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The Billionaire Boyfriend #5
Jacob: Love on the Field
Jake and Stacy aren’t looking for love, but fate and football have other plans.
Jake Eckhart is known for two things... football and women. The Hartbreak Kid, as he’s known by the throngs of ladies that scream his name at every game, is New York’s golden boy. The NFL star is living the dream, until it turns into a nightmare. The sudden death of his older sister, thrusts Jake into the role of ‘insta-dad’ as he finds himself raising her 6 year-old-son. But how can he help Ryan when he can’t even deal with his own devastating grief?
Stacy Davis has dreamed of being a teacher her whole life. She’s finally landed her dream job at Manhattan’s prestigious St. James Academy. But she may never get to mold any young minds if her principal keeps tightening her leash. He’s expressly told her not to speak to any of the celebrity parents. But she can’t exactly ignore Ryan Eckhart’s cry for help, especially not after the instant connection she has with his troubled uncle.
Parenting was never part of Jake’s plan. So when he meets Ryan’s adorable new teacher he’s desperate to enlist her help. Without her, there’s no way he can balance his career and his nephew. Stacy’s attraction to Jake is instant and before long she finds herself risking her job to help him. They both realize there could be more on the line than their careers. But going the distance for love will require a leap of faith. Can Stacy trust the notorious player, or will The Hartbreak Kid break her heart?
Jake Eckhart is known for two things... football and women. The Hartbreak Kid, as he’s known by the throngs of ladies that scream his name at every game, is New York’s golden boy. The NFL star is living the dream, until it turns into a nightmare. The sudden death of his older sister, thrusts Jake into the role of ‘insta-dad’ as he finds himself raising her 6 year-old-son. But how can he help Ryan when he can’t even deal with his own devastating grief?
Stacy Davis has dreamed of being a teacher her whole life. She’s finally landed her dream job at Manhattan’s prestigious St. James Academy. But she may never get to mold any young minds if her principal keeps tightening her leash. He’s expressly told her not to speak to any of the celebrity parents. But she can’t exactly ignore Ryan Eckhart’s cry for help, especially not after the instant connection she has with his troubled uncle.
Parenting was never part of Jake’s plan. So when he meets Ryan’s adorable new teacher he’s desperate to enlist her help. Without her, there’s no way he can balance his career and his nephew. Stacy’s attraction to Jake is instant and before long she finds herself risking her job to help him. They both realize there could be more on the line than their careers. But going the distance for love will require a leap of faith. Can Stacy trust the notorious player, or will The Hartbreak Kid break her heart?
156 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 18, 2019
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About the author
Christina Benjamin
67 books322 followersAward-Winning author, Christina Benjamin, lives in Florida with her husband, and character inspiring pets, where she spends her free time working on her books and speaking to inspire fellow writers.
Christina is best known for her wildly popular Young Adult romance novels, The Boyfriend series.
The Boyfriend series proves that book boyfriends are like Chocolate… you can never have enough. Check out the Boyfriend series for fast, fun, YA romance reads. These destination novels let you fall in love in a new city with new character every time.
Christina loves to read and write across genres. YA is her favorite but she's a sucker for a good love story. Don't miss her YA Fantasy, The Geneva Sommers series under her pen name CJ Benjamin as well as the multiple anthologies she's been a part of.
Christina is best known for her wildly popular Young Adult romance novels, The Boyfriend series.
The Boyfriend series proves that book boyfriends are like Chocolate… you can never have enough. Check out the Boyfriend series for fast, fun, YA romance reads. These destination novels let you fall in love in a new city with new character every time.
Christina loves to read and write across genres. YA is her favorite but she's a sucker for a good love story. Don't miss her YA Fantasy, The Geneva Sommers series under her pen name CJ Benjamin as well as the multiple anthologies she's been a part of.
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January 14, 2020
Not for me
The plot sounded really good, and I had a lot of hope for it. It was a love at first sight type of thing. But, it still felt rushed. They had maybe one interaction before they were decidedly "the one" for each other. And the major life changes Jake exhibited would take longer than 4 days to accomplish.
There were also a few scenes where I was confused because things were assumed to have happened, but we didn't see it on the pages. For instance, when Stacy is first asked about Jake by her roommate, the roommate is already assuming she's dating Jake. But, they had seen each other one time and she only agreed to take Ryan to his soccer practices. Yet, they're dating??? How does that constitute dating, in any context?
Or, the time at girls night out. The roommates were one, being terrible hypocrites. And two, assuming all kinds of things that didn't even happen. Its possible it did happen, and Stacy shares that with them, but it wasn't communicated in the story. It felt like I was missing something.
The timeline is unclear. My best guess was they met and married in a month. That seems wholly unrealistic. Not to mention, what about Stacy's job? It was a huge factor in the first parts of the book, yet it just isn't mentioned again? I'm sure the principal would have something to say if one of his teachers marries her student's parent. That's not going to go unnoticed. I can only assume the reason it isn't mentioned is the inconvenience of wrapping up that storyline.
I feel like this was only part of the book, and so much was left out. Parts that developed the plot and resolved the conflicts. I also don't like stories with the characters shaking up and making babies without being married, which was the case with her roommates. So, overall, this book/series isn't for me.
The plot sounded really good, and I had a lot of hope for it. It was a love at first sight type of thing. But, it still felt rushed. They had maybe one interaction before they were decidedly "the one" for each other. And the major life changes Jake exhibited would take longer than 4 days to accomplish.
There were also a few scenes where I was confused because things were assumed to have happened, but we didn't see it on the pages. For instance, when Stacy is first asked about Jake by her roommate, the roommate is already assuming she's dating Jake. But, they had seen each other one time and she only agreed to take Ryan to his soccer practices. Yet, they're dating??? How does that constitute dating, in any context?
Or, the time at girls night out. The roommates were one, being terrible hypocrites. And two, assuming all kinds of things that didn't even happen. Its possible it did happen, and Stacy shares that with them, but it wasn't communicated in the story. It felt like I was missing something.
The timeline is unclear. My best guess was they met and married in a month. That seems wholly unrealistic. Not to mention, what about Stacy's job? It was a huge factor in the first parts of the book, yet it just isn't mentioned again? I'm sure the principal would have something to say if one of his teachers marries her student's parent. That's not going to go unnoticed. I can only assume the reason it isn't mentioned is the inconvenience of wrapping up that storyline.
I feel like this was only part of the book, and so much was left out. Parts that developed the plot and resolved the conflicts. I also don't like stories with the characters shaking up and making babies without being married, which was the case with her roommates. So, overall, this book/series isn't for me.
July 8, 2020
Jake is an NFL foot ball star and a player but his life took a sharp turn when his sister dies and suddenly he is a father to his young nephew. He is overwhelmed and feels he he is failing Ryan and his sister’s memory. Stacy is Ryan’s grade one teacher and when the two meet there is definite life interest on both parts. But she is unsure as it would be a conflict of interest and Jake has a reputation as a lady’s man.
This is a clean, sweet, heartwarming, contemporary romance. The characters are well developed with complex personalities complete with strengths and weaknesses that have you engaged in their story. The story is told from both Stacy and Ryan’s point of view. This provides insight into their pasts, their thoughts, feelings, motivations and actions. The storyline flows smoothly and quickly filled with emotional drama, personal conflicts, romance and sweet tender moments. The emotional occurs as the character’s deal with their pasts, internal struggles and external obstacles as they try to find happiness. I found this a sweet story that I read in one sitting as I just had to find out how their story would unfold. If you like heartwarming contemporary romances you will enjoy this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a clean, sweet, heartwarming, contemporary romance. The characters are well developed with complex personalities complete with strengths and weaknesses that have you engaged in their story. The story is told from both Stacy and Ryan’s point of view. This provides insight into their pasts, their thoughts, feelings, motivations and actions. The storyline flows smoothly and quickly filled with emotional drama, personal conflicts, romance and sweet tender moments. The emotional occurs as the character’s deal with their pasts, internal struggles and external obstacles as they try to find happiness. I found this a sweet story that I read in one sitting as I just had to find out how their story would unfold. If you like heartwarming contemporary romances you will enjoy this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 5, 2025
2.55 ⭐️
January 3, 2026
cute but too rushed, what happened to the school and principal drama?
July 28, 2019
Jake Eckhart, The Hartbreak Kid, pro footballer, the best tight end in the NFL, endorsement king, ladies man, insta-dad. When his sister Jenny died, Jake lost his best friend and gained custody of his 6-year-old nephew. He never wanted to be a dad and now, overnight, he is one. But not a good one. Stacy Davis has dreamed of being a teacher her whole life and now she has her dream job at the prestigious St. James Academy. It's not exactly how she thought it would be since the principal doesn't allow her to truly grade her students or talk to their parents in fear that she could offend their rich and famous parents. Their parent's money is more important than the children. But not to Stacy, so when her student Ryan clearly needs help she reaches out to his uncle. She only wanted to make a difference, to help; she didn't want to risk her job and she never planned on falling in love.
This is definitely my favorite of The Billionaire Boyfriend Series. So full of emotion. Stacy is the sweetest and Jake was such a simple mess. Despite the circus surrounding The Hartbreak Kid, their story was so normal. Tragedy, unfortunately, strikes every day leaving lives in chaos. Love isn't all that's needed to make a relationship of any kind a success. Jake was selfish and unprepared and frustrating but wanted to do right by Ryan. Ryan was such a lost little soul. I dare the reader to not love this little boy. He needed so much more than Jake was providing. Stacy was exactly what they both needed and it made my heart hurt with happiness.
I love how Ryan brought the Billionaire couples full circle. The girls had such close relationships. A couple of the guys were close. Having Ryan in their lives made them all family. Perfect.
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This is definitely my favorite of The Billionaire Boyfriend Series. So full of emotion. Stacy is the sweetest and Jake was such a simple mess. Despite the circus surrounding The Hartbreak Kid, their story was so normal. Tragedy, unfortunately, strikes every day leaving lives in chaos. Love isn't all that's needed to make a relationship of any kind a success. Jake was selfish and unprepared and frustrating but wanted to do right by Ryan. Ryan was such a lost little soul. I dare the reader to not love this little boy. He needed so much more than Jake was providing. Stacy was exactly what they both needed and it made my heart hurt with happiness.
I love how Ryan brought the Billionaire couples full circle. The girls had such close relationships. A couple of the guys were close. Having Ryan in their lives made them all family. Perfect.
The exclusive Closed Doors download is fantastic! I can't tell you anything but you will love it. I sure did!!
July 28, 2019
Learn to be a parent
3.5
A good, simple, romantic story about Jacob, an NFL player who has been guarding his nephew Ryan since the death of his sister, and who is struggling to take on this task when Ryan's teacher, Stacy, asks to meet him . When she sees him panicking, Stacy agrees to help him.
I liked the questioning of this hardened single man, playboy, who panics in the education of his nephew. He can not manage the loss of his sister, his apartment, the emotional needs of the child, his schedule, the media. In addition to this is added attraction to the teacher of the child. She guides him to parenting and helps him prioritize his needs and those of Ryan, without wanting anything in return, despite their attraction and Jacob isn't used to this distance to with the behavior of groupies he usually have to face.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
3.5
A good, simple, romantic story about Jacob, an NFL player who has been guarding his nephew Ryan since the death of his sister, and who is struggling to take on this task when Ryan's teacher, Stacy, asks to meet him . When she sees him panicking, Stacy agrees to help him.
I liked the questioning of this hardened single man, playboy, who panics in the education of his nephew. He can not manage the loss of his sister, his apartment, the emotional needs of the child, his schedule, the media. In addition to this is added attraction to the teacher of the child. She guides him to parenting and helps him prioritize his needs and those of Ryan, without wanting anything in return, despite their attraction and Jacob isn't used to this distance to with the behavior of groupies he usually have to face.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
July 28, 2019
A well written entertaining read. It hooks you in the beginning and it has you turning pages till the end. The story flows, well with characters that grow with the story and great chemistry. Jake is a sexy football player who is a player and when his sister dies and he now is taking care of his nephew he finds out that he is in way over his head. Stacy has always wanted to be a teacher. She has her perfect jot at the prestigious St. James Academy. So when she see that Ryan, Jack's nephew is having trouble she reaches out to Jake. When Jake meets Stacy he is attracted to her right away and also enlists her help. She was only there to help Ryan not fall for Jake. Can she look past his player image or will Jake break her heart.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 28, 2019
The sweetest of all in the series!
I fell in love with Ryan and I fell hard. He's great through all the pages. All his antics just made this book fantastic read.
The connection, the chemistry between main characters and how much vulnerability they showed to each other made this read very emotionally moving and totally heart warming. There were moments I had misty eyes and many more moments that I smiled or laughed. And I was so happy to see appearances from all the other couples from the series. It was good to have them back even if for a short time.
If you are looking for a clean, sweet, romantic read with fantastic characters and story that is exhilarating don't look further, grab a copy and spend some time with Stacy, Jake and Ryan.
I fell in love with Ryan and I fell hard. He's great through all the pages. All his antics just made this book fantastic read.
The connection, the chemistry between main characters and how much vulnerability they showed to each other made this read very emotionally moving and totally heart warming. There were moments I had misty eyes and many more moments that I smiled or laughed. And I was so happy to see appearances from all the other couples from the series. It was good to have them back even if for a short time.
If you are looking for a clean, sweet, romantic read with fantastic characters and story that is exhilarating don't look further, grab a copy and spend some time with Stacy, Jake and Ryan.
July 28, 2019
Jacob,NFL star and ladies man,loses his sister and gains a son when he takes over the care of his six year old nephew Ryan. He's over his head and needs help with the troubled little boy. Stacy is his teacher and reaches out to Jake to help the little boy. She ends up being exactly what both Ryan and Jake need. It's an emotional and heartwarming story that captured me from start to finish. I loved watching the relationship grow and to see Ryan blossom in their love and support. It's well written and moves quickly and smoothly. I would highly recommend this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
July 28, 2019
Christina Benjamin has made this series so much fun. I’m glad to see Stacy get her fellow. Jake and Ryan are an adorable pair. This book has a wonderful story line with Jake trying to adjust from being a “hartbreaker” single to being dad to a 6 year old. The characters are all well developed. I loved this story.
July 28, 2019
He's an NFL wonder and an instant dad with the death of his sister and best friend. She's a teacher whose boss doesn't actually let her do her job but Ryan, Jacobs nephew, is in her class. It was a cute read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 28, 2019
This story was a page turner. It kept my interest throughout the story. I enjoyed reading about Jake and Stacy. It was well written and a good storyline.
I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received an advanced copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 28, 2019
Just what a sweet rom-com
4 1/2 stars
This was such a fun read. Just what a sweet rom-com should be. Light, sweet, drama filled and funny. I loved every single word of this book. Happy reading
4 1/2 stars
This was such a fun read. Just what a sweet rom-com should be. Light, sweet, drama filled and funny. I loved every single word of this book. Happy reading
July 30, 2019
This was an enjoyable read. Jacob is now having to me a dad figure to his nephew. As you can imagine he has no idea what he is doing. Stacy is his teacher and tries to help him. Of course by the end they fall in love and get their HEA.
July 30, 2019
This story dealt with a lot of different issues going on at once which made it very believable and life-like. I could not put it down and was sad when the story ended. I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 28, 2019
This was a nice read. I love seeing the other couples in the series with Stacy and Jake. It was a hoot seeing Eric fan girl over Jake. That was too funny.
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