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Ronnie DuMond’s focus is on building her wealth management business.
Chase Bedford’s focus is on trying to convince Ronnie to give him a chance.
Does a head coach from the NFL team in Jacksonville, have the right moves to make a winning play?
Watch what happens when a sassy southern girl gets tangled up with a northerner. The sparks that fly between them make the blaze at Twelve Oaks look like a campfire.
This is a romantic comedy about two people doing their best to resist the pull of fate. As in most romantic comedies, true love wins out. Right after fate wrestles it to the ground.
Chase Bedford’s focus is on trying to convince Ronnie to give him a chance.
Does a head coach from the NFL team in Jacksonville, have the right moves to make a winning play?
Watch what happens when a sassy southern girl gets tangled up with a northerner. The sparks that fly between them make the blaze at Twelve Oaks look like a campfire.
This is a romantic comedy about two people doing their best to resist the pull of fate. As in most romantic comedies, true love wins out. Right after fate wrestles it to the ground.
217 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 21, 2016
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Lea Hart
46 books254 followersBestselling author Lea Hart writes sexy, feel-good romances. She loves a sharp quip, an icy gin and tonic, and a long walk when the muse disappears. When she’s not writing, she spends time with her family and friends and attempts to stay on top of her TBR pile.
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September 3, 2016
I know I'm in the minority but I disliked this book. I forced myself to finish because I love Lea Hart's previous books. I own everything Lea Hart has for sale on Amazon prior to this book. I just never did connect with Ronnie. For me she comes across as one rude, nasty bitch. There's a difference between an intelligent, fiercely independent woman and acting like a downright bitch. Ronnie's character crossed the line into bitchdom. I felt sorry for Chase. I couldn't find the redeeming qualities in Ronnie that Chase would need to fall in love. I would encourage the author to go back and soften Ronnies's character. It's heartbreaking to leave such a poor rating for an author that I previously loved her work.
May 28, 2016
I was really hoping that this would be better than the first book or maybe I'm just a glutton for punishment. I don't know. Judging by the blurb, it seemed like this would be less of an insta-love story and more of a slow build relationship. After the first couple of chapters, I thought for sure that this would be the case. I mean, the H kept asking the h out before without knowing what she looked like, purely going on the fact that he liked talking to her on the phone. Sweet, right?
Unfortunately, this story started devolving pretty quickly once Chase, the H, started claiming to others that he was going to marry the h. All of a sudden, I was transported back to the first book and the utter ridiculousness of that H's alpha possessiveness. I mean, his declarations were so premature, it was silly. I'm not totally opposed to stories with insta-love between the MCs. I do, however, find that it's hard for the author not to use that as an excuse to not develop the relationship in a real way. Usually insta-love is really just insta-lust and I find that boring.
What I liked:
1) The different povs. Unfortunately, the author doesn't indicate when the pov is switching and that made for a slightly disjointed read.
2) No ow/om drama. I can't stand that stuff.
What I didn't like:
1) The unrealistic dialogue. I rolled my eyes so much because no one in real life talks like them.
2) Another socially awkward h. Just because you're smart doesn't mean you don't know how to talk to people!
3) The H was too alpha and too sappy. What a strange combination.
4) All the development of the MCs' relationship happens before this book began. We're dumped straight in the middle of it, and there's no build up.
5) The plot was so boring.
6) The h was annoying with her fear of opening up her heart. She "fears her heart." Ugh, that phrase was not good, especially when repeated.
7) There's just something that annoys me when a lot of the characters in the book talk about emotions. Show me, don't tell me!
Unfortunately, this story started devolving pretty quickly once Chase, the H, started claiming to others that he was going to marry the h. All of a sudden, I was transported back to the first book and the utter ridiculousness of that H's alpha possessiveness. I mean, his declarations were so premature, it was silly. I'm not totally opposed to stories with insta-love between the MCs. I do, however, find that it's hard for the author not to use that as an excuse to not develop the relationship in a real way. Usually insta-love is really just insta-lust and I find that boring.
What I liked:
1) The different povs. Unfortunately, the author doesn't indicate when the pov is switching and that made for a slightly disjointed read.
2) No ow/om drama. I can't stand that stuff.
What I didn't like:
1) The unrealistic dialogue. I rolled my eyes so much because no one in real life talks like them.
2) Another socially awkward h. Just because you're smart doesn't mean you don't know how to talk to people!
3) The H was too alpha and too sappy. What a strange combination.
4) All the development of the MCs' relationship happens before this book began. We're dumped straight in the middle of it, and there's no build up.
5) The plot was so boring.
6) The h was annoying with her fear of opening up her heart. She "fears her heart." Ugh, that phrase was not good, especially when repeated.
7) There's just something that annoys me when a lot of the characters in the book talk about emotions. Show me, don't tell me!
January 25, 2016
Another home run - or shall I say touchdown from Hart. This is the second of the series about the Miami Sharks, and also about the Stanford Five, which includes Birdie's cousin Ana and Jack's financial manager Ronnie DuMond. Ronnie is a brilliant financial manager with two degrees in finance and a law degree, as well as a successful business at the age of 27. She had a relationship with one of Jack's teammates who broker her heart. She has built walls "the height of China's" around her heart and no one is getting in.
Chase Bedford, successful NFL Coach and three time Super Bowl winner, does not know of Ronnie's walls. He has become intrigued with her on the basis of some phone calls. When he comes to her house for a face-to-face, he is floored by her beauty, her intellect and her youth!
Ronnie has her walls up and eventually rejects Chase, but he won't take no for an answer. Lots of pain and pleasure, as well as the entire DuMond family, get involved in this one. Some bad things happen but the pair persevere. Well done, Lea!
Chase Bedford, successful NFL Coach and three time Super Bowl winner, does not know of Ronnie's walls. He has become intrigued with her on the basis of some phone calls. When he comes to her house for a face-to-face, he is floored by her beauty, her intellect and her youth!
Ronnie has her walls up and eventually rejects Chase, but he won't take no for an answer. Lots of pain and pleasure, as well as the entire DuMond family, get involved in this one. Some bad things happen but the pair persevere. Well done, Lea!
March 24, 2016
Second Down( First and Ten Book 2)
I love how Chase was so nervous about asking Ronnie to marry him. They both are so in love with each other.
I want to know how things turn out for them after they get Married.
All three girls are so cute. I can't wait to see what happens next.
What a romantic series. Love it.
Cindy Riley
I love how Chase was so nervous about asking Ronnie to marry him. They both are so in love with each other.
I want to know how things turn out for them after they get Married.
All three girls are so cute. I can't wait to see what happens next.
What a romantic series. Love it.
Cindy Riley
February 21, 2017
Great book
I loved this book. I loved the sarcasm that comes naturally to them. Such a shocker of what happened to Ronnie. Sassy and funny story. I want to have one these guys for me. I cannot wait to read more from this author.
I loved this book. I loved the sarcasm that comes naturally to them. Such a shocker of what happened to Ronnie. Sassy and funny story. I want to have one these guys for me. I cannot wait to read more from this author.
February 17, 2016
Another winner from Lea Hart
I've read every thing that Lea Hart has published so far, enjoying them all. This one is no exception. Likeable heroes and heroines, sparkling dialogue, witty narrative, and of course a happily-ever-after in every book. The heroine, Ronnie, in this story is exceptionally sassy. My only complaints are that, as a woman born and raised not only in the south, but also Louisiana, as was the heroine, the term "you all" was bandied about much too much--it should have ben "ya'll"; and I think she resisted the hero a little too much, especially sense every around her gave her nothing but encouragement. On another note, sometimes in the authors books in general, the endings come a bit too abruptly. I fall in like with the characters and want more of them, but the good news is that they tend to appear in other books. As the love stories of their friends are told, we get to find out more about the rest of their story. So it all works out in the end. Can't wait for the next installment in this series.
I've read every thing that Lea Hart has published so far, enjoying them all. This one is no exception. Likeable heroes and heroines, sparkling dialogue, witty narrative, and of course a happily-ever-after in every book. The heroine, Ronnie, in this story is exceptionally sassy. My only complaints are that, as a woman born and raised not only in the south, but also Louisiana, as was the heroine, the term "you all" was bandied about much too much--it should have ben "ya'll"; and I think she resisted the hero a little too much, especially sense every around her gave her nothing but encouragement. On another note, sometimes in the authors books in general, the endings come a bit too abruptly. I fall in like with the characters and want more of them, but the good news is that they tend to appear in other books. As the love stories of their friends are told, we get to find out more about the rest of their story. So it all works out in the end. Can't wait for the next installment in this series.
January 31, 2016
Ronnie and Chase have a great story. He is a retired football player and Ronnie manages some of sports biggest talent's money. When Chase first talks to Ronnie over the phone, he is intrigued by this spitfire. He decides that she is it for him. He makes sure she knows that he isn't going anywhere. When Ronnie is in an accident and faced with some devastating news, Chase doesn't waiver. Very sweet story of two souls finding their match.
January 23, 2016
A Satisfying Read
This story develops slowly giving you plenty of information to learn about the characters and the plot of the book. It is a delightful and satisfying read. Not all sugar and spice but full of fun and games. I recommend this book.
This story develops slowly giving you plenty of information to learn about the characters and the plot of the book. It is a delightful and satisfying read. Not all sugar and spice but full of fun and games. I recommend this book.
February 26, 2016
I like this authors series because she ties all her characters together.
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