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Love in the End Zone #1
Roughing
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As the star running back for the Strickland Senators, Sebastian Prince knows what it takes to score on and off the field.
Bash has it all—money, looks, women, and the Heisman. But he can’t get the one thing he wants. Two years ago, Bash lost the only girl who ever made him feel something. And he wants her back.
Tori Reynolds hates football. But she hates Bash even more. After a not-so-chance encounter at a game, Bash has another shot with the girl who got away. While Bash might be a different person than before, Tori is hesitant to let him back into her life.
Bash has never turned down a challenge, and when it comes to Tori, he’s willing to go the distance, and this time, he’s not just looking to score.
As the star running back for the Strickland Senators, Sebastian Prince knows what it takes to score on and off the field.
Bash has it all—money, looks, women, and the Heisman. But he can’t get the one thing he wants. Two years ago, Bash lost the only girl who ever made him feel something. And he wants her back.
Tori Reynolds hates football. But she hates Bash even more. After a not-so-chance encounter at a game, Bash has another shot with the girl who got away. While Bash might be a different person than before, Tori is hesitant to let him back into her life.
Bash has never turned down a challenge, and when it comes to Tori, he’s willing to go the distance, and this time, he’s not just looking to score.
193 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2017
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Jillian Quinn
62 books1,080 followersJillian Quinn is an international bestselling author of contemporary romance. Her books are light and funny but also on the steamy side. So, don’t be surprised if you have to fan yourself with your Kindle.
As a lover of coffee and a collector of book boyfriends, you can find Jillian most days, thinking about her next romance novel as she pours another cup.
For more information about Jillian and to get a free novella, visit JillianQuinnBooks.com.
As a lover of coffee and a collector of book boyfriends, you can find Jillian most days, thinking about her next romance novel as she pours another cup.
For more information about Jillian and to get a free novella, visit JillianQuinnBooks.com.
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August 12, 2017
Not sure what to say about this one. The hero, Bash was a total hottie with a heart. The heroine was Ok but difficult to like.
And here comes the rub, I didn't like the entire premise of this story. The things that went wrong between them, and the way the hero handled himself while he and the heroine were apart was... kinda gross. The fact that he kept sleeping with this really horrible girl up to when he gets his second change really didn't do it for me.
And the heroine'd handling of the big reveal was completely childish. I would love a guy who did something like that for me.
The gist of my disliking of the story is everything that propels the plot. From the heroine never hearing Bash out for years, to him sleeping with a skanky horrible woman to keep a secret from the heroine. A secret that turned him into a manwhore to some spoiled woman. YUCK!
And here comes the rub, I didn't like the entire premise of this story. The things that went wrong between them, and the way the hero handled himself while he and the heroine were apart was... kinda gross. The fact that he kept sleeping with this really horrible girl up to when he gets his second change really didn't do it for me.
And the heroine'd handling of the big reveal was completely childish. I would love a guy who did something like that for me.
The gist of my disliking of the story is everything that propels the plot. From the heroine never hearing Bash out for years, to him sleeping with a skanky horrible woman to keep a secret from the heroine. A secret that turned him into a manwhore to some spoiled woman. YUCK!
September 30, 2017
I have to start out by saying....Bash is definitely not my favorite. He actually makes my skin crawl a little bit. That’s the best way to describe him, for me. I did really like Tori, even though her taste in men really is not the best, but since he’s the only one she dated and love is blind...I forgive her. He and Tori date briefly their freshman year of college, before there was a misunderstanding and she wouldn’t speak to him anymore. I really felt these two were truly in love and were soulmates, and that’s probably why it was painful to read.
Tori, loved Bash so much, yet she wouldn’t give him a chance to explain....not that I think he tried very hard. He’s a rich and spoiled ass. So he spends the next few years sleeping with anything that walks *skin crawl*, instead of manning up and telling the woman that he supposedly “loves” the truth. For me there is just way to much painful baggage to forgive and forget. Too much drama with other women...it was just a lot of work and love shouldn’t be that much work, because lets face it...it will probably always be that way for them. He just can’t be trusted with any of the things that count and everyone knows all their history...just not worth all the damn hassle. Even her best friends are keeping major secrets from her, it just felt everyone is against her in this book and only we, as the readers are on her side. A bit of an annoying downer. Probably would have given it less stars, but it really is well written and he really does love her, as much as he is capable to.
Tori, loved Bash so much, yet she wouldn’t give him a chance to explain....not that I think he tried very hard. He’s a rich and spoiled ass. So he spends the next few years sleeping with anything that walks *skin crawl*, instead of manning up and telling the woman that he supposedly “loves” the truth. For me there is just way to much painful baggage to forgive and forget. Too much drama with other women...it was just a lot of work and love shouldn’t be that much work, because lets face it...it will probably always be that way for them. He just can’t be trusted with any of the things that count and everyone knows all their history...just not worth all the damn hassle. Even her best friends are keeping major secrets from her, it just felt everyone is against her in this book and only we, as the readers are on her side. A bit of an annoying downer. Probably would have given it less stars, but it really is well written and he really does love her, as much as he is capable to.
August 1, 2020
Where do I begin with my thoughts on this book? I am not a big fan of sports, especially not football, I just don’t understand it enough to like it. Going into this book after already reading her Hockey Romance novels (which by the way I also love) I wasn’t worried about the sports aspect of it. Jillian doesn’t go into to much detail about the sports side of her books. She gives you just enough without it feeling overbearing.
Roughing is a college football second chance romance told in dual POV from Tori and Bash. As you can tell from the synopsis Tori and Bash have a not so happy past with each other.
I absolutely LOVED this book. Jillian did an amazing job at drawing me in from page one and keeping me absorbed in the story until the very last page.
This book is full of heartbreak, love, betrayal, and forgiveness. Bash and Tori together is perfect. I absolutely fell in love with them and I really hope this will be turned into a series.
Roughing is definitely one of my favorite books by Jillian. It’s definitely in the top three favorite books by her.
If you are in the mood for a quick second chance romance read I highly recommend you pick this one up.
*Thank you so much to the author for providing me with an eARC in exchange for my honest review.*
Roughing is a college football second chance romance told in dual POV from Tori and Bash. As you can tell from the synopsis Tori and Bash have a not so happy past with each other.
I absolutely LOVED this book. Jillian did an amazing job at drawing me in from page one and keeping me absorbed in the story until the very last page.
This book is full of heartbreak, love, betrayal, and forgiveness. Bash and Tori together is perfect. I absolutely fell in love with them and I really hope this will be turned into a series.
Roughing is definitely one of my favorite books by Jillian. It’s definitely in the top three favorite books by her.
If you are in the mood for a quick second chance romance read I highly recommend you pick this one up.
*Thank you so much to the author for providing me with an eARC in exchange for my honest review.*
August 9, 2017
{I received this ARC in exchange for an honest Review}
I Love this book so much!! Such an amazing second chance sports romance. "Roughing" is one of my Favorite second chance romance!! I Love Bash and Tori they are wonderful!!
Tori had her heart broken by Bash once and she will not let it happen again. She has manged to avoid him for a couple of years then a twist of fate has the crashing into each other again. When she ends up with a concussion Bash volunteers to help her. She doesn't want his help she hates him for what he did but he won't take no for an answer!! The more time they spend together the more she can feel herself falling for him all over again. He is sweet and caring and loving just like he used to be but can she forgive him for what he's done?
Bash has regretted losing Tori every day. He wants her back and wants to explain what happened that night that he broke her heart. He can't get any were near her she as managed to avoid him for years then he finally gets his chance. Tori gets a concussion and he is determined to take care of her and try and explain and win her back. HE never stopped loving her no matter how hard he tried to get her to listen he decided to give her space. Now that he has the chance to spend time with her he is going to win her back. HE has to make her get over the past and focus on the future. He has another secret he is hiding and he has to keep this one to himself because if Tori found out he could lose her for good.
Oh my gosh I love this book so much!! It is so cute! I Love Bash and Tori they are so wonderful!! This might just be my favorite Jillian Quinn book! You Guys have got to give the cute second chance romance a read. I am smiling just writing this I loved this book!
I Love this book so much!! Such an amazing second chance sports romance. "Roughing" is one of my Favorite second chance romance!! I Love Bash and Tori they are wonderful!!
Tori had her heart broken by Bash once and she will not let it happen again. She has manged to avoid him for a couple of years then a twist of fate has the crashing into each other again. When she ends up with a concussion Bash volunteers to help her. She doesn't want his help she hates him for what he did but he won't take no for an answer!! The more time they spend together the more she can feel herself falling for him all over again. He is sweet and caring and loving just like he used to be but can she forgive him for what he's done?
Bash has regretted losing Tori every day. He wants her back and wants to explain what happened that night that he broke her heart. He can't get any were near her she as managed to avoid him for years then he finally gets his chance. Tori gets a concussion and he is determined to take care of her and try and explain and win her back. HE never stopped loving her no matter how hard he tried to get her to listen he decided to give her space. Now that he has the chance to spend time with her he is going to win her back. HE has to make her get over the past and focus on the future. He has another secret he is hiding and he has to keep this one to himself because if Tori found out he could lose her for good.
Oh my gosh I love this book so much!! It is so cute! I Love Bash and Tori they are so wonderful!! This might just be my favorite Jillian Quinn book! You Guys have got to give the cute second chance romance a read. I am smiling just writing this I loved this book!
August 10, 2017
I'm a huge fan of Jillian Quinn's work and this book shows exactly why. It was sweet, humorous & steamy. A perfect second chance romance story.
Tori was beyond destroyed when her and her ex Bash broke up 2 years ago due to a horrible prank that she never let him explain. Bash never let go off Tori, he was just biding his time and protecting her from a distance until she gets knocked out by a football to the face and he's done waiting for her to let him explain!!
I loved Bashs persistence no matter how much she avoided him he knew she was always his end game! Tori was a sweet & sassy heroine who I enjoyed, she wasn't oblivious to the pain he caused her prior but just also wary of his motives now. Loved seeing them finally get it right!
I voluntarily reviewed a advanced readers copy of this book
Tori was beyond destroyed when her and her ex Bash broke up 2 years ago due to a horrible prank that she never let him explain. Bash never let go off Tori, he was just biding his time and protecting her from a distance until she gets knocked out by a football to the face and he's done waiting for her to let him explain!!
I loved Bashs persistence no matter how much she avoided him he knew she was always his end game! Tori was a sweet & sassy heroine who I enjoyed, she wasn't oblivious to the pain he caused her prior but just also wary of his motives now. Loved seeing them finally get it right!
I voluntarily reviewed a advanced readers copy of this book
August 9, 2017
I loved this♡I love all the guys from Strickland .Bash and Tori story was excellent.couldnt put it down.
August 20, 2017
Two years since that fateful night when lies and jealousy broke up the dream couple has seen their lives change dramatically. But when star college football player Bash decides he can no longer live without Tori the sparks once again fly. Though they're trying to start fresh there's still lies and truths standing in the way of their HEA in this scorching and fast-paced romance of second chances.
Bash Prince is royalty in the world of football as his father is a famous former player who's amassed millions. Because of that everyone wants to either be Bash or get with Bash and though that once appealed to him Tori changed him. Ever since he met and fell for her he knew they'd be together forever as their connection was crackling. Even when a lie led to her walking away from him he does everything in his power to make life better for Tori. Since the moment they met he became a better man who eschewed partying and focused on his football future. Now though he's focused on getting her back. No longer content to wait for Tori to stop hating him he now jumps at the chance to make her fall for him again. Despite his love for her though there's a secret he's desperate to keep from her which has him selling his body and soul to a nasty and jealous cheerleader. If Tori finds out the truth will he be able to keep her from hating him all over again or will the truth of his love for her win out this time around? Bash is a delicious hero whose money allows him to spoil Tori in scenes that felt like Pretty Woman. With his popularity he could've been arrogant but was far from it. He was kind and caring and quick to call-out his teammates for their bad behavior. He's also quick to make amends and take care of her when he realizes Tori's been hurt once again. It all makes for a drool-worthy hero teeming with sensuality who has a talent for dirty talk and who I fell for completely.
Tori Reynolds is opposite to Bash in many ways. She comes from a family lacking in wealth with only her hard working father to support her. She's not a fan of football but is instead devoted to her education. She never expected to fall for Bash, but when she did she became consumed. Discovering him in a compromising situation broke her though and almost destroyed her chance at graduating. If it weren't for an unexpected scholarship and months of therapy she never would've recovered, though she's left feeling isolated and the object of stares and whispers. Since then her embarrassment and anger has fueled her hatred of Bash and though she tries to steer clear of him he works his way back into her life slowly but surely. Just as it seems that HEA is within their reach truths from the past come back to have her running once again. Tori's a likable heroine in many ways, unique in her looks and loyal to those she calls friend. She's snarky with a good sense of humor. She's also proud and adamant about standing on her own two feet. Her self-esteem is a bit bruised though and she's quick to judge which led to her and Bash's original break-up and weighs on them once again. Her actions frustrated me at times as Bash didn't deserve the anger she felt for him and her unrelenting fears kept me from enjoying their reunion fully. Despite this, I still enjoyed their connection and rooted for them every step of the way.
This was a fast-paced, second chance romance set in the competitive world of college football. All the adoration, glamour, and intensity of the sport and its star players was vividly depicted and had me cheering on the sidelines. Bash was a dreamy hero who treated Tori like a queen, no matter how angry she was at him. He spent years trying to win her back in subtle and overt ways and it endeared him to me. Tori's the kind of heroine you can relate to, the heroine you could be friends with. Her and Bash are combustible together and though their reunion started off as a slow burn it quickly became erotically-charged. Numerous scorching scenes were balanced with moments of sweetness that kept me fully invested in their relationship every step of the way and had me cheering Bash's grand gesture at the end. Along with an appealing main couple there were equally enjoyable secondary characters who were loyal and supportive friends with unique personalities that enhanced the collegiate vibe of the story. Though there was a roughness to the narrative, and over-the-top melodrama surrounding the jealous cheerleader, I still enjoyed this story for its tale of redemption and the power of love. Overall it's another winner from Ms. Quinn and I recommend it to fans of sports romances and second chances!
Bash Prince is royalty in the world of football as his father is a famous former player who's amassed millions. Because of that everyone wants to either be Bash or get with Bash and though that once appealed to him Tori changed him. Ever since he met and fell for her he knew they'd be together forever as their connection was crackling. Even when a lie led to her walking away from him he does everything in his power to make life better for Tori. Since the moment they met he became a better man who eschewed partying and focused on his football future. Now though he's focused on getting her back. No longer content to wait for Tori to stop hating him he now jumps at the chance to make her fall for him again. Despite his love for her though there's a secret he's desperate to keep from her which has him selling his body and soul to a nasty and jealous cheerleader. If Tori finds out the truth will he be able to keep her from hating him all over again or will the truth of his love for her win out this time around? Bash is a delicious hero whose money allows him to spoil Tori in scenes that felt like Pretty Woman. With his popularity he could've been arrogant but was far from it. He was kind and caring and quick to call-out his teammates for their bad behavior. He's also quick to make amends and take care of her when he realizes Tori's been hurt once again. It all makes for a drool-worthy hero teeming with sensuality who has a talent for dirty talk and who I fell for completely.
Tori Reynolds is opposite to Bash in many ways. She comes from a family lacking in wealth with only her hard working father to support her. She's not a fan of football but is instead devoted to her education. She never expected to fall for Bash, but when she did she became consumed. Discovering him in a compromising situation broke her though and almost destroyed her chance at graduating. If it weren't for an unexpected scholarship and months of therapy she never would've recovered, though she's left feeling isolated and the object of stares and whispers. Since then her embarrassment and anger has fueled her hatred of Bash and though she tries to steer clear of him he works his way back into her life slowly but surely. Just as it seems that HEA is within their reach truths from the past come back to have her running once again. Tori's a likable heroine in many ways, unique in her looks and loyal to those she calls friend. She's snarky with a good sense of humor. She's also proud and adamant about standing on her own two feet. Her self-esteem is a bit bruised though and she's quick to judge which led to her and Bash's original break-up and weighs on them once again. Her actions frustrated me at times as Bash didn't deserve the anger she felt for him and her unrelenting fears kept me from enjoying their reunion fully. Despite this, I still enjoyed their connection and rooted for them every step of the way.
This was a fast-paced, second chance romance set in the competitive world of college football. All the adoration, glamour, and intensity of the sport and its star players was vividly depicted and had me cheering on the sidelines. Bash was a dreamy hero who treated Tori like a queen, no matter how angry she was at him. He spent years trying to win her back in subtle and overt ways and it endeared him to me. Tori's the kind of heroine you can relate to, the heroine you could be friends with. Her and Bash are combustible together and though their reunion started off as a slow burn it quickly became erotically-charged. Numerous scorching scenes were balanced with moments of sweetness that kept me fully invested in their relationship every step of the way and had me cheering Bash's grand gesture at the end. Along with an appealing main couple there were equally enjoyable secondary characters who were loyal and supportive friends with unique personalities that enhanced the collegiate vibe of the story. Though there was a roughness to the narrative, and over-the-top melodrama surrounding the jealous cheerleader, I still enjoyed this story for its tale of redemption and the power of love. Overall it's another winner from Ms. Quinn and I recommend it to fans of sports romances and second chances!
September 6, 2018
I made it through. Finished it. Whew! Ever had an angry read, where you're not particularly enamored of the characters, not really enjoying the plot, but you're determined to finish it anyway, almost enjoying all the things that are pissing you off? Well, that was this book. Maybe I was reading this in the wrong mood, but this one rubbed me all sorts of wrong.
Tori, the h, was just ANGRY and unlikeable through almost the first half of the book. After that, I just never really warmed to her - kinda hard when all your first looks into her POV were how horrible football was, how horrible her ex (Bash, the H) was, how horrible were the rich folk at her university... There's a difference between being the odd girl who doesn't fit in and is still strong in her own sense of self, and being the odd girl who doesn't fit in who's defiantly, angrily not fitting in. Don't know if I'm explaining it well, but that's the best I can do.
Then came the big reveal of the Secret that Bash had been holding. Pretty childish response from Tori. 'I've refused to listen to your side of the story, refused to even talk to you, won't allow you to keep loving me or even be in my presence, but I'm now going to storm out because you've done something sweet and thoughtful and looking out for my bigger picture since you actually have kept loving me all along.'
Bash was an alpha with a sweet spot for the Right Girl. Lot of good points for him... Except he was acting like a really sketchy manwhore in the meantime, instead of working harder/sooner trying to get Tori back.
Hunter was the Mean Girl. Pretty (really) exaggerated clichéd character.
Then there was the writing! There were idioms and word choices that felt awkward - like a non-native speaker, or someone trying to use fancier language and then using things close-but-not-quite-right. And the editing was sloppy - continuity and basic proofreading (extra words, missing words) especially.
A few more notes from while I was reading:
29%
I'm really getting bugged by the timeline.
College football game day = Saturday (about 97% of the time - check ESPN college schedules if you doubt it).
Post football-impact question: what day is it? Answer: Saturday (in case you had any doubt about Game Day).
Post-game party + sleep = next day, i.e. Sunday. Right?
So why is everyone still talking about 'the whole weekend' and 'weekend plans' and referring to Monday as if it wasn't the next friggin' day?! Where is the magical extra weekend day? I want it too!
Also what on-campus housing has double beds for students?? Dorm apartments/suites are one thing, but non-twin dorm beds?
33% now, and referring to "two more days" before classes on Monday. This is really bugging me!
63%
Her cutoff shorts on the way to class have now miraculously turned into a skirt by the end of the class. The continuity in this is really pretty sloppy.
Tori, the h, was just ANGRY and unlikeable through almost the first half of the book. After that, I just never really warmed to her - kinda hard when all your first looks into her POV were how horrible football was, how horrible her ex (Bash, the H) was, how horrible were the rich folk at her university... There's a difference between being the odd girl who doesn't fit in and is still strong in her own sense of self, and being the odd girl who doesn't fit in who's defiantly, angrily not fitting in. Don't know if I'm explaining it well, but that's the best I can do.
Then came the big reveal of the Secret that Bash had been holding. Pretty childish response from Tori. 'I've refused to listen to your side of the story, refused to even talk to you, won't allow you to keep loving me or even be in my presence, but I'm now going to storm out because you've done something sweet and thoughtful and looking out for my bigger picture since you actually have kept loving me all along.'
Bash was an alpha with a sweet spot for the Right Girl. Lot of good points for him... Except he was acting like a really sketchy manwhore in the meantime, instead of working harder/sooner trying to get Tori back.
Hunter was the Mean Girl. Pretty (really) exaggerated clichéd character.
Then there was the writing! There were idioms and word choices that felt awkward - like a non-native speaker, or someone trying to use fancier language and then using things close-but-not-quite-right. And the editing was sloppy - continuity and basic proofreading (extra words, missing words) especially.
A few more notes from while I was reading:
29%
I'm really getting bugged by the timeline.
College football game day = Saturday (about 97% of the time - check ESPN college schedules if you doubt it).
Post football-impact question: what day is it? Answer: Saturday (in case you had any doubt about Game Day).
Post-game party + sleep = next day, i.e. Sunday. Right?
So why is everyone still talking about 'the whole weekend' and 'weekend plans' and referring to Monday as if it wasn't the next friggin' day?! Where is the magical extra weekend day? I want it too!
Also what on-campus housing has double beds for students?? Dorm apartments/suites are one thing, but non-twin dorm beds?
33% now, and referring to "two more days" before classes on Monday. This is really bugging me!
63%
Her cutoff shorts on the way to class have now miraculously turned into a skirt by the end of the class. The continuity in this is really pretty sloppy.
August 14, 2017
"This time, he’s not just looking to score…”
First of all, who else is excited for Football Season!? It’s so close and Jillian Quinn nailed it with Roughing. A second chance sports romance you don’t want to miss!
If there’s one person Tori Reynolds wants to hate more than anything, it’s Sebastian Prince. Sure Bash is the star running back for the Strickland Senator’s, of course he has a banging body, and why wouldn’t he have the prettiest green eyes? Plus on top of all that, he’s loaded.
Bash has it all, or so it seems. The biggest challenge in his life right now though? Winning Tori back.
“I have zero chance of getting her back.
But I am not giving up on her.”
Tori and Bash make me giddy, there’s no other way to explain it. These two are so stinking cute and I love the back and forth banter between them that’s always going on.
I thought Tori was adorable, she tries so hard to avoid Bash at all times ever since he broke her heart their Freshman year of College. It’s kind of hard to avoid someone when a football hits you in the head and the huge running back lands right on top of you. I have to admit though, I would get a concussion right in the noggin’ if that means sexy Bash gets to take care of me for a whole weekend!
Bash is like the hottest thing ever. I love Football players, there is just so much muscle! What’s even better though is when they mix a huge heart in with all that sexiness! Bash is the sweetest guy ever, and I absolutely adored how much time and effort he put into getting Tori back in his life. It was so admirable and I fell a thousand times harder.
“Kiss me,” I say, unable to catch my breath. “I need you to kiss me, Bash.”
Tori and Bash had such an awesome connection, their chemistry was off the charts hot. You could tell how comfortable these two were together and I just loved how everything flowed so well in this book.
Jillian put my two favorite things together when reading a romance, second chances and sports! It really doesn’t get any better than that, and If you love both of those things like I do then I am telling you, this is defiantly the book for you! Roughing is filled with everything sexy and scandalous but it also gives you ALL THE FEELS!
**Thank you to the Author for providing me with a copy of Roughing in exchange for an honest review.**
First of all, who else is excited for Football Season!? It’s so close and Jillian Quinn nailed it with Roughing. A second chance sports romance you don’t want to miss!
If there’s one person Tori Reynolds wants to hate more than anything, it’s Sebastian Prince. Sure Bash is the star running back for the Strickland Senator’s, of course he has a banging body, and why wouldn’t he have the prettiest green eyes? Plus on top of all that, he’s loaded.
Bash has it all, or so it seems. The biggest challenge in his life right now though? Winning Tori back.
“I have zero chance of getting her back.
But I am not giving up on her.”
Tori and Bash make me giddy, there’s no other way to explain it. These two are so stinking cute and I love the back and forth banter between them that’s always going on.
I thought Tori was adorable, she tries so hard to avoid Bash at all times ever since he broke her heart their Freshman year of College. It’s kind of hard to avoid someone when a football hits you in the head and the huge running back lands right on top of you. I have to admit though, I would get a concussion right in the noggin’ if that means sexy Bash gets to take care of me for a whole weekend!
Bash is like the hottest thing ever. I love Football players, there is just so much muscle! What’s even better though is when they mix a huge heart in with all that sexiness! Bash is the sweetest guy ever, and I absolutely adored how much time and effort he put into getting Tori back in his life. It was so admirable and I fell a thousand times harder.
“Kiss me,” I say, unable to catch my breath. “I need you to kiss me, Bash.”
Tori and Bash had such an awesome connection, their chemistry was off the charts hot. You could tell how comfortable these two were together and I just loved how everything flowed so well in this book.
Jillian put my two favorite things together when reading a romance, second chances and sports! It really doesn’t get any better than that, and If you love both of those things like I do then I am telling you, this is defiantly the book for you! Roughing is filled with everything sexy and scandalous but it also gives you ALL THE FEELS!
**Thank you to the Author for providing me with a copy of Roughing in exchange for an honest review.**
August 9, 2017
Tori and Bash had an intense romance their freshman year of college. She gave him her virginity and he gave her the world on a silver platter. It seemed their love was destined to go the distance, but when Bash seemingly betrayed Tori in the worst possible way, not only did they break up, Tori spiraled into a depression that threatened to cost her her full ride scholarship. Without it, she'd have to swallow her pride and head home. She's not like Bash with a wealthy family and a famous father, she's just an average girl with a hardworking dad.
She never gave Bash a chance to explain which left him frustrated and still pining for the one girl who had ever meant anything to him. Not that he's a saint by any stretch and he has no trouble keeping his bed warm after their break-up, but he does seem to genuinely still care for Tori.
His plan to get her back in senior year goes a bit out of bounds and literally knocks her off her feet. As he takes care of her recovery, she sees the sweet side of Bash that she first fell in love with, but she still doesn't trust him.
It's too good to be true.
She's supposed to hate him.
She can't deny that their physical attraction is still scorching hot, but she has to listen to her brain this time. He destroyed her once and she doesn't think she'd ever come back from him shattering her heart a second time.
Roughing is a fabulous college second chance romance filled with all the feels, crazy chemistry between Bash and Tori, mean girls, sweet and sexy football players and a happy ending that will have you shouting Touchdown!
It has just enough football to make it a fun sports romance, but not enough downs, field goals and interception talk to bench non-sports romance lovers.
Sexy second chance college romance for anyone to enjoy! Fall in love with Bash and Tori, as a big, tough alpha man makes a Hail Mary play to get his girl back and a strong woman holds the line to protect her heart.
She never gave Bash a chance to explain which left him frustrated and still pining for the one girl who had ever meant anything to him. Not that he's a saint by any stretch and he has no trouble keeping his bed warm after their break-up, but he does seem to genuinely still care for Tori.
His plan to get her back in senior year goes a bit out of bounds and literally knocks her off her feet. As he takes care of her recovery, she sees the sweet side of Bash that she first fell in love with, but she still doesn't trust him.
It's too good to be true.
She's supposed to hate him.
She can't deny that their physical attraction is still scorching hot, but she has to listen to her brain this time. He destroyed her once and she doesn't think she'd ever come back from him shattering her heart a second time.
Roughing is a fabulous college second chance romance filled with all the feels, crazy chemistry between Bash and Tori, mean girls, sweet and sexy football players and a happy ending that will have you shouting Touchdown!
It has just enough football to make it a fun sports romance, but not enough downs, field goals and interception talk to bench non-sports romance lovers.
Sexy second chance college romance for anyone to enjoy! Fall in love with Bash and Tori, as a big, tough alpha man makes a Hail Mary play to get his girl back and a strong woman holds the line to protect her heart.
August 15, 2017
I did receive a free ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I have read other books by Jillian and love all of her books.
In this book we have Victoria 'Tori', who is a good college student, going to and from classes. Her ex-boyfriend is one of the lead men on the football team. Tori and Sebastian 'Bash' Prince, broke up ages ago, as Tori walked in on him and another female in bed together.
Bash, is a huge running back on his college football team. He lives for football. He loved being with Tori, but, when she accused him of cheating on her, it totally devastated him. He didn't know what to do afterwards.
Tori has been hit at the home football while sitting around the field with her friend. She has a concussion and very bad symptoms that come for a concussion. She can't be left alone and her roommate Jessica already has plans with her boyfriend for the weekend. Bash states to the Football Medical Staff that he will stay with her and watch over her. Bash feels guilty that Tori has been hurt and does what he can to watch over her and tries to help her. Tori still having a lot of the concussion symptoms a day or so later. Bash calls the Doctor to come over to Tori's apartment, and he wants Tori to stop all things thinking or moving, so her brain can heal and so she can make a full recovery.
I know this is something I must do in my life, but, always remember, that instead of jumping to conclusions, make sure you have all the facts straight beforehand.
I have read other books by Jillian and love all of her books.
In this book we have Victoria 'Tori', who is a good college student, going to and from classes. Her ex-boyfriend is one of the lead men on the football team. Tori and Sebastian 'Bash' Prince, broke up ages ago, as Tori walked in on him and another female in bed together.
Bash, is a huge running back on his college football team. He lives for football. He loved being with Tori, but, when she accused him of cheating on her, it totally devastated him. He didn't know what to do afterwards.
Tori has been hit at the home football while sitting around the field with her friend. She has a concussion and very bad symptoms that come for a concussion. She can't be left alone and her roommate Jessica already has plans with her boyfriend for the weekend. Bash states to the Football Medical Staff that he will stay with her and watch over her. Bash feels guilty that Tori has been hurt and does what he can to watch over her and tries to help her. Tori still having a lot of the concussion symptoms a day or so later. Bash calls the Doctor to come over to Tori's apartment, and he wants Tori to stop all things thinking or moving, so her brain can heal and so she can make a full recovery.
I know this is something I must do in my life, but, always remember, that instead of jumping to conclusions, make sure you have all the facts straight beforehand.
August 9, 2017
I admit I have read the previous books set at Strickland U and so I felt an instant connection with these characters! I swear I had read about them in an earlier book, but I guess they are completely new.
So Bash and Tori were a couple during Freshman year….he is a football star and she is a girl in school due to a scholarship so she isn’t really part of the ‘right’ crowd. Now in their Senior year, their paths cross again and Bash finally gets a chance to try to set the record straight about their misunderstanding from Freshman year.
This is a fast paced second chance romance which has just the right amount of suspense regarding secrets that Bash is keeping. Will Tori give him a second chance? Will he be able to tell her the truth before it’s too late?
I’m not sure how it happens, but I am able to connect with these characters so quickly. Some books take time to get your bearings, but Ms. Quinn has a way of pulling you in and hitting the ground running. I can’t wait to learn more about the other members of the football team.
Hero 5 stars / Heroine 5 / Steam 5 stars / Plot 5 stars / Overall 5 Stars
Keys: Dual POV, MF, Twists and Turns, Suspense Elements, Second Chance
#MSBB - I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book
So Bash and Tori were a couple during Freshman year….he is a football star and she is a girl in school due to a scholarship so she isn’t really part of the ‘right’ crowd. Now in their Senior year, their paths cross again and Bash finally gets a chance to try to set the record straight about their misunderstanding from Freshman year.
This is a fast paced second chance romance which has just the right amount of suspense regarding secrets that Bash is keeping. Will Tori give him a second chance? Will he be able to tell her the truth before it’s too late?
I’m not sure how it happens, but I am able to connect with these characters so quickly. Some books take time to get your bearings, but Ms. Quinn has a way of pulling you in and hitting the ground running. I can’t wait to learn more about the other members of the football team.
Hero 5 stars / Heroine 5 / Steam 5 stars / Plot 5 stars / Overall 5 Stars
Keys: Dual POV, MF, Twists and Turns, Suspense Elements, Second Chance
#MSBB - I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book
August 7, 2017
I had the pleasure of receiving an ARC of this book!
I always enjoy anything that Jillian writes and this is another one that did not disappoint!
Considering she usually writes about Hockey I was really excited to read an american football book by her as I loved books based on this, even though it's not completely centred on this. It had a good balance of the sport and other aspects of the characters lives.
I completely fell in love with Tori and Bash!
They were so good for each other even when things were going bad.
They had to go through a lot to be together but I felt like it made them stronger in the end.
Both Tori and Bash are both so head strong, that they know and feel secure in what they both believe in that sometimes it could have caused problems but they work through them which is what I like to see.
I absolutely loved this book, but the reason why I've given it 4 stars instead of 5 is because I wished it was longer as I feel like a few things could of been expanded on in more depth and could have had more of an explanation.
But this book is still a fun, sexy and also serious read with a lot of hotness from our boy Bash!
I always enjoy anything that Jillian writes and this is another one that did not disappoint!
Considering she usually writes about Hockey I was really excited to read an american football book by her as I loved books based on this, even though it's not completely centred on this. It had a good balance of the sport and other aspects of the characters lives.
I completely fell in love with Tori and Bash!
They were so good for each other even when things were going bad.
They had to go through a lot to be together but I felt like it made them stronger in the end.
Both Tori and Bash are both so head strong, that they know and feel secure in what they both believe in that sometimes it could have caused problems but they work through them which is what I like to see.
I absolutely loved this book, but the reason why I've given it 4 stars instead of 5 is because I wished it was longer as I feel like a few things could of been expanded on in more depth and could have had more of an explanation.
But this book is still a fun, sexy and also serious read with a lot of hotness from our boy Bash!
August 7, 2017
Jillian Quinn can do no wrong in my opinion. For a relatively new author, she sure knows how to engage the reader and keep them captivated right until the last word.
Sport Romance novels are my go-to genre. I absolutely love them. Hockey would have to be my favourite, and Jillian has written 4 exceptional books about this fantastic sport - shameless plug time - go and buy them, they are awesome and you will not be disappointed.
Following closely in second place, would be football. That this is based around Strickland University is a bonus as college romances are firmly in my top 5 genres.
I loved Tori & Bash. But they made me frustrated!! Frustrated because every time they were going to move forward in their relationship - something or someone interrupted them.
Theirs is a second chance at love story. Being so in love with Bash the first time around and it ending badly, made Tori extremely wary of starting anything up with him again.
I so very much loved this book and I hope Jillian turns this into a series.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book
Sport Romance novels are my go-to genre. I absolutely love them. Hockey would have to be my favourite, and Jillian has written 4 exceptional books about this fantastic sport - shameless plug time - go and buy them, they are awesome and you will not be disappointed.
Following closely in second place, would be football. That this is based around Strickland University is a bonus as college romances are firmly in my top 5 genres.
I loved Tori & Bash. But they made me frustrated!! Frustrated because every time they were going to move forward in their relationship - something or someone interrupted them.
Theirs is a second chance at love story. Being so in love with Bash the first time around and it ending badly, made Tori extremely wary of starting anything up with him again.
I so very much loved this book and I hope Jillian turns this into a series.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book
August 11, 2017
Tori is the scholarship student who was always on the fringes of the popular crowd and Bash was the sexy quarterback who was king of the college. They were dating during freshman year until he made a mistake but she ended up living with the consequences and two years later has finally reached a place where she is happy again.
Sebastian realized right away that he made a mistake but Tori was devastated by what he did so two years later he is no closer to getting her to give him a second chance. When she needs assistance he ensures that he will be the one to provide it and he uses the opportunity to try to get close to her however he has another secret that could destroy everything before it even starts.
This author creates such amazing characters that you can relate to and understand what motivates them to do the things that they do and it is almost as if you are a part of them. The love and chemistry between the two was deep and hot and it has an emotional aspect that is unexpected. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
Sebastian realized right away that he made a mistake but Tori was devastated by what he did so two years later he is no closer to getting her to give him a second chance. When she needs assistance he ensures that he will be the one to provide it and he uses the opportunity to try to get close to her however he has another secret that could destroy everything before it even starts.
This author creates such amazing characters that you can relate to and understand what motivates them to do the things that they do and it is almost as if you are a part of them. The love and chemistry between the two was deep and hot and it has an emotional aspect that is unexpected. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
August 9, 2017
A very sweet second chance story. Bash and Tori dated early in their college years, falling in love but they had obstacles tearing them apart. Tori worked hard for her scholarship to go to Strickland U while Bash was a trust fund baby and his father's name would have open doors if not for the fact that he was a natural at football. His life was that of fame and fans, hers was one of more quiet studious life. After their special night together she found another girl in his bed the next day, shocked and sucker punched Tori refused to listen to Bash, and dumping the golden boy didn't help her socially, ended her in a break down and time in a hospital and hate for Bash in Tori. Fast forward to their senior year, with some help from their best friends and a ball to the face, Bash is determined to take care of Tori and show her he still loves her, Tori is confused as her buried feelings come to the surface, but a secret threatens to break up the newly reunited couple.
August 10, 2017
I love Jillian Quinn books. This one is about a football star with the last name of Prince who had a girl by the name of Victoria that was his Queen. There was a huge misunderstanding and his Queen left her prince along with losing her scholarship due to medical reasons because of the breakup. Prince didn't want his Queen to be dropped out of school paid for her scholarship so that she could stay in school but kept it hidden from her even though she hated him. A freak accident with the football caused her to have a cushion and Prince stayed with her for the weekend to make sure that she was all right and they got back together. But with his lies about her scholarship almost made him lose her again. But in the end it all worked out.
I voluntarily review this Advanced readers copy of this book.
I voluntarily review this Advanced readers copy of this book.
August 8, 2017
Wow is all I can say about this amazing book.This book is about the best I've read for a 2nd chance book. It will suck you in from start to finish and you'll be flipping the pages to hurry up to get to the end. The more I read of Jillians book's the more I'm falling in love with them. She is such a fantastic storyteller.I very much recommend getting this book. Even though the story is about Sebastian (Bash) a football player when after a misunderstanding loses Victoria (Tori) the only girl he's ever loved is given a 2nd chance and he's getting her back. You don't have to love or like football to fall in love with these characters.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
August 14, 2017
As always Jillian Quinn has a winner here with this book!
Roughing was every bit of a swoon-worthy and sexy second chance romance.This author has a way with drawing you into her stories and making you fall in love with her captivating characters.
Bash is famous,rich,hot and a football player.And also Tori's ex-boyfriend.
Life has never been easy for Tori who has to struggle hard at every point of her life.
And now at this most crucial moment of her life,she does not need her ex flame to distract her.
But Bash has had enough.Letting the love of his life go was one of his biggest mistakes and there's no way he would not get her back.In his life.Where she needed to be.
This bad boy's gonna play hard and rough to win this time.After all,everything's fair in love and war..
Roughing was every bit of a swoon-worthy and sexy second chance romance.This author has a way with drawing you into her stories and making you fall in love with her captivating characters.
Bash is famous,rich,hot and a football player.And also Tori's ex-boyfriend.
Life has never been easy for Tori who has to struggle hard at every point of her life.
And now at this most crucial moment of her life,she does not need her ex flame to distract her.
But Bash has had enough.Letting the love of his life go was one of his biggest mistakes and there's no way he would not get her back.In his life.Where she needed to be.
This bad boy's gonna play hard and rough to win this time.After all,everything's fair in love and war..
December 6, 2018
Oh those alpha males. Bash is a bit icky sleeping with so many girls AFTER his ex girlfriend has to go to psychiatric hospital after a break up due to her finding him in bed with someone else one star off for author putting her in hospital....and then going his merry way. Ick.
But after Football strikes her in face and he accidentally tackled her at a football game (why she was on the field??) Bash becomes her "nurse" for the weekend watching for syptoms of a concussion.
Now they are back together because she finally Listened to him on the circumstances of scene where another girl caught in his bed. Well, that dumb girl could of saved herself a lot of misery if she'd listen to his explanation way back when incident happened. Yeah, I know it's fiction....lol.
Good, not great read.
But after Football strikes her in face and he accidentally tackled her at a football game (why she was on the field??) Bash becomes her "nurse" for the weekend watching for syptoms of a concussion.
Now they are back together because she finally Listened to him on the circumstances of scene where another girl caught in his bed. Well, that dumb girl could of saved herself a lot of misery if she'd listen to his explanation way back when incident happened. Yeah, I know it's fiction....lol.
Good, not great read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 9, 2017
Roughing is a great second chance romance! Bash is cute and sexy and Tori is trying her best to ignore him and resist the attraction she still has for him. Bash is trying to explain what happened to cause their break up but Tori isn't having it. Something happens that causes them to spend the weekend together and Tori can't deny the attraction much longer. I love the chemistry between Bash and Tori. You can't help but root for Bash even though Tori is still angry with him. The feels are strong with this second chance football romance. You definitely get a great HEA with this story. Loved it!! I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
August 11, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed and advanced reader copy of this book. Another amazing book from Jillian! I don’t know how this woman does it, but she does it and brings it every time. I’m a huge fan of second chance romance so this book was right up my alley. This book is filled with lust, heartbreak, a love hate relationship with Bash, but the heart wants what it wants and Bash wants Tori back. He betrayed her while they were together and broke her heart, leaving her heading in a downward spiral and leaving Bash not able to explain anything. He’s never stopped thinking and wanting her. He devises a plan to get her back, but will he? Such a fun book, I loved it and I highly recommend it!
August 13, 2017
I really enjoyed Tori & Bash's story!
Tori is just trying to ignore her ex boyfriend Bash and get through the rest of her senior year of college. I liked Tori. She was stubborn and hard headed and full of spunk!
Bash never got over his ex Tori. She is the queen to his Prince Charming. I really liked Bash especially when he went the extra mile with Tori to prove that he was different.
This is the first book that I have read by Jillian Quinn and it definitely won't be my last! A great read!
***I received an advanced reader's copy from the author. I reviewed this book voluntarily.***
Tori is just trying to ignore her ex boyfriend Bash and get through the rest of her senior year of college. I liked Tori. She was stubborn and hard headed and full of spunk!
Bash never got over his ex Tori. She is the queen to his Prince Charming. I really liked Bash especially when he went the extra mile with Tori to prove that he was different.
This is the first book that I have read by Jillian Quinn and it definitely won't be my last! A great read!
***I received an advanced reader's copy from the author. I reviewed this book voluntarily.***
February 18, 2019
People are Bashing Bash
I wrote a review when I read people bashing Bash and saying he didn’t love Tori enough to make her listen. I think early in the book he states he would have to give her some space because he knew she wouldn’t let him do what he wanted to do for her (don’t want to give the story away). He hated being away from her when he tried to explain she ran; she is bipolar and he was afraid of pushing too hard. Also, there is a villain blackmailing him. He is a friend if Tori finds out she will leave school. I can’t believe he took two years of the blackmail without doing anything but I don’t think he is a creep for it.
I wrote a review when I read people bashing Bash and saying he didn’t love Tori enough to make her listen. I think early in the book he states he would have to give her some space because he knew she wouldn’t let him do what he wanted to do for her (don’t want to give the story away). He hated being away from her when he tried to explain she ran; she is bipolar and he was afraid of pushing too hard. Also, there is a villain blackmailing him. He is a friend if Tori finds out she will leave school. I can’t believe he took two years of the blackmail without doing anything but I don’t think he is a creep for it.
August 9, 2017
Omg I love this book. If you love second chance romance books then one-click now. Bash & Tori were meant to be until Bash did the unthinkable. Years pass and all Bash wants is Tori and will try to win her back. What Tori has been through will tear at your heartstrings. You will love/hate Bash but when everything is out in the open you will definitely want Bash too become your next bbf. This book will suck you in the moment you start reading. Another amazing 5 star read that I couldn't put down.
I voluntarily reviewed this Advanced Reader Copy of this book
I voluntarily reviewed this Advanced Reader Copy of this book
August 13, 2017
Roughing
Another good book from Jillian Quinn. Bash the football player and Tori the girl was got away. Bash was the usual guy who came from money, had all the girls chasing him, football player, but couldn't get the girl who meant so much to him. Tori spent her time avoiding Bash because he broke her heart once before and she refused to let him do it again. After a football game things changed between them both. Time to be honest with each other and show each other some compassion. It was a sweet love story between these two characters and a very nice read.
Another good book from Jillian Quinn. Bash the football player and Tori the girl was got away. Bash was the usual guy who came from money, had all the girls chasing him, football player, but couldn't get the girl who meant so much to him. Tori spent her time avoiding Bash because he broke her heart once before and she refused to let him do it again. After a football game things changed between them both. Time to be honest with each other and show each other some compassion. It was a sweet love story between these two characters and a very nice read.
April 17, 2018
Another Football Alpha
I read this book through KU.
I wanted to like it so much more than I did. The hero came on way too strong, like a typical alphahole; controlling, cutting off arguments with sex (it got boring) and his big secret that he kept from the heroine was way out of proportion to how he had one particular keep the secret, with very little repercussions. And what he had to do was pretty unsavory. Neither the heroine or the hero really felt like they gelled together for me. I liked other books this author has written: this one just hit below the mark for me.
I read this book through KU.
I wanted to like it so much more than I did. The hero came on way too strong, like a typical alphahole; controlling, cutting off arguments with sex (it got boring) and his big secret that he kept from the heroine was way out of proportion to how he had one particular keep the secret, with very little repercussions. And what he had to do was pretty unsavory. Neither the heroine or the hero really felt like they gelled together for me. I liked other books this author has written: this one just hit below the mark for me.
September 10, 2018
4.5*
This was my first book by Jillian Quinn and I’m definitely a fan of her writing! I absolutely loved the story of Bash & Tori! The sacrifices Bash made for Tori were so selfless you can’t help but fall in love with him. Tori took her heartbreak & was determined to not let it destroy her but to drive her to obtain her life long goals. It was enjoyable to watch them fall back in love and work through the hurdles that destroyed them in the first place. I’m looking forward to my next Jillian Quinn book!
This was my first book by Jillian Quinn and I’m definitely a fan of her writing! I absolutely loved the story of Bash & Tori! The sacrifices Bash made for Tori were so selfless you can’t help but fall in love with him. Tori took her heartbreak & was determined to not let it destroy her but to drive her to obtain her life long goals. It was enjoyable to watch them fall back in love and work through the hurdles that destroyed them in the first place. I’m looking forward to my next Jillian Quinn book!
October 15, 2018
Boring and predictable
Guy and girl break up over misunderstanding. Girl, of course, was a virgin, guy was her first, and over the two years they are apart she doesnt apparently even kiss anyone else while the guy gets with anything on two legs, including a very nasty barbie type who he let's manipulate/blackmail him. Girl is a pushover. You know the drill, which is sadly the same story in so many romances. There's very little to no backstory, no character growth, and really not much of a story. I didnt enjoy it
Guy and girl break up over misunderstanding. Girl, of course, was a virgin, guy was her first, and over the two years they are apart she doesnt apparently even kiss anyone else while the guy gets with anything on two legs, including a very nasty barbie type who he let's manipulate/blackmail him. Girl is a pushover. You know the drill, which is sadly the same story in so many romances. There's very little to no backstory, no character growth, and really not much of a story. I didnt enjoy it
August 7, 2017
Oh my gosh. Where do I start?
Tori is a college student on a scholarship in a world where power and money runs the place, who loved and got hurt.
Bash is a stud, star running back, from money, son of a football star, with the world at his fingertips. They once dated and broke up under a misunderstanding that had kept Tori avoiding Bash. One football game changes all of that. Such an amazing story, filled with love and hurt, pride and secrets... My new favorite Jillian book!!!
Tori is a college student on a scholarship in a world where power and money runs the place, who loved and got hurt.
Bash is a stud, star running back, from money, son of a football star, with the world at his fingertips. They once dated and broke up under a misunderstanding that had kept Tori avoiding Bash. One football game changes all of that. Such an amazing story, filled with love and hurt, pride and secrets... My new favorite Jillian book!!!
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