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Kings of Campus #1
Off Sides
Sage Ryker is every girl’s fantasy. And my nightmare.
He’s not used to being told no. He thinks I’m just playing hard to get. But really, I hate everything the rich, cocky, so-hot-it-hurts wide receiver represents.
Just when I think things couldn’t get any worse, we’re forced to live together: to be roommates. It’s immediately clear that we’re two opposites that will more likely destroy each other than attract.
Then a heated argument unexpectedly leaves us face to face and lips to lips. After that, everything changes. But not for the better.
Because with Sage Ryker, love might be more dangerous than hate.
He’s not used to being told no. He thinks I’m just playing hard to get. But really, I hate everything the rich, cocky, so-hot-it-hurts wide receiver represents.
Just when I think things couldn’t get any worse, we’re forced to live together: to be roommates. It’s immediately clear that we’re two opposites that will more likely destroy each other than attract.
Then a heated argument unexpectedly leaves us face to face and lips to lips. After that, everything changes. But not for the better.
Because with Sage Ryker, love might be more dangerous than hate.
168 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 9, 2021
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June 15, 2021
Nope.. the last part of this book didn’t make it better for me unfortunately.
July 5, 2022
Great college sports romance
Cute story, sometimes predictable and a little cliche. There were some errors and the book still needs some editing. Once grammar and punctuation errors correct, as well as a few story details which conflict each other, then it’s a really great, easy read. I found it hard to put down. I enjoyed the characters and their stories. I would like to have had more of their back stories slipped into conversations or thoughts, instead of their thoughts rambling on so much about present situations or circumstances.
One conflict: Rory’s mom in the beginning of the book on a phone call tells Rory she watches Sage on ESPN and to give him a chance, but then later in the story the mom acts like she doesn’t know who a Sage is and says that’s a strange name for a girl in a conversation at the bar. Sage isn’t a common name and as a mother, you bet mothers don’t forget any details in a daughter’s life. If the mom is following a famous athlete named Sage who may have a crush on her daughter, the mom won’t comment “that’s a strange name for a girl” when the daughter brings up the name Sage. The mom would respond, “Wait, are you talking about THE Sage.” and wouldn’t miss a beat in asking 100 questions.
Overall this is a very good book, worth reading if you like college sports romances. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
Cute story, sometimes predictable and a little cliche. There were some errors and the book still needs some editing. Once grammar and punctuation errors correct, as well as a few story details which conflict each other, then it’s a really great, easy read. I found it hard to put down. I enjoyed the characters and their stories. I would like to have had more of their back stories slipped into conversations or thoughts, instead of their thoughts rambling on so much about present situations or circumstances.
One conflict: Rory’s mom in the beginning of the book on a phone call tells Rory she watches Sage on ESPN and to give him a chance, but then later in the story the mom acts like she doesn’t know who a Sage is and says that’s a strange name for a girl in a conversation at the bar. Sage isn’t a common name and as a mother, you bet mothers don’t forget any details in a daughter’s life. If the mom is following a famous athlete named Sage who may have a crush on her daughter, the mom won’t comment “that’s a strange name for a girl” when the daughter brings up the name Sage. The mom would respond, “Wait, are you talking about THE Sage.” and wouldn’t miss a beat in asking 100 questions.
Overall this is a very good book, worth reading if you like college sports romances. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
March 15, 2021
Off Sides is about Rory and Sage. He’s a star athlete living the playboy life and she’s the one co-ed who just isn’t interested. They go from snarling enemies to tentative friends. And once they stop snipping at each other, the physical chemistry is too hard to resist and they become lovers. Although they realize this is more than a hookup and they care deeply for one another, things are not smooth sailing for the pair. His future in football and interference from their respective exes threaten to derail them. The story line was pretty well developed but I felt that some of the issues they faced were either dropped or were too easily resolved. The supporting characters (his roommates and his sister) were fun to read about.
Lyssa Lemire is a new to me author. I’m glad I took the chance to read this book and would recommend it to my friends.
Lyssa Lemire is a new to me author. I’m glad I took the chance to read this book and would recommend it to my friends.
December 16, 2021
👌👌
I could not find a good page to truly sink myself into, during the beginning stages of this novel. I like to imagine it in my mind as a movie as the pages turn; however, I never could find footing to actually get that started here with this story.
This novel had a lot of good moments, a lot of sweet moments; BUT it also had lot of just okay moments and just a sliver of the romance that the title implied. However, even though there were times when it would lull, I never pondered choosing another novel for immediately something would grab my attention again. There was always something slightly spicy or mysterious which would reel me back in to stick by the side of this author.
I could not find a good page to truly sink myself into, during the beginning stages of this novel. I like to imagine it in my mind as a movie as the pages turn; however, I never could find footing to actually get that started here with this story.
This novel had a lot of good moments, a lot of sweet moments; BUT it also had lot of just okay moments and just a sliver of the romance that the title implied. However, even though there were times when it would lull, I never pondered choosing another novel for immediately something would grab my attention again. There was always something slightly spicy or mysterious which would reel me back in to stick by the side of this author.
March 15, 2021
Loved it! The back and forth was very entertaining. Plus the cover is HOT!
Standalone with no cliffhangers.
Sage is the hot and rich football player on campus, but his life isn't all that it seems.
Rory thought that they had a connection at the end of freshman year, but he acts like it never happened. Now all he does it hit on her, she always gives a firm NO. She wants more then one night from men and he can't provide that.
A twist has them roommates, let the games begin.
This is a fun read with fun banter, romance, ex's, and real life decisions that are not easy to make.
Great job Lyssa.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Standalone with no cliffhangers.
Sage is the hot and rich football player on campus, but his life isn't all that it seems.
Rory thought that they had a connection at the end of freshman year, but he acts like it never happened. Now all he does it hit on her, she always gives a firm NO. She wants more then one night from men and he can't provide that.
A twist has them roommates, let the games begin.
This is a fun read with fun banter, romance, ex's, and real life decisions that are not easy to make.
Great job Lyssa.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 12, 2021
This was quite a cute enemies to lovers sports romance. Sage is totally in love with Rory but doesn’t realize it is love. Rory i s in love with Sage and thinks it’s disdain. The chemistry between them is steamy hot enough to melt your panties off. I love their banter and how great they fit together once they stop fighting. This story was entertaining and enjoyable to read.
I received a free advanced review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my fair and honest opinion.
I received a free advanced review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my fair and honest opinion.
March 12, 2021
This was my first read from this author. I absolutely loved the dual, first person point of view of the story. This is a deal breaker for me. I really liked Rory. Her pep talks she had with herself were hilarious. These two were adorable together.
It was a good read and I will read more from this author in the future.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
It was a good read and I will read more from this author in the future.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 13, 2021
Book one in the Kings of Campus series brings an intense enemies to lovers romance with strong , well developed characters and in interesting story line. The author brings the heat with their sizzling hot chemistry. She brings the story to life with the banter and arguments and paints her scenes vividly , moving the story fluidly.
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.
March 11, 2021
At first this book seemed very much like a few others I’ve read, so much so that I was starting to get a bit of deja vu.. but towards the latter half it started to get better.
Given that, it’s still well written and enjoyable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Given that, it’s still well written and enjoyable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 13, 2021
Not much substance
This is billed as an enemy to lovers sports romance. It didn't have much of either. They went from "enemies " to lovers so fast, my head is still spinning, as it did when the almost instaneous I love yous started to fly. The book needed more substance, more meat to it rather than the glanced over so called romance we were given.
This is billed as an enemy to lovers sports romance. It didn't have much of either. They went from "enemies " to lovers so fast, my head is still spinning, as it did when the almost instaneous I love yous started to fly. The book needed more substance, more meat to it rather than the glanced over so called romance we were given.
December 3, 2021
Overall excellent book!
The character development was absolutely amazing! Definitely a good book to read. If I have any criticism and why I didn’t give it 5 stars, is the ending comes very fast. I love a book that wraps up the story, but this ending jumped ahead way too much for me.
The character development was absolutely amazing! Definitely a good book to read. If I have any criticism and why I didn’t give it 5 stars, is the ending comes very fast. I love a book that wraps up the story, but this ending jumped ahead way too much for me.
January 16, 2022
Boring
This book never engaged me. I had to force myself to finish it. I like a plot that sucks me in right away. This one never did. It was extremely predictable and sometimes so cheesy I skipped over stuff. I read a book a day and I read every word. I just couldn't with this one. I wanted to like it but I just don't.
This book never engaged me. I had to force myself to finish it. I like a plot that sucks me in right away. This one never did. It was extremely predictable and sometimes so cheesy I skipped over stuff. I read a book a day and I read every word. I just couldn't with this one. I wanted to like it but I just don't.
March 11, 2021
This is the first book in the kings of campus series. This is a intense story. The storyline has drama conflict banter and Passion
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 7, 2022
Sorry but its just 2 stars for me... If i wanna read smt short I dont wanna read hundred and more pages about nothing..I want something impulse ad fast, this was slow burn and then last 40 pages or so was just quickened end, it feels unfinished to be true...
January 16, 2023
This was bland and boring. So many side plot points that added nothing to the book but word count, making it feel clunky and amature.
Like seriously, why was "Slippy" the dog introduced?
Another title I'm not sure why I finished, thank goodness it was less than an hour of my time.
Like seriously, why was "Slippy" the dog introduced?
Another title I'm not sure why I finished, thank goodness it was less than an hour of my time.
March 11, 2021
Good read
For a first-time author that I'm aware of. The story was well written, it flowed. Sage and Rory were a good couple.
For a first-time author that I'm aware of. The story was well written, it flowed. Sage and Rory were a good couple.
March 13, 2021
Enjoyed it
Good book, great characters, great story line. Numerous errors in grammar or spelling, I’d be happy to send over corrections ❤️
Good book, great characters, great story line. Numerous errors in grammar or spelling, I’d be happy to send over corrections ❤️
April 23, 2021
Ok but won't guve you the feels
Had a lot of potential and by the time I thought I story was finally starting I was already 60% in.
Had a lot of potential and by the time I thought I story was finally starting I was already 60% in.
August 31, 2021
3.5
It was cute. Felt like the ending was rushed.
It was cute. Felt like the ending was rushed.
September 28, 2021
Love this book
I love this book! I loved how the characters really pulled you in and made me want to take the day off to read! Can’t wait to read the third book in series.
I love this book! I loved how the characters really pulled you in and made me want to take the day off to read! Can’t wait to read the third book in series.
October 9, 2021
2.75 stars
January 14, 2022
Really liked the First 3/4. After that it felt a little rushed and If the author wanted to pack as many Problems in the book as possible before the HEA.
March 1, 2022
I gave up at like 30%. The author used the characters head space way too much. Too much thinking and not enough dialog or action/ description. Not my kinda book.
November 19, 2022
Not sure what to say. Did a lot of skimming at the beginning. The end and I live yours came out of no where. Jus not sure on this one. Really didn’t like Sage or his name
March 6, 2023
idk maybe because i’m 16 it’s a 4 for me
October 14, 2023
Focused heavily on the physical relationship DIDNT exactly showcase their relationship otherwise. It seemed to have happened overnight that they fell in love
December 30, 2023
pretty good
Rory and Sage were so good together, I really enjoyed their back and forth. The ending was a bit abrupt and left much to be desired. But overall I enjoyed this read.
Rory and Sage were so good together, I really enjoyed their back and forth. The ending was a bit abrupt and left much to be desired. But overall I enjoyed this read.
July 4, 2024
Love it!
Love these two. I love that she put him in his place over and over until they both had to finally give in. I love their story.
Love these two. I love that she put him in his place over and over until they both had to finally give in. I love their story.
July 17, 2024
Enemies with hot smexy tension…. !!
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