Tight End

Vegas Aces: The Tight End #5

by Lisa Suzanne

I knew playing with my feelings was a huge gamble with someone like him, but I did it anyway. And now I’ve learned the hard lesson that gambling and life in Vegas just aren’t for me.

I have a lot of decisions I need to make on my own, so I take a job that will allow me to relocate, regroup, and make new friends as I try to figure out what comes next for me.

One of those new friends is a hot former baseball player who is also my temporary new roommate. Even though I find myself attracted to him, I’m carrying too much weight from my past to move forward.

I need to find a way to move on from my tight end, and the only way to do that is to tell him the truth that will change both of our futures forever.


TIGHT END is the final book in the VEGAS ACES: THE TIGHT END series. This series must be read in order.

Genres: Sports Romance, Sports, Romance, Football, Contemporary Romance, Fake Dating, Contemporary

261 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 21, 2022

About the author

Lisa Suzanne is an Amazon Top Ten Bestselling author of swoon-worthy superstar heroes, emotional roller coasters, and all the angst. She resides in Arizona with her husband and two kids. When she's not chasing her kids, she can be found working on her latest romance book or watching reruns of Friends.

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Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 1 out of 5]

A LONG unrewarding ride

So I gave the other books 3 stars, reserving my actual feelings until the conclusion. And my feelings are this was a super long, super painful, kinda ridiculous ride that I would have never hung in for if all the books weren't already published and on KU.
There are multiple ridiculous plots and "twists" that I'm not sure if they're supposed to surprise us or not, but were SO painfully obvious that I wanted to grab a character or three and shake some common sense into them.
The whole ex and blackmail and stripper (and can we all say wtf at giving the girl who he's hooked up with multiple times and who made horrible, false accusations about him, a job with his wanna be woman's sil? I'm sorry, what? ) was just so convoluted, obvious and ridiculous that I honestly should have stopped reading then.
We get the hea, finally, when this really could have been all put into one book, or at least just two, but it was so long in the making and so unsatisfying (sure, wait a few months after you leave her high and dry and take horrible potshots you know will hurt her the most and then just say oh, yeah, I'm an idiot, sorry and everything is bam all better? Nope. I was rooting for Cooper) that you are left with a bad taste in your mouth when you realize all the time you put into this series for that disappointing ending.

[Elsa Gomes (BookishAurora) · Rating 4 out of 5]

➳ Rate: 4/ 5 stars

I knew the beginning of this book was not gonna be easy to read without tearing up, which I did. Reading about how both these two were hurt by what happened sucked. I felt for them, but I can't help but be disappointed in Ben for not just being honest instead of breaking things off with Kaylee. It sucked and it felt unnecessary. There was so much already at play, the breakup felt like something that just happened for the sake of more drama and it didn't really feel right.

Of course, that one thing lead to so much more happening in this book, not all bad. I loved the new character that was introduced, I hope we get to see more of him. I'm hoping Lisa has plans to tell his story. I really liked his and Kaylee's friendship, even though I didn't like how Kaylee used him to mess with Ben. Anywho, the whole move was important for Kaylee and her career. I'm glad she finally did something that was just hers. And the separation did help Ben figure some important things out by himself, which really helped Kaylee once she finally told him her news. That was such a good scene.

Lisa will make you hate some characters even more than before. I like how she answered some lingering questions and worked all those bad people out of the way, while also managing to somewhat redeem one of them. What I was also a little disappointed at was Ben's mother not appearing in this book. I would have liked to see them continuing to work towards a better relationship.

Overall, this was a sweet, heartwrenching, and lovely conclusion to this series! I love Kaylee and Ben's tumulous but fun and heartwarming journey. These two had my heart. I hope we get to see lots of them in the next series because I know there will be one. We haven't seen the last of the Vegas Aces.

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[Kelchickbooklover · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lisa does it yet again with her gripping storyline and characters that have you wanting more. She has me riding an emotional rollercoaster throughout this whole series. Ben and Kaylee's story was heartbreaking but definitely worth the read. With Tight End being the last book of the series, i was expecting twists and turns as well as a few heartbreaks for the characters and myself.

At the end of the previous book, things did not go as planned for their happy day. Kaylee was left heartbroken and alone. Why did Ben leave her? Can she get over what happened? When she decides to start her life over again but does it really? Can she forget about Ben? Will her new job and situation be fulfilling enough for her?

Ben was left with no other choice but to walk away. His life was turned upside down by the information that he found out. Will he be able to get his life back on track? Will the news of Kaylee leaving have him regretting his decisions? Can he get her back or is it too late? Will he listen to everyone's advice and accept their help or try and deal with everything on his own?

Tight End will have you sitting on the edge of your seat wondering if things will work out. I highly recommend this series as you will love Kaylee and Ben's story. The two of them go through so much together as well as in their past. The way that they got. together and hiding it from her family was perfect

[B.]

The Dalton Family Saga Comes To A Teary Conclusion! This Is A Sad Chapter In Ben & Kaylee’s Story – Their Romance Is Stamped Out Entirely When Ben Leaves Kaylee At The Altar. His Character Is Rather Weak & Inconsistent Here, But They Get Their HEA. Don’t Forget To Download The Free Bonus Epilogue Via The Link At The Back Of The Book!


ABOUT THE VEGAS ACES:

This is season three of the Vegas Aces franchise. While it is not necessary to have read seasons one or two first, it will add a lot to the experience. Luke, Jack, and Kaylee are siblings. They have a storied past and family drama that readers will appreciate knowing going into this new series. Jack is a year older than his brother Luke, and both have been playing football since they were small. They come from a football family. Kaylee is about a decade younger than her brothers and is a recent college grad. Their family has been through a lot of change as her story with her brothers’ friend Ben begins.

ABOUT THE VEGAS ACES, SEASON 1:

The Vegas Aces series (Season 1) includes:
1. Home Game
2. Long Game
3. Fair Game
4. Waiting Game
5. End Game

Vegas Aces is a series of quick reads that revolves around Luke Dalton, wide receiver for the Las Vegas-based Aces football team, and his best friend and fellow teammate’s little sister, Ellie Nolan. Book one of the series, Home Game, starts with a bang. It sets up the series and ends with an unexpected angsty twist, sure to have the reader ready to grab the next book of the series. Each subsequent book pulls the reader deeper into the mire that Luke finds himself embroiled in.

ABOUT THE VEGAS ACES, SEASON 2:

Vegas Aces: The Quarterback series (Season 2) includes:
1. Traded
2. Tackled
3. Timeout
4. Turnover
5. Touchdown

Vegas Aces: The Quarterback is a series of quick reads that revolves around Jack Dalton, new quarterback for the Las Vegas-based Aces pro football team, and school psychologist/nanny/behavior coach Kate Harmon. This series builds on the Dalton family, this time focusing on the league’s hottest quarterback. Jack and Kate have great chemistry in book one, but their paths cross during a tense time for Jack. When fate brings them together once again, they must find a way to bury their past and work side by side once Kate is hired by owner Calvin Bennett to help Jack stay out of trouble.

ABOUT THE VEGAS ACES, SEASON 3:

Vegas Aces: The Tight End series (Season 3) includes:
1. Tight Spot
2. Tight Hold
3. Tight Fit
4. Tight Laced
5. Tight End

Note that there is a free series prequel from Ben’s POV. The brief story shows his frame of mind in the year leading up to his story with Kaylee, beginning with the infamous trip to Honey’s strip club with Jack and Kate. Trouble: A Prequel Story, is available for download via the “freebies” section of the author’s website.

Vegas Aces: The Tight End is a series of quick reads that revolves around Ben Olson and Kaylee Dalton. Jack’s best friend Ben Olson was traded to the Aces a year ago also. Ben is Trouble with a capital T. He gets his own story with Jack and Luke’s little sister Kaylee in this age gap forbidden romance.

IN TIGHT SPOT, BOOK 1:

This book opens in the off-season, in roughly March or April. It is about a year and a half since the death of Mr. Dalton, and a little over a year after Jack and Kate began working together.

Kaylee Dalton, twenty-two, isn’t happy with the direction her life has taken, and yet she is at a loss as to what to do about it. She has long worked to bring her family together, and after fifteen years of separation, her efforts have finally paid off. With Jack being traded and joining Luke on the Aces last year, and their mother Carol moving down from Michigan, Kaylee decided to follow them all to Vegas after her college graduation. She is now a first-year middle school language arts teacher, and it turns out she picked the wrong career. She has a nice trust fund and doesn’t need the job, but she was raised with a good work ethic and doesn’t want to take the inheritance from her father for granted. She is living with Jack and Kate for now but has been dragging her feet to get a place of her own. Vegas just doesn’t feel like home to her. She has been slow to make friends, thanks in no small part to the shadow that she has long lived in.

Kaylee is eleven years younger than Jack and ten years younger than Luke. Her father had coached football, too, so her entire life has revolved around the game. With two successful pro football players for brothers, most people she meets are more interested in her brothers than her. It has made dating a real challenge. Kaylee wants to stand on her own. She wants to have relationships that are not influenced by the fact that she is a Dalton, but that is especially hard in Vegas. With her teaching career in question, she needs to figure out what she wants to do with her life and where she wants to go. She wants to find a purpose and have an impact. One thing she knows for certain, though, is that she will never date a football player.

Benjamin Joseph Olson, thirty-two, has put years into building his brand. He is always the life of the party, known for his crazy antics and his penchant for strip clubs. He doesn’t do relationships – he loves drinking, women, and having a good time. He has spent his career being traded from team to team. He met his best friend Jack years ago – they were together in San Diego. They both got traded to the Aces a year ago and helped bring their team a win at the Super Bowl this year. The win helped Ben secure a renewed contract for a second year on the team, but he knows the clock is ticking on his career. He has at least one more year left, but he doesn’t want to think about the future. He cannot picture what comes next because football is his life. He knows he wants to leave his mark when the time comes, but he hasn’t a clue how.

Ben is close with his father, who is retired and lives nearby. His relationship with his mother, however, is a little more complicated. She still lives in his hometown in Montana, where Ben owns a four hundred acre ranch. He enjoys spending time there each summer, but he could do without the drama that comes with running into his ex, Tatum. That hadn’t ended well, and a decade later, Ben hasn’t forgotten those hard-learned lessons. For ten years he has honed his image, and his sponsors have bought it up. But Ace’s owner Calvin Bennett’s concern is about public perception. Now that Jack has settled down, Calvin has turned his attention to Ben. With success comes responsibility, and he expects Ben to be a better role model. Ben loves his lifestyle and does not want to give it up. Once the season starts up, Ben feels his skills will keep him safe. In the meantime, though, Ben needs to avoid bad press.

After five months of attending Monday night Dalton family dinners, Ben has become much more friendly with Kaylee. With Jack and Luke engrossed with their sons, JJ and Nolan, Ben and Kaylee often end up paired together. Ben has known Kaylee since she was twelve, and he noticed that she was a woman when she turned seventeen. Even now she is too young for him, but when she starts flirting back, their relationship begins to change. He knows Jack will never forgive him if anything happens between them, yet that only makes him want her more. She doesn’t date football players and is just looking for some fun while she figures things out, so they both seem to be on the same page. They plan to keep things casual, but the forbidden nature of their relationship only adds fuel to the fire. This first installment of their story ends with a surprise cliffhanger. It is honestly a bit maddening, and if it weren’t for my faith in the author, I would honestly consider dropping the series here. For now, I suggest you hold on for the rocky ride.

IN TIGHT HOLD, BOOK 2:

This book picks up exactly where book one ended. It is just a few weeks until the end of the school year.

As this story opens, Ben puts his football skills to use when crazy Shannon attempts to blackmail him and Kaylee. He knows how to read a situation and is quick on his toes. They might have escaped Shannon’s blackmail for now, but there is no stopping the rumors of a fake relationship that soon follow. As a result, just as they step into the public eye, the couple must pause and reevaluate their plan.

Ben and Kaylee have just figured out what they hope to work on together – a kids’ fitness program. It incorporates their passions and allows them both to make their mark. And as Kaylee winds down her school year and embraces her family connections to begin a career as an influencer, she hopes to raise money for the cause. This triggers some competition between her and Ben, but all is in good fun. Their plans, however, are all up in the air as they try to find their way forward.

As things have the potential of getting more serious between the couple, even if only in the public eye, Ben’s fears begin to surface. All this is complicated beyond his control when someone from Kaylee’s past appears. Dane Parker had been Kaylee’s one love, the man she once thought she might marry. He had been a shoulder to cry on when her father died, but Kaylee ended their relationship after college graduation nearly a year ago. Like Ben, Dane didn’t share Kaylee’s dream of a big family, so their breakup was inevitable. Kaylee had no expectation of hearing from him again, so his sudden arrival in Vegas and his subsequent declaration of love takes her by surprise. Dane is ready to offer her everything she wants, while Ben is only offering to keep up appearances for the next five months. With the media’s new interest in Kaylee, things definitely get a little crazy. Ben and Kaylee’s future plans are up in the air as she sorts through what she wants, but Ben has some soul-searching of his own to do. Their story ends with a completely unpredictable twist that can take this story in a variety of directions.

IN TIGHT FIT, BOOK 3:

As this story opens, Ben and Kaylee find themselves in the ER. They are injured but fortunate that it was not worse. It is the last week of May. Kaylee wraps up the school year, and Ben has big plans to celebrate her last day. A few days later, following her twenty-third birthday, the pair decide to head out to Montana early for some R&R, leaving the city, the paparazzi, and the outside world behind. They are admittedly in love, but they are both acutely aware of the expiration date on the contract. Neither knows what will happen in October when they have to face reality. And the reality is that Kaylee has always dreamed of a big family, and Ben doesn’t see kids in his future. Montana gives them the time and space to consider the possibilities. It also sheds some light on Ben’s hang-ups. Kaylee gets to meet his mother and his ex, Tatum Richards. She also gets to meet Gramma Jean, whose words of wisdom cut to the chase. But all good things come to an end, and when they return to Vegas two weeks later for Jack and Kate’s wedding, the craziness resumes and the outside forces are ready to pounce. The story ends in a cliffhanger as yet another tabloid disaster breaks out.

IN TIGHT LACED, BOOK 4:

The story opens Friday, June 17, exactly where book three left off.

As this story opens, Ben, Kaylee, and Ellie have their work set out for them as they try to save Ben’s image and his career. It doesn’t look like an easy fix, but meanwhile, life goes on. Seeing Jack and Kate’s wedding through Kaylee’s eyes is neat, especially given her secret and very real relationship with Ben. The couple decides to go through with their own wedding during their month-long stay in Montana. The timing makes it a good PR move, but marriage might have been in the cards regardless. But problems begin to creep up for Ben anytime he sees his mom, and since his mom is getting married yet again, this visit is no exception. Ben’s mother and Tatum both want something from him, and he doesn’t want to fall into their trap. Kaylee has her own challenges as she tries to support Ben through it all. She is clearly not a welcome presence in town. The couple enjoys some good times with family at Ben’s home in between visits to town. There are some big surprises - both good and bad – as the story continues. Ben must face some truths he would rather avoid, but it is long overdue. Just as things finally seem to be falling into place, however, a new obstacle to Ben and Kaylee’s happiness presents itself. The story ends in a horrible cliffhanger.

IN THIS BOOK:

The story opens Saturday, July 3, exactly where book four left off.

As the story opens, all are miffed by Ben’s sudden disappearance minutes before he and Kaylee are to exchange vows. Eventually it becomes clear that there won’t be a wedding, so the festive mood and fun family vacation come to a sudden halt. Ben had decided to answer Tatum’s call instead of getting dressed for his wedding, and it sent him into a regression of sorts that did not make a lot of sense. Nevertheless, he created the mess and chose to handle it – or rather not really handle it – in seclusion.

Left at the altar, Kaylee realizes that her life is so entangled with Ben’s that she will have reminders of him everywhere in Vegas. The job offer that comes in the next day would take her to San Diego, and it is tempting. She is not sure that running away from her problems is the right answer, but she needs space to find her own way forward, and Vegas is simply too crowded. This is especially true when she follows up with her doctor about the suspected post-concussion syndrome that is behind her nausea. When Kaylee learns that she is pregnant, she knows the best thing she can do for Ben is to leave town. His stance against having children is bad enough, but Kaylee understands that much of it is linked to his fear of something happening during the pregnancy. To keep the news from Ben, she must also keep the secret from her own family.

Kaylee finds herself in San Diego just three days after being left at the altar. Her new job is interestingly with a company that works with kids in a very similar capacity to what she and Ben had envisioned doing after his retirement. And her new co-programming director and temporary roommate happens to be the newly-retired celebrity hottie and former Dodger, baseball’s Cooper Noah. The thirty-one-year-old also happens to be nursing a broken heart, so he and Kaylee have much in common. They get along exceedingly well, and he becomes her new confidante. There might be a little attraction there, too.

Ben spends the few weeks before training camp begins mostly pouting and avoiding reality. He allowed himself to get swallowed up in something, and yet he can hardly be bothered to address it. Gramma is a great sounding board, and he appears to finally be stepping up when he heads back to Vegas. You might think he is returning to take care of business, but instead he keeps coming to the same conclusions only to find more excuses.

The couple faces heartbreak as they try to move on. They have their struggles, but they eventually find a happy ending.

Don’t forget to download the free bonus epilogue via the link at the back of the book. It hints at the next book in the Vegas Aces world.

Okay. First, I really enjoyed Ben and Kaylee. I enjoyed the first three books in this series, but just as in book four, I found myself very disappointed in Ben here. His character really dropped in my eyes. Kaylee even bothered me here. I am not one to verbally scold characters, but it was a rather frequent thing I found myself doing in both books four and five. I wanted to know why Ben never picked up the phone and involved his attorney or his publicist or the Aces owner when trouble came his way. He just sat on it. It was not the first time he faced difficulty because of his celebrity status, and he his actions made no sense to me. He also had a rather large group to lean on for support, yet he again chose not to. And the whole ‘not good enough’ mantra kept playing on repeat even when he had supposedly learned and moved on. Every time he decided to try and get his life back, he did not. It felt contrived rather than true to Ben’s character. He could have married Kaylee as planned, or at the very least delay and fill her in on why. His answering Tatum’s call before the wedding was also odd. I did not like him here. Nevertheless, I was thrilled to see them get their happy ending.

This is the third series in this franchise, and even in books one through three, the format seemed to be getting a bit stale. The many cliffhangers that a five-part series calls for tend to get a too dramatic and feel too similar as the franchise branches out with new couples. In this series they weren’t that creative. It felt as if the Vegas Aces franchise might be coming to a natural conclusion with the three Dalton children married off. Prior to Ben and Kaylee’s story coming out, I had hoped to see Tristan divorced from Luke and Jack’s wicked ex and for him to find an HEA. I have since changed my mind for the reasons noted above. As it turns out, there will indeed be a fourth series in this franchise, for better or for worse.

Watch for season four of the Vegas Aces franchise. Rookie Tristan Higgins, twenty-four, gets his HEA next. He is trying to divorce Savannah, who is not making things easy for him. It looks like he will be heading home for the off-season – back to rural Iowa where he lost his chance with the girl next door. Book one, Rookie Mistake, is coming soon. Expect to see Ben to throw a rager for Tristan to celebrate his divorce when it goes through, something that is sure to lead to one of those wicked cliffhangers.

The Dalton family saga comes to a teary conclusion. This is a sad chapter in Ben and Kaylee’s story. Their romance is stamped out entirely when Ben leaves Kaylee at the altar. They both struggle as they try to move on, but there is a serious conversation they need to have sooner or later – Kaylee cannot hide her condition indefinitely. She always wanted children but never pictured being a single mom, and for his part, Ben never pictured being a dad. His character is rather weak and inconsistent here. It is not a recipe for a happy ending, but in the end they pull through. The plot is somewhat complex. The characters are a bit all over the place here, Ben in particular. It does occasionally feel a little repetitive or wishy-washy. The story is written in first person. The POV alternates between Ben and Kaylee. I rate this book four stars.

I received an advance copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[B. C. Booklover · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Vegas Aces couple became the one that captured my heart more than the others, but also had me tied up in knots through a good part of this book. What else would I expect from this talented author and one of my favorite queens of angst, Lisa Suzanne. With her stomach dropping twists and turns, there is never a dull moment on the rollercoaster ride her stories can take you on and for me- willingly buckled in tight, no matter what.

Despite their collective fears- him, was he really good enough to deserve her sweet love and her, was she willing to give up her lifelong dream for a forever with him, Kaylee and Ben had decided their love was worth standing up for, vanquishing whatever barriers that stood in their way.

That's what I had to keep on reminding myself as I contemplated the one burning question left in everyone's mind at the end of book 4, Tight Laced and only the Q of A knew what the outcome of this soul crushing cliffie was going to be. What was in store for Kaylee and Ben when their future looked so bleak? Only time would tell, but oh my aching heart as I read on to discover the answers. There were a few outstanding monkey wrenches being tossed around and I wondered what kind of damage they would do  if one of them hit its mark.

One of my favorite secondary characters throughout this series was Ben's sassy gramma. She was one of the stars of their story and I loved the wit and wisdom she snunk in whenever and wherever it was needed. Ben's Dad flew under the radar with his quiet way and gentle presence and was another character I enjoyed in this story. He always knew when Ben needed him and when to back off so he could figure things out his own way as well. Those villains you loved to hate? Well, stay tuned and get ready to jump for joy as they go down hard for their many sins. Revenge is sweet and so much fun to watch! Were you looking for touching moments, shockers and drama? They're here too, waiting to give you thrills and chills as Ben and Kaylee find their way to a happily ever after in this intensely emotional final book.

I can only hope that Lisa Suzanne writes more in her Vegas Aces series so I can return to to this world and watch this wonderfully entertaining extended Dalton family continue to grow and delight readers with their shenanigans, humor and love for each other. How lucky I felt to be given an early copy of this final book to read and review.

[Doris · Rating 5 out of 5]

If I Could More Than 5* I Would!!!

Outstanding!!! Not only is the final book in the The Vegas Aces: Tight End series but the whole series was phenomenal. I highly applaud Ms. Suzanne’s ability to write a book(s) where I felt invested in her characters. It was done with steam, betrayal, drama and humor thrown in at just the right times. With Tight End we get the ending were all hoping for but it was definitely a bumpy ride achieving this.

I don’t want to give anything away so I’ll keep this short and sweet…You NEED to read this series. Just a warning though…you should set some time aside because once you start any of these books you won’t be able to put them down. They were all 5+ stars for me.

[Closet Romance Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an amazing roller coaster ride!! Oh my heart!! Tight End was the fifth and final book in Lisa’s Vegas Aced: The Tight End Series and must be read in order. It was full of heartbreak and love, and had all the angst!

Just when Kaylee and Ben thought they had it all, life came crashing down. She knew she needed to make a hard decision but would she be able to do it? Leaving meant starting over but how could she stay?

Oh my heart!! I was on the edge of my seat this entire series and loved every minute. Kaylee and Ben had such a connection and it broke my heart to see them hurting. This book had all the emotions and could not have had a better ending!!

[Julie Booklover · Rating 5 out of 5]

Based on the previous four books, I knew going in to brace myself for a roller coaster. We pick up at the wedding. but our groom has runoff. We should not be surprised, Kaylee and Ben have not had an easy go at this “relationship”. The lies, secrets, betrayal, drama, and disappointments just keep piling up. Kaylee needs to make a tough decision for her future.

I wanted to savor this last book, but it was over before I was ready. Ben & Kaylee have been one of my favorite couples by this author. Waiting until the next series becomes available to see how invested, I become in those characters.

Thank you to the Author for the advanced copy; this is my voluntary review.

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Y'all, we've been waiting AGES for this last book on the topsy-turvy death roll ride that is Ben and Kaylee and the relationship that wasn't but was..or is...or could be? I loved seeing how much both Kaylee and Ben matured over the course of the series, and how much they realized their feelings ran deeper than they expected. Of course there's still gonna be some kind of drama trying to keep them apart, and while I couldn't wait to see these two finally get their HEA, I was all in for that last little bit of drama.

[Becky Claxon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ms. Suzanne has such a way of telling her stories that you can’t put the book down once you start reading. I was so glad to get my hands on the 5th book in this series to see what happens with Ben and Kaylee. You have to read this book if you have read the previous books. We learn why Ben didn’t show up for his wedding. I was getting so upset of how he was letting others manipulate him. I was so heartbroken when Kaylee decided she needed to leave Las Vegas before Ben go back. He had stayed in Montana trying to straighten out his life. I loved his Gramma! This gave Kaylee time to find a new job in San Diego and leave. Her new job included a hot ex-baseball player. It was nice how they supported each other. Kaylee was keeping something from Ben and her family and having a hard time trying to decide when to tell them. You have to read the book to see how it ends. You will love it! I was given a copy and voluntarily wrote a review.

[Citra · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.99

Fairly average ending for all the built up drama. I loved the reconciliation between the two MC but the drama was just a bit ridiculous and not realistic and over the top.

[Smashlybookalicousreviewingchicks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tight End is the final book in the series and all must be read in order as each book picks up from the ending of the prior book. Ben and Kaylee's story continues to wreck havoc on their lives and it almost seems like everyone will find a way to break it down. We continue to see more unexpected twists and plots that merge (oh my!)Kaylee is in a tough spot and decides a change of scenery is needed and will help her career. Ben is in a Tighter spot as Kaylee has no clue his actions were protecting her. Should he have manned up and just told her, maybe, but we all know men are a little slower at their actions. I will say what he discovered may not have occurred though if he told her right away. It's an opinion as you read the story. I love how jealous he felt when she was out of town cause he should know that pictures and hashtags can be deceiving. This was a great way to end the story and you get a double whamming with their relationship. All I am saying is to avoid spoilers. I highly recommend this series or any series by this author. 

[Leah Dynes · Rating 4 out of 5]

A roller coaster series that ends with a bang! This was a fun, crazy ride, and I’d definitely recommend it.

[SmexyReadingMama · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vegas Aces Series by Lisa Suzanne. 

Book 1 Tight Spot is about Ben Olson, a tight end for the Vegas Aces, and Kaylee Dalton, sister of Luke and Jack Dalton. This book offers age-gap, bf's little sister, a secret fake relationship, and sports romance w/plot twists. Ben is a 32 year old bachelor who likes having fun and getting into trouble. Kaylee is a 22 year old and is working her first year as a middle school teacher at a job she does not like and wondering what to do with her life. This book ends in a cliffhanger. 

In Tight Hold, book 2 things are heating up like wildfire between the football player and the little sister picks up where book 1 left off. Ben and Kaylee are burning up the pages and the sheets with their 'fake' relationship, which is getting more real by the minute. They're keeping the true nature of their growing feelings under wraps for family and friends but all bets are off as they play the publicity game for the benefit of.

Ben's quick thinking solved the messy problem that was left at the end of book 1but that was NOT the end of the challenges coming their way. 

The plot thickens and the steamy heat rises as Ben- that dirty talking, sexy hunk of a man, is feeling more than he wants to for sweet Kaylee and she is having a hard time resisting the constant pull of her attraction to him. Things come to a dramatic head at the end of Tight Hold, with the angsty kind of twists I've come to expect from Lisa Suzanne.  

Tight Fit, book 3 picks up where book 2 left off. Ben and Kaylee find themselves in the ER after an incident that injured them but fortunately it was not worse. Kaylee wraps up the school year, and Ben has big plans to celebrate her last day. A few days later, following her 23rd birthday, the pair decided to head to Montana early for some rest and to escape the paparazzi, and the outside world behind. They are admittedly in love, but they are both acutely aware of the expiration date on the contract.  Montana gives them the time and space to consider the possibilities. It also sheds some light on Ben’s hang-ups. Kaylee gets to meet his mother and his ex who in turn stirs up some shit.  But all good things come to an end, and when they return to Vegas two weeks later for Jack and Kate’s wedding, the craziness resumes and the outside forces are ready to pounce. The story ends in a cliffhanger as yet another tabloid disaster break out.

In Tight Laced book 4 picks up exactly where book three left off. As this story opens, Ben, Kaylee, and Ellie have their work set out for them as they try to save Ben’s image and his career. Seeing Jack and Kate’s wedding through Kaylee’s eyes is great especially given her secret and very real relationship with Ben. The couple decides to go through with their own wedding during their month-long stay in Montana. The timing makes it a good PR move, but marriage might have been in the cards regardless. But problems begin to creep up for Ben everytime he sees his mom.  The couple enjoys some good times with family at Ben’s home in between visits to town. Just as things finally seem to be falling into place, however, a new obstacle to Ben and Kaylee’s happiness presents itself. The story ends in a terrible cliffhanger.

Tight End picks up where book 4 left off. Eveyone is mad about Ben’s sudden disappearance minutes before he and Kaylee are to exchange vows. Eventually it becomes clear that there won’t be a wedding, so the festive mood and fun family vacation come to a sudden halt. Ben decided to answer Tatum’s call instead of getting dressed for his wedding which sent him into a regression.

Left at the altar, Kaylee realizes that her life is so entangled with Ben’s that she will have reminders of him everywhere in Vegas. She tskes a job in San Diego to put space between her and everyone. When Kaylee learns that she is pregnant, she knows the best thing she can do for Ben is to leave town knowing his stance against having children is bad enough, but Kaylee understands that much of it is linked to his fear of something happening during the pregnancy. To keep the news from Ben, she must also keep the secret from her own family.

The couple faces heartbreak as they try to move on. They have their struggles, but they eventually find a happy ending. Overall, this was a sweet, heartwrenching, and happy conclusion to this series! I love Kaylee and Ben's tumulous but fun and heartwarming journey. These two had my heart. I hope we get to see lots of them in the next series because I know there will be one. Hope we haven't seen the last of the Vegas Aces.

Thank you to Lisa Suzanne and Valentine PR for the ALC in exchange for my honest review. 

Narrated by: @carlyrobinsnarrator & Nelson Hobbs did a fabulous job bringing life to the characters. 

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

“…you can’t let the fear of what could happen allow you to make nothing happen.”

The minute Tight End hit my kindle, I dropped everything to read the conclusion to Ben and Kaylee’s story and I did not stop until I reached the end. I have been so invested in this couple. The story picks up immediately where we left off and our characters are at a crossroads that leads them down separate paths.

“It’s her. It’s been her since the moment I first allowed myself a tiny touch, and every moment we shared since then has only confirmed it.”

I feel like Kaylee finally came into her own. She became more independent and was able to distance herself from both Ben and her family. This allowed her to grow and realize what she needed in order to truly make her happy.

“I’ve grown, and I’ve learned, and I think I even want the sort of future she wants even though I know I’ll never be good enough for her.”

Ben had his own epiphanies while living without Kaylee. He had to face his feelings and make a choice about what was important to him.

“She’s giving me everything I never knew I wanted. Everything I was too damn scared to want.”

I’ll admit that I was a bit frustrated with both Kaylee and Ben at times. I just wanted them to talk to each other and be open and honest about their feelings and what was going on in their lives, but I think they both needed the time apart to realize how strong their bond was.

All in all, this was a heartfelt, emotional and beautiful conclusion to Kaylee and Ben’s story. The epilogue was absolutely swoonworthy! I can’t wait for the next story in the Vegas Aces series plus I would love to read a certain baseball player’s story.

[Angela's Book Addiction · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tight End (Vegas Aces: The Tight End #5) by Lisa Suzanne is part five of a contemporary sports romance serial and the conclusion of the story. Told in first person dual POV, this installment includes the following tropes: age gap, brother’s best friend/best friend’s sister, and fake relationship.

This book picks up where the previous one ended: It’s Ben and Kaylee’s wedding day, but he took off after receiving a phone call from Tatum. He didn’t tell anyone where he was going, and he’s not answering his phone. Kaylee is trying to remain hopeful, thinking there must be a reasonable explanation for why Ben left her at the altar—something must have happened—and when he comes back, everything will be okay and they’ll get married as planned.

But when Ben returns, he breaks up with her. Determined to move on, Kaylee relocates to San Diego after accepting a job offer, and she finally sees a doctor about her symptoms. Ben attempts to free himself of Tatum and her blackmail schemes once and for all, and decides to win Kaylee back. Can Kaylee forgive Ben for leaving her at the altar? Will Ben ever truly be free of Tatum? And what’s been happening with Kaylee’s health? Is it too late for Ben and Kaylee to reconcile?

I loved the fifth and final installment of Ben and Kaylee’s story! There are still some twists and turns in this book, but all the questions set up in the previous ones are finally answered, and all loose ends are tied up as Kaylee and Ben reach their hard-fought and long-awaited happy ending. This is such a fun series, and the ending did not disappoint! I’m looking forward to Tristan’s story in the next season of the Vegas Aces.

*** I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. ***

[Nicola · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tight End is the fifth and final book in Lisa Suzanne's incredibly addictive Vegas Aces: The Tight End series and we finally find out if there is a happily ever after in store for Ben and Kaylee.
Tight End picks up where Tight Laced left us with that heart-breaking ending and before picking up this book, I knew things were going to be tough but I wasn't expecting my heart being torn to shreds over and over again.
Throughout this series we've seen Ben and Kaylee struggling to decipher what's real and what's for the benefit of their fake relationship arrangement, then their relationship turning into something incredible neither of them saw coming. But with any relationship there is obstacles to overcome; a jealous ex, different ideas of what they want for their futures and family expectations. But no matter what has been thrown at them in the previous books in this series they've been able to overcome it.
But with how Tight Laced ended and the reasoning behind it all explained in Tight End, is there any way that Ben and Kaylee can ever have a future together? And when even more obstacles/surprises are sent their way, can they tackle them together or will the things that happened in the past be too hard to forget and overcome?
Read Tight End now to find out!
I absolutely LOVED Tight End and the whole series. It's the same with every book of Lisa's, I cannot put them down and I'm left thinking about them long after I'm finished!
This series is incredible Lisa Suzanne should be very proud of herself and even though I'm a little sad this is the end of Ben and Kaylee's books I'm excited to see what Lisa does next!
I received an arc of Tight End and I am voluntarily leaving my review.

[Claudia Pinillos · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't know what it is that Lisa does with these series that make me sit on the edge of my seat between installments ready to devour every bit, and also, make me want to slow down and savor every second of the last part because I just don't want it to be over. I love these Vegas Aces books so much and this series was definitely my fave. I've said it before, but there's just something about Ben and Kaylee, I adore them.

So, walking into the fifth book there's definitely a ton of uncertainty around Ben and Kaylee's relationship. We're not sure where the story is going to go and I'm really happy that it works out the way it does. I mean, it obviously sucks, but I think it really does help both Ben and Kaylee get to a better starting point for their future. They both go through changes in this time and I definitely think once their HEA comes, they're both more ready for it. I love that Ben comes to these conclusions about his love for Kaylee and what he sees in his future on his own, not just for his sake, but because that way Kaylee knows that he's not just doing these things or saying these things for her, he truly wants this life with her. I just love them so much and watching them go through all the drama is worth it once we see them happy in the end.

If you haven't read any of these books yet, I suggest bingeing them all at once. Once you start, you definitely will not want to stop.

[Eileen (Bangor Belles) Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

The 5th and final book in Ben and Kaylee's story. We have had everything, Betrayal, drama, humour, hot n steamy and Love, but this last book just made all the angst and emotional torment all worth while !!!!!

Kaylee has been left reeling from Bens actions in the last book, and now she just needs to get away, to try to heal and repair herself.
My heart was crushed for her, but her strength left me in awe. Although broken to pieces on the inside, Kaylee has something to keep her from drowning and she's determined to to rebuild.
Ben who i wanted to slap so hard in the last book, finally reveals his reasons, and i have to admit i still wanted to slap him !!! How could he? When deep down he knew he had people who loved him and would see him through anything and stand by his side, especially Kaylee. But men being men !! Right? He got it all wrong and now has to find a way to fix "IT"

As expected this author will test your heart and your emotions to the limit, I am not ashamed to admit to my ugly crying !!!!!!! But this is why i have loved this series and this book. My heart and emotions were all in with this couple, and I felt every laugh and giggle. I winced and every crack to my heart, and endured every and all the smiles, laughs and tears, with their beautiful story of Love, Family, and Hope !! The important things in life that we all want to embrace us !

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vegas Aces: The Tight End #5

Picking up where we ended, the wedding day: Ben has left without talking to Kaylee after getting a call from Tatum. No one knows why he left or where he was headed. Kaylee thinks he just took off for a couple of hours but when he doesn't return right away she's crushed. Hours later he returns and breaks up with Kaylee but not telling her where he went. Kaylee can't be around everyone and moves to San Diego and gets a new job and a roommate who is a former baseball player and is pretty hot. But even after weeks from the concussion she got, she still isn't feeling well and goes to see a doctor.
Ben has gone back to Montana and is dealing with Tatum and the havoc she has caused. He's also learning things about his business and best friend and it's not all good. Once he thinks he has a handle on it all he wants to fight to get Kaylee back.
All the questions will be answered in this book. As usual Lisa takes you on a roller coaster ride with some twists and turns that rips your heart in two! But oh what a ride it is! Loved the bonus epilogue!
I'm looking forward to Tristan's story but would also like to see one on Cooper Noah.

"Life is a series of choices. Some are made for us, while we have some control over others. I can't control this one, but I can control what comes next."
Loved this!

5 stars

[Lynn Reynolds · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating: 4.5 Stars

It was hard to believe that this is the end of The Tight End series. The beginning was painful to read. Your heart will hurt because of Kaylee’s emotions that fly off the pages. Ben’s current situation made for perfect soap opera drama. But then I came across a twist that made me wonder if it would be better as a nighttime series.

Another reason that I found it hard to believe was because the author made it very hard to like Ben in this one – couldn't even feel sorry for him. She took a big chance on doing that but it paid off in the end. I had no choice but to keep turning the page especially since I became very invested in our couple.

By the time you get to this book, you have to realize all the stories build on what came before. All the characters are important even though some of them are no more than a supporting cast. It was nice to see Ben get his lightbulb moment and realize he has what he never knew he wanted. I almost marked this down because of how Ben had me feeling but the author’s creativity won out and I got the ending that I was hoping for. The author also created a couple characters that had me wondering if I was looking at the beginning of their story – only time will tell.

I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I couldn't wait for this final book in the series. It did not disappoint!
I was very anxious to find out why Ben did what he at the end of book 4 and how he was going to rectify his mistake. It was a big one and was going to take a lot of work and groveling on his part. As Ben is dealing with his ex and his best friend, Kaylee gets some news that she feels will drive Ben away even more if he finds out. Ben, with the wise words from his gradma, finally confronts his ex and finds out that she is not the only one from his past that has betrayed him. He takes care of this quickly, but still needs to figure out how to get Kaylee back.
Kaylee decides to take a job in San Deigo, so that she can get away from Ben and also not have her family find out her secret. She makes a new friend their in the form of her new co-worker and roommate. Ben finds out by way of an IG post and thinks that the new co-worker and Kaylee are dating. He doesn't let that get him down and decides that he needs to create a grand gesture to Kaylee. How Ben pours his heart out to Kaylee is amazing and she tells him the secret she has been keeping. An heartfelt end to The Vegas Aces Tight End series!!!

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

The final book in Ben and Kaylee's story did not disappoint!! My emotions were all over the place - angry, sad, happy, mad......seriously, Lisa Suzanne put us through the ringer with the final installment of Ben and Kaylee's story.....but I truly could not imagine it any other way! These two truly went through so much together - some things were self-inflicted, others were out of their control - and their happily ever after was so deserved.

I will say, I wish Ben could have just been honest from the beginning, and not put Kaylee what he did with not showing up to their wedding. She sacrificed so much for him, and I hated how broken she was after that. Now, I get why it was done, as it truly was the catalyst to tie up some loose ends, as well as helping to throw another curve ball in their relationship (which Lisa, please.....we NEED his story!). But, it just broke my heart - even though I knew things would eventually work out.

So glad there are other stories still waiting to be told in this world, as I'm not ready to leave this world behind. So excited for who is next, as he truly does need love after what he's been through.

[Read.Review.Repeat Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

"I’m happy that the last installment of Ben & Kaylee’s series is practically a full length novel. It answered so many questions that were still waiting to be answered and I definitely got closure as all loose ends were resolved. Well except for maybe one. Tatum!!
So much happens in this story and we were introduced to a wonderful character - Cooper. I really do hope there is a book featuring him in the not too distant future. I really enjoyed what he brought to this book and what bits were revealed about him I honestly think he deserves some happiness.
Great storytelling as I have come to expect from Lisa and I I know I will definitely read the next books to come - cliffhangers and all.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book." ~Sharon


"Aww, Kaylee and Ben's HEA made me happy but it was touch and go for a while. I felt a little bad for Ben being so trusting but I am glad he opted for a grand gesture to get Kaylee back, the babies were just a bonus because we all knew Ben would be wrapped around their fingers at first glance.
I am excited for another season of Aces so I can get glimpses of the Dalton/Olson families. " ~Cindy

[Mommy’s Book Escape · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lisa has done it again. Tight End is the perfect way to end Kaylee and Ben’s story. This book has everything, every emotion you can think of. Love, anger, betrayal, and personal insecurities. The growth of Kaylee and Ben as individuals shows the depths of how great Lisa is at developing relatable and likable characters. The truth comes out with some unexpected plot twists that help create the back and present stories of both Kaylee and Ben. The combination of her character and plot developments, Lisa has once again written another must read series.
Vegas Aces: The Tight End is definitely a must read addition to the Vegas Aces football team. Each series set within the Vegas Aces focuses on one player and can be read separately but I highly recommend starting with the first series starting with:

Vegas Aces (Luke Dalton and Ellie)

Vegas Aces: The Quarterback (Jack Dalton and Kate)

Vegas Aces: The Tight End (Ben Olson and Kaylee Dalton)

I received an advance copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine and were not influenced by the author or her promotional team.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lisa has done it again. Tight End is the perfect way to end Kaylee and Ben’s story. This book has everything, every emotion you can think of. Love, anger, betrayal, and personal insecurities. The growth of Kaylee and Ben as individuals shows the depths of how great Lisa is at developing relatable and likable characters. The truth comes out with some unexpected plot twists that help create the back and present stories of both Kaylee and Ben. The combination of her character and plot developments, Lisa has once again written another must read series.
Vegas Aces: The Tight End is definitely a must read addition to the Vegas Aces football team. Each series set within the Vegas Aces focuses on one player and can be read separately but I highly recommend starting with the first series starting with:

Vegas Aces (Luke Dalton and Ellie)

Vegas Aces: The Quarterback (Jack Dalton and Kate)

Vegas Aces: The Tight End (Ben Olson and Kaylee Dalton)

I received an advance copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine and were not influenced by the author or her promotional team.

[Lenalee N. · Rating 5 out of 5]

At the end of Tight Laced, Ben has left before his wedding to Kaylee; we know there's a reason related to Tatum, but no one else in their families knows why. Tight End answers a few questions we've had throughout the past couple of books regarding situations in which our characters have found themselves (namely, the cause of Kaylee's ongoing nausea and fatigue) and people (yes, Craig. . . we're looking at you), and it is heartbreaking to watch Ben and Kaylee spend most of this book apart. However, the journey that Ben in particular takes during this separation from Peaches ends up being one of self-discovery; he finally learns who he is, why he acts the way he does, and what he needs to do to become the man he needs to be for Kaylee. We know from the first page of the first book that they'll get their HEA at the end of the fifth book, but the road that they take to get there makes that HEA so very sweet. Oh, and expect to fall in love with another character or two as you make your way to that HEA!

[Jenn · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's here! The gripping conclusion to Ben and Kaylee's story and it is everything. This series had to be read in order but finally the HEA I know I've been rooting for is found.

Lisa did me wrong with the way that Tight Hold, book 4, ended. Nothing up to that point had shaken Ben and Kaylee's relationship but I ended in panic mode with that book. Those feeling were amped up with the first couple chapters of this book and I swear I didn't come down until I was about 75% in and the light was finally starting to peek through the darkness at the end of the tunnel.

I circled all the emotions with both Ben and Kaylee in this last part of their saga. I felt the anxiety and desperation coming in waves off them both as well as jealousy, fear and heartbreak mixed with a resignation and cloud of depression. Tight End hits all the feels where most of the other books in this series were more hopeful and lighthearted despite all the craziness attacking these two at all angles. While this book is heavier it still does have those moments of humor woven in that make Ben and Kaylee exactly who they are.

There is a surprise to the story that while I had an inkling it was coming- as Lisa dropped some hints for a while now- she still managed to make that surprise a little shocking. And I cannot love Ben's grand gesture moment for winning Kaylee back any more than I do. It was so perfect for them.

I'm so excited to see what kind of drama and mischief Lisa comes up with for the next Vegas Aces hero!

[Patricia Spalinger · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tight End is the completion of the Vegas Aces: Tight End Series by Lisa Suzanne. This book, like the rest, takes you on an emotional roller coaster of Biblical proportions. We finally find out where Ben went, why he doesn’t answer his phone and what Kaylee does in response to her broken heart.

Hold onto to your books and ireaders though, because you are going to want to throw them multiple times throughout this book. As is typical in Lisa’s books, just when you think you know where things are going, another twist comes in and you are left dumbfounded as to what happens next.

In this final book to Ben and Kaylee’s story, we not only see growth in Ben, but Kaylee as well and we find out that when you truly are meant for someone, once you set them free, they find their way back to you. Have a box of tissue handy as you read, because you are going to need them. Oh – I highly suggest not having liquid in your mouth as you read, unless you want to spray your book.

This is another 5-star read in her Vegas Aces series and I cannot wait to see where she takes us next!

[Charlotte reddy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A bit about this book: she knew playing with her feelings was a huge gamble with someone like him, but she did it anyway. And now she has learned the hard lesson that gambling and life in Vegas just aren't for her. She has a lot of decisions she needs to make on her own, so she takes a job that will allow her to relocate, regroup, and make new friends as she tries to figure out what comes next for her .

I have absolutely loved every minute of this series after starting it a couple of days ago.I’m so sad it’s over:(

I knew the beginning of this book was not gonna be easy to read without tearing up, which I did. Reading about how both these two were hurt by what happened sucked.

Lisa will make you hate some characters even more than before. I like how she answered some lingering questions and worked all those bad people out of the way, while also managing to somewhat redeem one of them.

Overall, this was a sweet, heartwrenching, and lovely conclusion to this series! I love Kaylee and Ben's tumulous but fun and heartwarming journey. These two have my heart.