored this story and GJ and Leah’s love. It was so so fucking good. I can’t wait to see who’s gonna be the star of book 3!
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