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Texas Heat #1
Home Run
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Thwack!
It was the sound that would change their lives forever.
Includes preview chapters for High Stakes the next book in the Texas Heat Romance series.
Thwack!
It was the sound that would change their lives forever.
Carter Fox is the powerful home run hitter for the Houston Sluggers.
Baseball was the only good thing in his life.
Then she winds up with one of his home run balls in her hand.
Jordan Douglas has three priorities in life: Law school. Graduation. Job.
There is absolutely no room for a playboy baller.
Then she winds up with one of his home run balls in her hand.
An overt show of bravado.
A case of misread intentions.
A slanted news piece that gets picked up nationally.
Pretty soon all of Houston is talking.
Damage control leads to something deeper…
…until a tiny, little curve ball is thrown into both their lives.
Now the game is changed forever.
This is a STAND ALONE, BWWM Romance in the Texas Heat Romance Books, with an Unexpected Baby.
WARNING: Due to quite a few extra steamy scenes, and Adult language 18+ only!!
Includes preview chapters for High Stakes the next book in the Texas Heat Romance series.
285 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 26, 2017
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About the author
Camilla Stevens
33 books219 followersCamilla Stevens is a romance author focusing on IR, BWWM romance, usually humorous or suspenseful.
She lives in New York by way of Los Angeles, Houston, Atlanta, Seattle and a few stints elsewhere. And yes, she loves to travel.
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She lives in New York by way of Los Angeles, Houston, Atlanta, Seattle and a few stints elsewhere. And yes, she loves to travel.
Tulips. Read my books for more on that. ;)
VIsit my website for preview chapters and more!
Website: https://camillastevens.com/
Twitter Handle: camillastevens4
Facebook Fan Page: www.facebook.authorcamillastevens
Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/cbc3BD
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June 16, 2017
3.5 Stars
I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
This baseball sports romance was a pleasant and welcomed change from Football and Basketball -- my personal favorites are: Hockey and MMA -- the only other sport sorely lacking in romance is Tennis.
If you've read the synopsis then you already know this is a pregnancy romance. The heroine (is in law school) had it on the ball and wasn't looking for someone to rescue or take care of her.
Though I liked the story, the romance moved too quickly for me or I should say the sexual aspect of it. I wanted Carter to work a little harder to get (touch) it. The heroine made it way too easy (as most of his dates do) for him especially after their first encounter didn't go so well.
I couldn't totally buy into the pivotal moment (though it's needed to progress the story) because if they had a discussion about STDs, then they would have naturally discussed birth control. Especially since Carter is a professional athlete that wants to avoid becoming a father before he's ready. I couldn't understand why she (or he) didn't make a trip to the local CVS Pharmacy to purchase .
Carter's reaction to the situation was very authentic to me and understandable. I didn't see a big hulking scary monster that the author tried to paint. Afterwards, Jordan puts up a wall and weeks go by without her acknowledging Carter's calls and emails. Carter wants to be with her -- though I'm not sure why.
As the story progressed, I started liking Carter more, and Jordan less. I thought she made things way more difficult than they had to be. I like this author's writing style so I'll read anything she writes. Be sure to check out the preview for her next story and her earlier titles, too.
I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
This baseball sports romance was a pleasant and welcomed change from Football and Basketball -- my personal favorites are: Hockey and MMA -- the only other sport sorely lacking in romance is Tennis.
If you've read the synopsis then you already know this is a pregnancy romance. The heroine (is in law school) had it on the ball and wasn't looking for someone to rescue or take care of her.
Though I liked the story, the romance moved too quickly for me or I should say the sexual aspect of it. I wanted Carter to work a little harder to get (touch) it. The heroine made it way too easy (as most of his dates do) for him especially after their first encounter didn't go so well.
I couldn't totally buy into the pivotal moment (though it's needed to progress the story) because if they had a discussion about STDs, then they would have naturally discussed birth control. Especially since Carter is a professional athlete that wants to avoid becoming a father before he's ready. I couldn't understand why she (or he) didn't make a trip to the local CVS Pharmacy to purchase .
Carter's reaction to the situation was very authentic to me and understandable. I didn't see a big hulking scary monster that the author tried to paint. Afterwards, Jordan puts up a wall and weeks go by without her acknowledging Carter's calls and emails. Carter wants to be with her -- though I'm not sure why.
As the story progressed, I started liking Carter more, and Jordan less. I thought she made things way more difficult than they had to be. I like this author's writing style so I'll read anything she writes. Be sure to check out the preview for her next story and her earlier titles, too.
July 6, 2017
Spoilers ahead.
Major plot hole. Jordan could've gone and taken a morning after pill. The fact that this wasn't even considered was too unrealistic especially for this day and age. I liked the storyline and the characters but that plot hole was too much of a side eye for me to get over.
Major plot hole. Jordan could've gone and taken a morning after pill. The fact that this wasn't even considered was too unrealistic especially for this day and age. I liked the storyline and the characters but that plot hole was too much of a side eye for me to get over.
August 1, 2019
I enjoyed this one even though it was a slow start.
Jordanannoyed me at some parts. Especially with regard to not telling Carter something that important for as long as she did. She kept procrastinating. She's lucky his evil racist mom didn't beat her to it.
Glad her family supported her.
She really ruined proposal night by severely over reacting. Loved the surprise during the 7th inning. Really nice touch.
Jordanannoyed me at some parts. Especially with regard to not telling Carter something that important for as long as she did. She kept procrastinating. She's lucky his evil racist mom didn't beat her to it.
Glad her family supported her.
She really ruined proposal night by severely over reacting. Loved the surprise during the 7th inning. Really nice touch.
August 3, 2017
3.5 stars
August 20, 2017
Good.
This story is more like 3 1/2 stars. It has all the elements of a good read; yet, I did not buy the love. Perhaps it was lack of emotional growth...initially it seems that it was simply a sexual hookup, then all of a sudden, they were are love. In addition, it had the right amount of drama and angst. Again, all the elements for a good love story. Perhaps the problem is that it was more of a tell rather than showing of a good/growing relationship. Much potential.
This story is more like 3 1/2 stars. It has all the elements of a good read; yet, I did not buy the love. Perhaps it was lack of emotional growth...initially it seems that it was simply a sexual hookup, then all of a sudden, they were are love. In addition, it had the right amount of drama and angst. Again, all the elements for a good love story. Perhaps the problem is that it was more of a tell rather than showing of a good/growing relationship. Much potential.
June 17, 2017
This book was a very good read I love the main characters they sizzled!! I couldn't put it down til I was done was worth the sleepless night
January 8, 2019
Toss Up-
Sweet and predictable read. This story has been told many many times, including the annoying heroine. Well written but not a book I'd revisit.
Sweet and predictable read. This story has been told many many times, including the annoying heroine. Well written but not a book I'd revisit.
August 24, 2017
This is my review and how I see it. Another good read from author Camilla Stevens. Carter Fox a baseball player and Jordan Douglas law student met under unusual circumstances. She catches his 30th home run ball for her cousin and from there things go downhill fast. Carter basically opens his mouth and inserts his foot.
Carter gets to make things right, with a little help from Ben (Jordan's cousin), and one thing leads to another and these two are making time for each other until one night things spiral out of control and Jordan decides to exit to the left.
They do get their a happy ending, but not before more drama from his camp.
This story is from anyone who likes a good baseball romance.
This is my review and how I see it.
Carter gets to make things right, with a little help from Ben (Jordan's cousin), and one thing leads to another and these two are making time for each other until one night things spiral out of control and Jordan decides to exit to the left.
They do get their a happy ending, but not before more drama from his camp.
This story is from anyone who likes a good baseball romance.
This is my review and how I see it.
July 14, 2017
Wow!👏
I can not wait until the next book. Carter stole my heart. His father was a different matter. He was a sell out for sure and his mother was the icing on the cake. She knows knows how to pick them. Even though she redeemed herself, I would handle her with a long handle spoon. Carter family was a mess. The characters just flow off the page. I love it. It was so genuine. I highly recommend this read. Ms. Stevens there was never a doubt, you have done well. Thank you!
I can not wait until the next book. Carter stole my heart. His father was a different matter. He was a sell out for sure and his mother was the icing on the cake. She knows knows how to pick them. Even though she redeemed herself, I would handle her with a long handle spoon. Carter family was a mess. The characters just flow off the page. I love it. It was so genuine. I highly recommend this read. Ms. Stevens there was never a doubt, you have done well. Thank you!
May 17, 2021
Good Story, problematic character
Spoiler ahead
I liked everything about the story except the fact that the h lied and blamed it on him being angry. Even when all was settled the next morning, she didn’t come clean. Is there no emergency birth control? It just came across very much like she wanted what happened to happen. Especially because we are made to believe that she is really committed to being a lawyer? I didn’t understand that.
Spoiler ahead
I liked everything about the story except the fact that the h lied and blamed it on him being angry. Even when all was settled the next morning, she didn’t come clean. Is there no emergency birth control? It just came across very much like she wanted what happened to happen. Especially because we are made to believe that she is really committed to being a lawyer? I didn’t understand that.
June 22, 2021
Sweet Story
I thought I had read most of Ms. Stevens’ stories but I have stumbled over a whole series. Written about four years ago, this story features bad boy baseball superstar, Carter and law student Jordan. They meet at one of his games when she catches his out of bounds home run. Their road to HEA is tense but cute….media, press, meddling parents, loan Sharks and pregnancy complicate matters.
I thought I had read most of Ms. Stevens’ stories but I have stumbled over a whole series. Written about four years ago, this story features bad boy baseball superstar, Carter and law student Jordan. They meet at one of his games when she catches his out of bounds home run. Their road to HEA is tense but cute….media, press, meddling parents, loan Sharks and pregnancy complicate matters.
May 7, 2018
Hotdamn!
Give me some Carter!!
I absolutely love this book, Carter is simply amazing... For someone who used to be a manwhore, you wouldn't think ,he would be such a wonderful family man. He loves his woman... And nobody,not even his mother would stop him ... Beautiful Jordan and "Hotsome" Carter are beautiful together and making beautiful babies!!
Love the book!!
Give me some Carter!!
I absolutely love this book, Carter is simply amazing... For someone who used to be a manwhore, you wouldn't think ,he would be such a wonderful family man. He loves his woman... And nobody,not even his mother would stop him ... Beautiful Jordan and "Hotsome" Carter are beautiful together and making beautiful babies!!
Love the book!!
May 1, 2023
Great book!
I really enjoyed this story, and the characters were very entertaining. Loved the journey the author took you on it was funny and sexy and a great read. I loved the chemistry between Carter and Jordan it was smoking hot 🔥! I highly recommend this book to my fellow romance readers. You will not be disappointed.
I really enjoyed this story, and the characters were very entertaining. Loved the journey the author took you on it was funny and sexy and a great read. I loved the chemistry between Carter and Jordan it was smoking hot 🔥! I highly recommend this book to my fellow romance readers. You will not be disappointed.
January 30, 2024
Very sweet romance
I really love how relatable these characters were. I love that Jordan was strong yet soft. She compliments Carter in the most sweet way and am glad how the Sterling turned out.
Carter’s dad wow, entitled much and am glad the mom had an opportunity to come to her senses.
Nice read, well balanced content.
I really love how relatable these characters were. I love that Jordan was strong yet soft. She compliments Carter in the most sweet way and am glad how the Sterling turned out.
Carter’s dad wow, entitled much and am glad the mom had an opportunity to come to her senses.
Nice read, well balanced content.
July 3, 2017
Good
Really enjoyed this. The hero and heroine although young, showed a maturity I haven't seen in books in a long time. One thing in particular that I love was that even though the hero was wealthy, he didn't use his wealth to take the law into his own hands. Refreshing.
Really enjoyed this. The hero and heroine although young, showed a maturity I haven't seen in books in a long time. One thing in particular that I love was that even though the hero was wealthy, he didn't use his wealth to take the law into his own hands. Refreshing.
July 10, 2017
It was alright
Life is what happens when you're too busy making plans. At least, that is the situation in which Jordan and Carter found themselves. Even though I didn't connect with the characters, their story was alright. Some of it was predictable but it was still okay.
Life is what happens when you're too busy making plans. At least, that is the situation in which Jordan and Carter found themselves. Even though I didn't connect with the characters, their story was alright. Some of it was predictable but it was still okay.
July 15, 2017
Consistent characters
A nice read.
I really liked Carter and Jordan as a couple. Wished that Jordan had been a stronger character from beginning to end, but it was nice to see her grow throughout the storyline
A nice read.
I really liked Carter and Jordan as a couple. Wished that Jordan had been a stronger character from beginning to end, but it was nice to see her grow throughout the storyline
July 17, 2017
Book 2 please👏👏😍😍
Truly enjoy reading this authors books. The storyline is never rushed or overwhelmed with sex. This read was a great read, like her other books. Now I'm ready for book two in the series.
Truly enjoy reading this authors books. The storyline is never rushed or overwhelmed with sex. This read was a great read, like her other books. Now I'm ready for book two in the series.
July 22, 2017
Enjoyed!!!
It's been awhile since I have rated a romance book 5 stars, I really enjoyed this book. It flowed and I loved the characters. The female lead irritated me a couple times but great book.
It's been awhile since I have rated a romance book 5 stars, I really enjoyed this book. It flowed and I loved the characters. The female lead irritated me a couple times but great book.
August 13, 2017
Good read
The author did a good job making the book real with several dramatic twists that were very believable. Both had over protective mothers who ended up supporting them when they needed it most
The author did a good job making the book real with several dramatic twists that were very believable. Both had over protective mothers who ended up supporting them when they needed it most
September 6, 2017
Family!
They met, were at odds, find common ground, falll 😍. Then after making it work, add the family and things really get interesting! When the dut settled they were still together. Thats alot of understanding.
They met, were at odds, find common ground, falll 😍. Then after making it work, add the family and things really get interesting! When the dut settled they were still together. Thats alot of understanding.
January 15, 2018
Started off good
The heroine became decidedly more frustrating as the plot progressed. Spoilers aside, she does not handle any conflict well. I had to ask myself "why?" so many times throughout the book.
The heroine became decidedly more frustrating as the plot progressed. Spoilers aside, she does not handle any conflict well. I had to ask myself "why?" so many times throughout the book.
February 18, 2020
Good
Overall this was a pretty good story. I liked both of the MCs but was put off by how much angst they created for themselves. Things that could be cleared by a conversation were blown way out of proportion. Not the greatest thing I’ve ever read, but certainly not the worst.
Overall this was a pretty good story. I liked both of the MCs but was put off by how much angst they created for themselves. Things that could be cleared by a conversation were blown way out of proportion. Not the greatest thing I’ve ever read, but certainly not the worst.
April 3, 2020
Enjoyable read
Carter came from a dysfunctional family, but made good for himself. He meets smart and beautiful Jordan by way of a homerun. Dive into their story to find out if they can overcome their difficulties.
Carter came from a dysfunctional family, but made good for himself. He meets smart and beautiful Jordan by way of a homerun. Dive into their story to find out if they can overcome their difficulties.
July 4, 2023
I just could not put down this book. Well written
I just love this book. The 2 characters had great chemistry. Jordan is a strong woman knowing her worth and just an ambitious person. Carter is a keeper and he was a charmer. Her parents are extremely supportive
Great read
I just love this book. The 2 characters had great chemistry. Jordan is a strong woman knowing her worth and just an ambitious person. Carter is a keeper and he was a charmer. Her parents are extremely supportive
Great read
September 6, 2023
Ok read
I did not particularly like Jordan. I couldn't believe she was in law school. Who has never heard of PlanB ! I didn't like her at all for Carter. The story was just missing something, not sure what but it just didn't have that wow factor.
I did not particularly like Jordan. I couldn't believe she was in law school. Who has never heard of PlanB ! I didn't like her at all for Carter. The story was just missing something, not sure what but it just didn't have that wow factor.
October 6, 2025
GOOD!
This was a cute story. It made me laugh, it gave me the feels, and it made me mad (which is why I gave it 4/5 stars). Jordan really irritated my soul but overall I enjoyed this story and would recommend it.
This was a cute story. It made me laugh, it gave me the feels, and it made me mad (which is why I gave it 4/5 stars). Jordan really irritated my soul but overall I enjoyed this story and would recommend it.
June 28, 2017
Wow
I read this book in one day, actually in one evening and it was simply put as "wow"
This is my second read from this author and I can't wait to read more
I read this book in one day, actually in one evening and it was simply put as "wow"
This is my second read from this author and I can't wait to read more
July 1, 2017
Too long
Good storyline but because of the drag it was a bit boring. All of the back and forth did not contribute to the story.
Good storyline but because of the drag it was a bit boring. All of the back and forth did not contribute to the story.
July 2, 2017
Really liked it
I really liked this story. It was a little different from most sports themed storylines. I can't wait for Chance's story to come out
I really liked this story. It was a little different from most sports themed storylines. I can't wait for Chance's story to come out
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