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Sarasota Sharks #3
Scoring the Boss
(Alternate cover edition of ASIN B09TWQ25BP.)
He negotiates contracts. She runs numbers. But when they're left alone, will late nights in the office ignite forbidden flames?
Archer
In three years, I've poured my heart and soul into the Sarasota Sharks. My goal? To make them winners in all respects of the word. Now my mission's accomplished, the team and staff respect me, and not because my father owns the team.
Sounds great, right? But what do I do now? I have no personal life, and after my last horrifically failed relationship, I am not looking to strike-out. My hearts only got one last chance at swinging for love and I'm not ready to miss.
But then SHE walked in.
She struck me straight in the heart the moment I saw her. For the first time I am feeling things I thought I'd never feel again, she stirs passion deep in me and more. She reads me like a pitcher just waiting to make me walk. Her glances, her sarcasm, all her spark and moxie. It's enough to drive a man to madness.
The problem? She came in for an interview and now she works for me. And like an idiot, I made the rule - no boss/employee relationships. Well, it seemed like a good idea at the time.
Managing a professional baseball organization is a piece of cake. But controlling my feelings for her is proving to be the most difficult task on my to-do list.
Playing by the rules has always been my mantra, but what am I to do?
Play by the rules and lose out on my last chance at bat.
Or do I risk it all and go for that home run to love?
*If you like steamy forbidden romances, Archer will melt more than your heart when he hires Megan as his Finance Manager. Megan is a whizz with numbers, but she knows how to stoke those fires blazing in their souls.
This series should be read in order. Each couple has their own HEA but you learn background on the side characters that's important when they star in their own book.
He negotiates contracts. She runs numbers. But when they're left alone, will late nights in the office ignite forbidden flames?
Archer
In three years, I've poured my heart and soul into the Sarasota Sharks. My goal? To make them winners in all respects of the word. Now my mission's accomplished, the team and staff respect me, and not because my father owns the team.
Sounds great, right? But what do I do now? I have no personal life, and after my last horrifically failed relationship, I am not looking to strike-out. My hearts only got one last chance at swinging for love and I'm not ready to miss.
But then SHE walked in.
She struck me straight in the heart the moment I saw her. For the first time I am feeling things I thought I'd never feel again, she stirs passion deep in me and more. She reads me like a pitcher just waiting to make me walk. Her glances, her sarcasm, all her spark and moxie. It's enough to drive a man to madness.
The problem? She came in for an interview and now she works for me. And like an idiot, I made the rule - no boss/employee relationships. Well, it seemed like a good idea at the time.
Managing a professional baseball organization is a piece of cake. But controlling my feelings for her is proving to be the most difficult task on my to-do list.
Playing by the rules has always been my mantra, but what am I to do?
Play by the rules and lose out on my last chance at bat.
Or do I risk it all and go for that home run to love?
*If you like steamy forbidden romances, Archer will melt more than your heart when he hires Megan as his Finance Manager. Megan is a whizz with numbers, but she knows how to stoke those fires blazing in their souls.
This series should be read in order. Each couple has their own HEA but you learn background on the side characters that's important when they star in their own book.
302 pages, ebook
Published May 22, 2022
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December 14, 2022
4⭐
Book 3 in the Sarasota Sharks series and should be read after Stealing a Second Chance and Sliding Headfirst as the characters are heavily involved.
Featuring ~ dual 1st person POV, office romance, boss/employee, forbidden romance, secret romance, opposite attract, steamage
Megan & Archer
Their meet cute was cute except that Megan went into anaphylactic shock ~ I have a child with nut allergies, so that was a scary part to read.
So this installment was interesting in that we go back in time and find out Megan and Archer's relationship was going on behind the scenes in the previous books, instead of beginning where the last book left off. We got introduced to our old friends Kenni and Wils and attended Patrick and Avery's wedding, which was fun and I don't feel like I was reading the same stuff again.
I was frustrated with one or the other a time or two, but they were so sweet when they were together. Megan was able to rise up from a tough past and become a strong woman who brought some sass to Archer's life. I loved Archer's big family and especially what George admitted to doing towards the end. The sweet letters and epilogue was a great ending to this story.
We've got our set up for book 4, so I'm looking forward to reading more about Tallyn and Tackett.
*Thanks to the author and BookSirens for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
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Book 3 in the Sarasota Sharks series and should be read after Stealing a Second Chance and Sliding Headfirst as the characters are heavily involved.
Featuring ~ dual 1st person POV, office romance, boss/employee, forbidden romance, secret romance, opposite attract, steamage
Megan & Archer
Their meet cute was cute except that Megan went into anaphylactic shock ~ I have a child with nut allergies, so that was a scary part to read.
So this installment was interesting in that we go back in time and find out Megan and Archer's relationship was going on behind the scenes in the previous books, instead of beginning where the last book left off. We got introduced to our old friends Kenni and Wils and attended Patrick and Avery's wedding, which was fun and I don't feel like I was reading the same stuff again.
I was frustrated with one or the other a time or two, but they were so sweet when they were together. Megan was able to rise up from a tough past and become a strong woman who brought some sass to Archer's life. I loved Archer's big family and especially what George admitted to doing towards the end. The sweet letters and epilogue was a great ending to this story.
We've got our set up for book 4, so I'm looking forward to reading more about Tallyn and Tackett.
*Thanks to the author and BookSirens for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
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May 22, 2022
There was nothing I could do but love this book.
Scoring The Boss was a wonderful addition to what is already a beautiful series.
When you think you've read a book and loved it with your whole heart (just like it happened with Stealing a Second Chance and Sliding Headfirst), you find another one that easily steals a cozy place in your heart.
That was Scoring The Boss.
Archer and Megan were absolutely captivating. How couldn't they be?
He was alpha and dominant but in a caring and respectful way. He knew when to push, he knew when to step back and he was confident enough to let Meg lead the way. He respected her as an equal.
And if that wasn't enough, he was a man who wasn't afraid to show emotions and even cry. He was a steady force who always knew what to do, and that made his vulnerable moments even more special.
Meg was impossible not to love. She was strong and resilient, and her story was sensitively written. She'd faced so much throughout her life, but she never let that bring her down. As broken and undeserving as she felt sometimes, she always powered through and set her ground. Even in an environment dominated by men, she stood her ground and was assertive. I have such a girl crush on her.
She was truly admirable and absolutely selfless.
When you put those two together, wow.
Their chemistry was insane! I loved their connection, and how deeply they affected each other.
From the very first time they interacted with each other, you could feel their sparks. It was exhilarating.
He would keep his calm and take care of everything, always in control, sexy and dominant. She would say her piece and go for what she wanted, either personally or professionally.
They challenged each other and brought out the best the other had.
They cared deeply, they loved intensely, and they protected each other selflessly.
Archer and Megan totally deserved their love and their story.
They were truly each other's love of a lifetime.
That being said, I was so torn between Archer and Patrick! I'm just happy I don't have to choose...I'll keep them both.
Now bring me Tackett.
Scoring The Boss was a wonderful addition to what is already a beautiful series.
When you think you've read a book and loved it with your whole heart (just like it happened with Stealing a Second Chance and Sliding Headfirst), you find another one that easily steals a cozy place in your heart.
That was Scoring The Boss.
Archer and Megan were absolutely captivating. How couldn't they be?
He was alpha and dominant but in a caring and respectful way. He knew when to push, he knew when to step back and he was confident enough to let Meg lead the way. He respected her as an equal.
And if that wasn't enough, he was a man who wasn't afraid to show emotions and even cry. He was a steady force who always knew what to do, and that made his vulnerable moments even more special.
Meg was impossible not to love. She was strong and resilient, and her story was sensitively written. She'd faced so much throughout her life, but she never let that bring her down. As broken and undeserving as she felt sometimes, she always powered through and set her ground. Even in an environment dominated by men, she stood her ground and was assertive. I have such a girl crush on her.
She was truly admirable and absolutely selfless.
When you put those two together, wow.
Their chemistry was insane! I loved their connection, and how deeply they affected each other.
From the very first time they interacted with each other, you could feel their sparks. It was exhilarating.
He would keep his calm and take care of everything, always in control, sexy and dominant. She would say her piece and go for what she wanted, either personally or professionally.
They challenged each other and brought out the best the other had.
They cared deeply, they loved intensely, and they protected each other selflessly.
Archer and Megan totally deserved their love and their story.
They were truly each other's love of a lifetime.
That being said, I was so torn between Archer and Patrick! I'm just happy I don't have to choose...I'll keep them both.
Now bring me Tackett.
October 19, 2023
4.5 stars
I’m actually shocked at how much I loved this one! I know I shouldn’t be because that’s been my reaction to all of Kristins books but…workplace romances aren’t always my favorite. They are very hit or miss, hate or love, for me. I’m so glad I loved this one!
Things I loved:
-Megan was a firecracker, and I loved how sassy she was all throughout the book while simultaneously having a softer and more vulnerable side. She was also very witty and hilarious and oh so strong!
-Archer, I should have known, was so sweet and caring just like Hagan. Which makes sense since he’s the older brother lol. But Archer was so caring and thoughtful and selfless. He was romantic and so good with her! Not to mention how good with the kids he was! It was adorable!
-The letters that they wrote to one another were so sweet and heartfelt! I loved that they were used as a way to let us know what happened Ed in their past and future without going into this long monologue. I can only hope for a relationship as good as theirs!
-SJ and Archer were so close and I loved their relationship. It was a little like Hagan and Harpers just less intense since they weren’t twins. I loved how they talked to eachother about everything and were honest and open always being there for one another and that SJ didn’t pick sides between her brother and her best friend.
-just like all the other books I FREAKING love the Chatham family! They are amazing and everything I want in a family! They are so supportive and understanding and accepting. I love how the welcome in each new member to their huge family
-I loved the glimpses we got of Wils and Kenni and that this was running parallel to the same time zone so we got to see all of their adorable moments from a different perspective
-I loved getting a glimpse into Avery and Patrick’s adorable wedding with Jackson as well!
-I loved that the timeline was so stretched out because it felt way more realistic than some of the other books. For reference, they dated for like 10-12 months during the course of this book before getting engaged!
- I loved the glimpse of Talynn and Tackett and am so ready for their book next.
Things I didn’t love:
-The beginning was super slow and their were some wording/writing style choice that made in kinda hard to read. I put it down for a while before repucking it up today but man am I glad I did because after the first few chapters this one took off and I could not put it down. That is the only reason really this one wasn’t a five star read.
-I got confused because I just read ON MY KNEES and ALL YOUR FAULT which are scout Archers twin siblings Hagan and Harper. And in those books the names of SJs kids are different and Patrick’s cousins name is also different? Not sure if this was a mistake or what but it was a little confusing and hard to follow for me because of that
- This is mainly an authors note but there were some errors in grammar/spelling/word choice/misplacement throughout that you might want to go back and proof read to change so that it doesn’t affect others reading enjoyment. As long as it’s not too much it doesn’t really bother me but I know that it bothers others so just a thought.
I think this might have ended up to be my favorite in the series so far and I was honestly expecting it to be my least favorite. The series as a whole is really strong and I would recommend if your a fan of sports romances!
Now for quotes:
“Dad hands Wilson a contract for less money and less years than he has with the Cobras. He looks it over and a slight grin slides up his face. That’s when it hits me—it’s a girl. It’s always a girl. He’s willing to give up millions of dollars for a girl that lives close to Sarasota.”
“Rules are made to be broken, right?”
“Don’t think, just feel.”
“I hate that I blindsided her. There is more to the story than being neighbors. I knew something was off when I saw the addendum.” (Archer about Kenni) (he’s just so caring and thoughtful to everyone around him)
“This is why Wilson Shepherd took a seven point nine million dollar pay cut—to get his girl and honor her brother and his best friend.” (yes, this also has nothing to do with the main characters, but it was still an adorable quote from this book, so sue me)
“Wilson saying to Kennison, “I’ve got you,” with his arms wrapped around her.” (Same as above)
“You have consumed my every waking minute since you took the job. It’s the happiest I’ve been in forever.”
“Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.”
(Gives CoJo vibes, iykyk)
“Why do us girls love it when a man gives us a nickname?”
“She’s become my everything.”
“I want to be the man that makes every day worth the risk. The man that turns you inside out with desire. The man that warms your toes and heals your heart.”
“I need someone that loves me as much as I love her and every day it becomes clearer that Megan Prince is my soulmate.”
“Beautiful, I’m in love with you and only you.”
“But I do love that you love me as fiercely as I love you.”
“Everything I have done is with one thought in mind—making us family. Making your family mine and my family yours.”
“Because we’re a family and we fight for the ones we love.”
“You are my love of a lifetime. I promise to fight for all of you too.”
“Sometimes you have to give up what you love to have something you love even more.”
“You do big things for your family but it’s the small things that tell me how much you love me.”
“The closer you came to home plate, the more complete I felt. When you said I do, I thought my heart was going to explode. I never knew what love looked like until I met you.”
“You’re my love of a lifetime.”
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*I received and Advanced Review Copy and am leaving this review voluntarily*
I’m actually shocked at how much I loved this one! I know I shouldn’t be because that’s been my reaction to all of Kristins books but…workplace romances aren’t always my favorite. They are very hit or miss, hate or love, for me. I’m so glad I loved this one!
Things I loved:
-Megan was a firecracker, and I loved how sassy she was all throughout the book while simultaneously having a softer and more vulnerable side. She was also very witty and hilarious and oh so strong!
-Archer, I should have known, was so sweet and caring just like Hagan. Which makes sense since he’s the older brother lol. But Archer was so caring and thoughtful and selfless. He was romantic and so good with her! Not to mention how good with the kids he was! It was adorable!
-The letters that they wrote to one another were so sweet and heartfelt! I loved that they were used as a way to let us know what happened Ed in their past and future without going into this long monologue. I can only hope for a relationship as good as theirs!
-SJ and Archer were so close and I loved their relationship. It was a little like Hagan and Harpers just less intense since they weren’t twins. I loved how they talked to eachother about everything and were honest and open always being there for one another and that SJ didn’t pick sides between her brother and her best friend.
-just like all the other books I FREAKING love the Chatham family! They are amazing and everything I want in a family! They are so supportive and understanding and accepting. I love how the welcome in each new member to their huge family
-I loved the glimpses we got of Wils and Kenni and that this was running parallel to the same time zone so we got to see all of their adorable moments from a different perspective
-I loved getting a glimpse into Avery and Patrick’s adorable wedding with Jackson as well!
-I loved that the timeline was so stretched out because it felt way more realistic than some of the other books. For reference, they dated for like 10-12 months during the course of this book before getting engaged!
- I loved the glimpse of Talynn and Tackett and am so ready for their book next.
Things I didn’t love:
-The beginning was super slow and their were some wording/writing style choice that made in kinda hard to read. I put it down for a while before repucking it up today but man am I glad I did because after the first few chapters this one took off and I could not put it down. That is the only reason really this one wasn’t a five star read.
-I got confused because I just read ON MY KNEES and ALL YOUR FAULT which are scout Archers twin siblings Hagan and Harper. And in those books the names of SJs kids are different and Patrick’s cousins name is also different? Not sure if this was a mistake or what but it was a little confusing and hard to follow for me because of that
- This is mainly an authors note but there were some errors in grammar/spelling/word choice/misplacement throughout that you might want to go back and proof read to change so that it doesn’t affect others reading enjoyment. As long as it’s not too much it doesn’t really bother me but I know that it bothers others so just a thought.
I think this might have ended up to be my favorite in the series so far and I was honestly expecting it to be my least favorite. The series as a whole is really strong and I would recommend if your a fan of sports romances!
Now for quotes:
“Dad hands Wilson a contract for less money and less years than he has with the Cobras. He looks it over and a slight grin slides up his face. That’s when it hits me—it’s a girl. It’s always a girl. He’s willing to give up millions of dollars for a girl that lives close to Sarasota.”
“Rules are made to be broken, right?”
“Don’t think, just feel.”
“I hate that I blindsided her. There is more to the story than being neighbors. I knew something was off when I saw the addendum.” (Archer about Kenni) (he’s just so caring and thoughtful to everyone around him)
“This is why Wilson Shepherd took a seven point nine million dollar pay cut—to get his girl and honor her brother and his best friend.” (yes, this also has nothing to do with the main characters, but it was still an adorable quote from this book, so sue me)
“Wilson saying to Kennison, “I’ve got you,” with his arms wrapped around her.” (Same as above)
“You have consumed my every waking minute since you took the job. It’s the happiest I’ve been in forever.”
“Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.”
(Gives CoJo vibes, iykyk)
“Why do us girls love it when a man gives us a nickname?”
“She’s become my everything.”
“I want to be the man that makes every day worth the risk. The man that turns you inside out with desire. The man that warms your toes and heals your heart.”
“I need someone that loves me as much as I love her and every day it becomes clearer that Megan Prince is my soulmate.”
“Beautiful, I’m in love with you and only you.”
“But I do love that you love me as fiercely as I love you.”
“Everything I have done is with one thought in mind—making us family. Making your family mine and my family yours.”
“Because we’re a family and we fight for the ones we love.”
“You are my love of a lifetime. I promise to fight for all of you too.”
“Sometimes you have to give up what you love to have something you love even more.”
“You do big things for your family but it’s the small things that tell me how much you love me.”
“The closer you came to home plate, the more complete I felt. When you said I do, I thought my heart was going to explode. I never knew what love looked like until I met you.”
“You’re my love of a lifetime.”
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*I received and Advanced Review Copy and am leaving this review voluntarily*
June 18, 2022
The story was amazing 🤩 I couldn’t put it down took me two days and just finished just know. Wishing for more and not let it finish. The story telling was amazing . The charters of the story and from the other stories were amazing. I have no words. I recommend this I give 5/5.
Archer was the president of the sharks. And right I the begin of the story he was looking for someone for the right job. Until he gets a call from his father sending someone for the interview. Well here comes Megan walking in Archer off remember the pass three year when they met. The problem is Megan realize he doesn’t recognize her. And right their everything starts . The romance was 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶 I enjoy it and of course not saying nothing else don’t want to spoil it .
Archer was the president of the sharks. And right I the begin of the story he was looking for someone for the right job. Until he gets a call from his father sending someone for the interview. Well here comes Megan walking in Archer off remember the pass three year when they met. The problem is Megan realize he doesn’t recognize her. And right their everything starts . The romance was 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶 I enjoy it and of course not saying nothing else don’t want to spoil it .
March 15, 2023
Another Great Sports Romance Series Set in Florida
This book was nostalgic for me , my Dad when I was young would take me to all the Spring training baseball games , and in Florida pick any city in the Suncoast and you will have a major league team practicing. This book really became good at the 70% mark when the characters were not going to let each other go , they were ready to fight for each other and never give up on their love.
This is part of the Sarasota Sharks series but I had no problem diving into book 3 with Archer and Megan. Hes the President of The triple A Sarasota team, Megan is a friend of his sister that has held a torch for him since college .
If you loved these you will love Scoring the Boss
✔ Did you love The Hating Game ? the snarky interview in the beginning when Archer didnt want to choose Megan for his open Financial officer position and he tests her with a three hour interview ..all that was missing ...an elevator scene. Perfection
✔ Forbidden love trope not letting the team or reporters see
✔ He misses her so he takes the comapny jet home early
✔ Plot twist with blackmail
This was a sweet , slightly steamy romance that I wished had gone on further and had more about her new role with the team.
This is perfect for someone who wants a romance with less spice I give it 🌶 with angst .
"Forty sure looks good on you. I think you get sexier every year. You still make my toes curl nearly every night. I know that will never end. We were destined for each other."
I would love another book wifh this couple when their kids are older , maybe with them planning a silver anniversary and the kids find a box of letters their parents wrote to each other. The love in these notes, made the book
This book was nostalgic for me , my Dad when I was young would take me to all the Spring training baseball games , and in Florida pick any city in the Suncoast and you will have a major league team practicing. This book really became good at the 70% mark when the characters were not going to let each other go , they were ready to fight for each other and never give up on their love.
This is part of the Sarasota Sharks series but I had no problem diving into book 3 with Archer and Megan. Hes the President of The triple A Sarasota team, Megan is a friend of his sister that has held a torch for him since college .
If you loved these you will love Scoring the Boss
✔ Did you love The Hating Game ? the snarky interview in the beginning when Archer didnt want to choose Megan for his open Financial officer position and he tests her with a three hour interview ..all that was missing ...an elevator scene. Perfection
✔ Forbidden love trope not letting the team or reporters see
✔ He misses her so he takes the comapny jet home early
✔ Plot twist with blackmail
This was a sweet , slightly steamy romance that I wished had gone on further and had more about her new role with the team.
This is perfect for someone who wants a romance with less spice I give it 🌶 with angst .
"Forty sure looks good on you. I think you get sexier every year. You still make my toes curl nearly every night. I know that will never end. We were destined for each other."
I would love another book wifh this couple when their kids are older , maybe with them planning a silver anniversary and the kids find a box of letters their parents wrote to each other. The love in these notes, made the book
July 6, 2022
You can’t put in place a no fraternizing rule then start fulfilling your dirty fantasies with your employee. Right? Well, things happen. Maybe that is why Archer and Megan work. They needed to hide their relationship from everyone keeping them in a bubble. A bubble where they were able to get to know each other without the views or opinions of outsiders. Which also added a fun and exciting element to their already heated and intense relationship.
Megan works hard for everything that she has. She knows what it is to have nothing and is determined to never feel that way again. The combination of her witt and smart mouth turns Archer into putty in her hands.
Archer may have been born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but he works hard for the respect and prestige he wears proudly on his chest. Money can buy you lots of things, but it will not buy you the love and respect he has of his family, friends, players, or Megan. He has earned all of that by being a decent, humble human.
The two care for each other. So much so that they both are willing to give up what they have so the other can keep what they have built up. Whether it be reputations, job titles or positions, or the respect from those around them, the two don’t want to jeopardize the other in any way. Of course that can lead to bickering between Archer and Megan, but loving someone that strongly can sometimes make you put them first.
Megan works hard for everything that she has. She knows what it is to have nothing and is determined to never feel that way again. The combination of her witt and smart mouth turns Archer into putty in her hands.
Archer may have been born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but he works hard for the respect and prestige he wears proudly on his chest. Money can buy you lots of things, but it will not buy you the love and respect he has of his family, friends, players, or Megan. He has earned all of that by being a decent, humble human.
The two care for each other. So much so that they both are willing to give up what they have so the other can keep what they have built up. Whether it be reputations, job titles or positions, or the respect from those around them, the two don’t want to jeopardize the other in any way. Of course that can lead to bickering between Archer and Megan, but loving someone that strongly can sometimes make you put them first.
July 9, 2022
This sports romance series is just phenomenal. Each book maintains the high bar set in book 1 plus continues to give more time with beloved characters.
Archer and Megan are both fiercely competitive, intelligent and incredibly warm-hearted characters. Megan has used her past to fuel her desire to make something of herself, yet she still has a soft spot that craves a family to be apart of. She is very close with Archer’s younger sister, Sarah Jane, and has known and envied the Chatham family’s closeness from just inside their circle.
Archer is extremely competitive and has worked hard to improve the AAA team the Sarasota Sharks which his family owns along with the Chicago Kodiaks. He is extremely frustrated with his Dad’s request to interview, and hire, Megan for the open Strategic Finance Manager position, but he nearly forgets everything when she walks into his office for her interview.
Archer and Megan grow as characters as they confront and work through some emotionally challenging situations. Both of these characters show their love and respect for each other by going over and above to protect the other, sometimes at the risk of having to sacrifice themselves or their feelings.
I love this series and am eager to read the 4th book which focuses on Tackett and a new character from Megan’s past.
I received a free book from the author and Book Siren; and I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased review.
Archer and Megan are both fiercely competitive, intelligent and incredibly warm-hearted characters. Megan has used her past to fuel her desire to make something of herself, yet she still has a soft spot that craves a family to be apart of. She is very close with Archer’s younger sister, Sarah Jane, and has known and envied the Chatham family’s closeness from just inside their circle.
Archer is extremely competitive and has worked hard to improve the AAA team the Sarasota Sharks which his family owns along with the Chicago Kodiaks. He is extremely frustrated with his Dad’s request to interview, and hire, Megan for the open Strategic Finance Manager position, but he nearly forgets everything when she walks into his office for her interview.
Archer and Megan grow as characters as they confront and work through some emotionally challenging situations. Both of these characters show their love and respect for each other by going over and above to protect the other, sometimes at the risk of having to sacrifice themselves or their feelings.
I love this series and am eager to read the 4th book which focuses on Tackett and a new character from Megan’s past.
I received a free book from the author and Book Siren; and I am voluntarily leaving an unbiased review.
July 26, 2022
Kristin Lee writes a wickedly tempting forbidden office romance in Scoring The Boss!
Archer Chatham is the President of the Sarasota Sharks Triple A baseball team, who reluctantly hires a new finance manager, Megan Prince, at his father’s insistence. The company has a strict non-fraternization policy, but Archer and Meg are plagued with not work-related fantasies of each other from the get go!
I loved Megan’s cleverness, sass, and her ability to succeed in a male-dominated business. She has a very sad background which further inhibits their potential romantic relationship. Archer is fabulously sexy and protective of her. I can’t believe the lengths he goes to figure out their problems. A thoroughly enjoyable read!
(I was gifted an ARC from the author and am voluntarily offering my sincere review.)
Archer Chatham is the President of the Sarasota Sharks Triple A baseball team, who reluctantly hires a new finance manager, Megan Prince, at his father’s insistence. The company has a strict non-fraternization policy, but Archer and Meg are plagued with not work-related fantasies of each other from the get go!
I loved Megan’s cleverness, sass, and her ability to succeed in a male-dominated business. She has a very sad background which further inhibits their potential romantic relationship. Archer is fabulously sexy and protective of her. I can’t believe the lengths he goes to figure out their problems. A thoroughly enjoyable read!
(I was gifted an ARC from the author and am voluntarily offering my sincere review.)
August 6, 2024
I always enjoy Kristin’s books and this one is no exception. I love how the characters from the Sarasota Sharks Series and the Campus Stallions series are intertwined. This book has it all. A great plot, spice, past trauma, healing, love, and family. The main characters are likable and relatable. Kristin knocked it out of the park again!
December 23, 2022
Another great installment in this series. Plan on a serious book hangover. Absolutely loved this story. The author is creating great characters with very dynamic backgrounds that keep the series fresh. Those from the previous books are making appearances in subsequent stories so I would highly recommend reading the series in order.
July 3, 2022
I love the Sarasota Sharks series and this one is my all time favorite! Full of longing and insane attraction. Filled with steamy love scenes and super hot baseball players, Megan and Archer’s story pulls at your heart strings!
Definitely a must read!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I received a advance reader copy free and am leaving this review voluntarily.
Definitely a must read!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I received a advance reader copy free and am leaving this review voluntarily.
July 28, 2022
Another amazing book in the Sarasota Sharks series! Scoring the Boss was my favorite story so far (they all have been good though!)
Can't wait for the next book in the final book in the series!
Can't wait for the next book in the final book in the series!
June 27, 2022
I enjoyed this story from start to finish. I couldn't put it down. Archer and Megan were two great characters and I loved the dual, first person point of view. If I could give this book more than 5 stars I would
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
May 28, 2022
Do NOT start this fast-paced adult baseball romance with a mystery in the evening or you'll be up all night.
I had an ARC through ProlificWorks and this voluntary review is my own opinion.
I had an ARC through ProlificWorks and this voluntary review is my own opinion.
May 30, 2022
Archer is the President of the Sarasota Sharks, the Chicago Kodiaks Triple-A baseball team and he has found the perfect candidate for the Finance Analyst position he is looking to fill. Now he is sitting angrily waiting for the candidate that his dad told him was perfect for the job.
His father owns both the Sarasota Sharks and Chicago Kodiaks and has always let him do his job with no interference. That didn't mean he wasn't going to give in gracefully. They were going to work hard for this job.
Rushing to office he runs into a woman and spills his coffee down his shirt. After apologizing he heads to his office to change before his appointment with his father's candidate. He hears the door open and tosses his shirt to his assistant to have it cleaned, but when looks up it's not his assistant.
The gorgeous woman who walked into his office was not what he expected nor that his three hour interview would end with him almost killing her. He had ordered in Chinese and she was allergic to nuts and almost died before the paramedics arrived.
Another amazing story in the Sarasota Sharks series! It is very well written and the characters are fully developed and relatable. The timeline for this story begins before book one and we get to relive the love stories of those we fell in love with in books one and two as they intersect with Archer and Megan's story.
Archer is just smoking hot! Not only is he gorgeous, but he treats his employees and players as friends. He has a huge family that he adores and the photos in his office are a testament to that love. But, there is a strict non-fraternization rule - the employees can date players, but he is forbidden from having a relationship with anyone in his employment.
Megan may be a confident businesswoman, but she is a complete mess personally. Not only are their rules against getting involved with her boss, but her past may come back and bite her in the a$$.
This book is action-packed, full of suspense and danger and scorching hot. I love how Kristen Lee perfectly merged books one and two into this story. It wasn't a backstory reference, but living in real time. This story had a more intense storyline than books one and two with threats of blackmail and death. It hits all the feels. Can't wait to see what she has in store for us next in the Sarasota Shark series!
Highly recommend this series and author!
His father owns both the Sarasota Sharks and Chicago Kodiaks and has always let him do his job with no interference. That didn't mean he wasn't going to give in gracefully. They were going to work hard for this job.
Rushing to office he runs into a woman and spills his coffee down his shirt. After apologizing he heads to his office to change before his appointment with his father's candidate. He hears the door open and tosses his shirt to his assistant to have it cleaned, but when looks up it's not his assistant.
The gorgeous woman who walked into his office was not what he expected nor that his three hour interview would end with him almost killing her. He had ordered in Chinese and she was allergic to nuts and almost died before the paramedics arrived.
Another amazing story in the Sarasota Sharks series! It is very well written and the characters are fully developed and relatable. The timeline for this story begins before book one and we get to relive the love stories of those we fell in love with in books one and two as they intersect with Archer and Megan's story.
Archer is just smoking hot! Not only is he gorgeous, but he treats his employees and players as friends. He has a huge family that he adores and the photos in his office are a testament to that love. But, there is a strict non-fraternization rule - the employees can date players, but he is forbidden from having a relationship with anyone in his employment.
Megan may be a confident businesswoman, but she is a complete mess personally. Not only are their rules against getting involved with her boss, but her past may come back and bite her in the a$$.
This book is action-packed, full of suspense and danger and scorching hot. I love how Kristen Lee perfectly merged books one and two into this story. It wasn't a backstory reference, but living in real time. This story had a more intense storyline than books one and two with threats of blackmail and death. It hits all the feels. Can't wait to see what she has in store for us next in the Sarasota Shark series!
Highly recommend this series and author!
May 25, 2022
Her best one yet
Kristin knocked this one out of the park, no pun intended, hehe. It’s my favorite to date. So sexy and dreamy. I hated every moment I had to put it down. Can’t wait for the next one.
Kristin knocked this one out of the park, no pun intended, hehe. It’s my favorite to date. So sexy and dreamy. I hated every moment I had to put it down. Can’t wait for the next one.
January 4, 2023
Book 3 and you won't stop
Archer........
I absolutely love an author that can make you feel extreme highs and extreme lows and everything in between. I am not a word lady. But I highly recommend these books to anyone and everyone ❤️
Archer........
I absolutely love an author that can make you feel extreme highs and extreme lows and everything in between. I am not a word lady. But I highly recommend these books to anyone and everyone ❤️
June 12, 2022
In my opinion this is the best story in the series so far. Loved the connection between the two lead characters. Maybe a little to much drama for me but I loved the humor, spice and love in this book. Look forward to the next one.
May 20, 2022
First of all, a huge thank you to author Kristin Lee for letting me on her ARC team! I have loved every moment of this series so far.
Another “knock it out of the park” book for the Sarasota Sharks series! We had very small glimpses of both main characters, Archer and Megan, in the previous two books…but really didn’t know too much about them. This book gave us their stories, though I feel like there is still so much we don’t truly know about them!
Archer is the President of the Sharks - and consistently in his own mind. He doesn’t see what’s right in front of him when he needs to the most; but also doesn’t want to cross the boundaries the Sharks have in place. He previously had his heart broken, and when that happened, he wasn’t the same. He never let anyone in with what happened…but his sister knew he was hurting. His dad also saw what Archer could be, and that he was capable of love…but not until he had some things in life more under control.
Megan, oh Megan. She’s a girl with a hidden past, fear in her heart, but also so much love to give. When someone thinks they’re unworthy of love, it’s hard to break down those walls. It’s also harder if you have to hide the relationship - but she knows her chemistry with Archer is unmatched. She knows that her best friend, and Archer’s sister, can see it, but she won’t admit to it. Her past is a bit dark, and the walls she put up are there for a good reason.
Can true love survive rules and regulations? Can it survive someone possibly getting in the way with the intent to destroy the Sharks organization? Can Archer let himself see what’s right in front of him? Can Megan bring down her walls?
Another “knock it out of the park” book for the Sarasota Sharks series! We had very small glimpses of both main characters, Archer and Megan, in the previous two books…but really didn’t know too much about them. This book gave us their stories, though I feel like there is still so much we don’t truly know about them!
Archer is the President of the Sharks - and consistently in his own mind. He doesn’t see what’s right in front of him when he needs to the most; but also doesn’t want to cross the boundaries the Sharks have in place. He previously had his heart broken, and when that happened, he wasn’t the same. He never let anyone in with what happened…but his sister knew he was hurting. His dad also saw what Archer could be, and that he was capable of love…but not until he had some things in life more under control.
Megan, oh Megan. She’s a girl with a hidden past, fear in her heart, but also so much love to give. When someone thinks they’re unworthy of love, it’s hard to break down those walls. It’s also harder if you have to hide the relationship - but she knows her chemistry with Archer is unmatched. She knows that her best friend, and Archer’s sister, can see it, but she won’t admit to it. Her past is a bit dark, and the walls she put up are there for a good reason.
Can true love survive rules and regulations? Can it survive someone possibly getting in the way with the intent to destroy the Sharks organization? Can Archer let himself see what’s right in front of him? Can Megan bring down her walls?
June 13, 2022
Megan and Archer have a unique relationship as boss/employee. As they each learn to understand the past and how it made them who they are they become friends. Love the plot twist and the drama of this book. Would definitely recommend reading.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
May 16, 2022
Thank you Kristin Lee and Book Funnel for the ARC of Scoring the Boss, which is due out May 24th.
Scoring The Boss, Book 3 of the Sarasota Sharks Series, by Kristin Lee
He negotiates contracts. She runs numbers. But when we're left alone, will late nights in the office ignite forbidden flames?
Romance
Scoring the Boss takes place during the first two books. So we get a different view of the happening. I absolutely loved that. I love realizing it’s a 3D world and there were plenty of things going on while the first two books played out. So, I literally engulfed this book in one sitting. I could not put it down. The author is amazing and I love her characters. Everyone feels important.
If you want a book with all the wants, angst, sexual tension, and amazing sex scenes then this is your book. Go enjoy it! (Please read books 1 and 2 first!)
Recommended for ages 18+
Rating 5 of 5 Stars
Scoring The Boss, Book 3 of the Sarasota Sharks Series, by Kristin Lee
He negotiates contracts. She runs numbers. But when we're left alone, will late nights in the office ignite forbidden flames?
Romance
Scoring the Boss takes place during the first two books. So we get a different view of the happening. I absolutely loved that. I love realizing it’s a 3D world and there were plenty of things going on while the first two books played out. So, I literally engulfed this book in one sitting. I could not put it down. The author is amazing and I love her characters. Everyone feels important.
If you want a book with all the wants, angst, sexual tension, and amazing sex scenes then this is your book. Go enjoy it! (Please read books 1 and 2 first!)
Recommended for ages 18+
Rating 5 of 5 Stars
May 29, 2022
Oh wow!! This series keeps getting better and better!!!
"How can one man be so perfect? Then I remember, he's not perfect. He was probably having sex last night with Liiisa. Ugh. Even thinking about her name feels like my tongue is licking a chia pet."
I adored Archer and Megan!! They both were so well written - I felt like we could be friends in real life. They're back stories were so well done. It shaped who they are now and I really loved them! This story is fun as it takes place over almost a year. You get to see other characters you've fallen in love with make cameo appearances and see how others saw their lives and situations. It was really cool! I loved it!! Kristin has this way of writing that is heartfelt and funny! I found myself laughing out loud at some of the inner monologues and banter! Then I'd be crying over emotional parts Megan shared with Archer! I truly loved this story and can't wait to read Tackett's next!!
"How can one man be so perfect? Then I remember, he's not perfect. He was probably having sex last night with Liiisa. Ugh. Even thinking about her name feels like my tongue is licking a chia pet."
I adored Archer and Megan!! They both were so well written - I felt like we could be friends in real life. They're back stories were so well done. It shaped who they are now and I really loved them! This story is fun as it takes place over almost a year. You get to see other characters you've fallen in love with make cameo appearances and see how others saw their lives and situations. It was really cool! I loved it!! Kristin has this way of writing that is heartfelt and funny! I found myself laughing out loud at some of the inner monologues and banter! Then I'd be crying over emotional parts Megan shared with Archer! I truly loved this story and can't wait to read Tackett's next!!
October 16, 2022
I rate this book 4.5 stars.
I am really enjoying this series so far. These are truly a standalone novel but interconnected. What I like is that things are happening simultaneous in each of the books, so it isn't necessarily that one book ends and the other starts.
I thought both Megan and Archer were great characters in that they were truly good people. These two were so attracted to each other, but there is a no fraternizing policy at their workplace. Megan and Archer will go through ups, and downs, and I had to admit that I teared up as some parts of this story are truly heartbreaking, though these two will get their HEA in the end!
I received a free advanced reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my fair and honest review.
I am really enjoying this series so far. These are truly a standalone novel but interconnected. What I like is that things are happening simultaneous in each of the books, so it isn't necessarily that one book ends and the other starts.
I thought both Megan and Archer were great characters in that they were truly good people. These two were so attracted to each other, but there is a no fraternizing policy at their workplace. Megan and Archer will go through ups, and downs, and I had to admit that I teared up as some parts of this story are truly heartbreaking, though these two will get their HEA in the end!
I received a free advanced reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my fair and honest review.
May 25, 2022
This is a reading GRAND SLAM!!
Scoring the Boss had it all. Angst, emotion, steamy scenes, and love. These four items combined perfectly to hit a grand slam home run. I truly didn’t know if this series could get any better for me. (Patrick stole my heart!) Little did I know, Archer and Megan were just what I needed.
“Sometimes you have to give up what you love to have something you love even more.”
This quote is the epitome of Archer and Megan’s love for each other.
The Sarasota Sharks characters truly feel like family to me. I know this will be a series I revisit when I need that comfort. Here’s to the last book in the series, Tackett and Taylnn. 🥂
Scoring the Boss had it all. Angst, emotion, steamy scenes, and love. These four items combined perfectly to hit a grand slam home run. I truly didn’t know if this series could get any better for me. (Patrick stole my heart!) Little did I know, Archer and Megan were just what I needed.
“Sometimes you have to give up what you love to have something you love even more.”
This quote is the epitome of Archer and Megan’s love for each other.
The Sarasota Sharks characters truly feel like family to me. I know this will be a series I revisit when I need that comfort. Here’s to the last book in the series, Tackett and Taylnn. 🥂
May 28, 2022
This book was such a great addition to the series! It gives an entirely new relationship filled with lust and longing through forbidden love. Archer and Megan’s dynamic is perfectly represented by the quote:
“ She sits on my lap, and I close my arms around her. “You’re asking me to give you something that will tear me apart.”
I tuck some of her hair behind her ear, and soften my tone as much as possible. “No, beautiful, I’ll be the one to hold you together.”
This is a must read along with the rest of the series!
“ She sits on my lap, and I close my arms around her. “You’re asking me to give you something that will tear me apart.”
I tuck some of her hair behind her ear, and soften my tone as much as possible. “No, beautiful, I’ll be the one to hold you together.”
This is a must read along with the rest of the series!
September 26, 2022
This was my favorite book of the series so far.
I loved the chemistry between Archer and Megan, their secret kisses and touches.
I started it and couldn’t put it down. It has a mixture of everything: secret love, some bickering, a hard past and some blackmailing.
The reappearance of the side characters is fun and it’s great to see se of the other stories from a different point of view.
Curious to read Tackett and Talyn’s story.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I loved the chemistry between Archer and Megan, their secret kisses and touches.
I started it and couldn’t put it down. It has a mixture of everything: secret love, some bickering, a hard past and some blackmailing.
The reappearance of the side characters is fun and it’s great to see se of the other stories from a different point of view.
Curious to read Tackett and Talyn’s story.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 5, 2022
Kristin!
I am obsessed with boss employee romance and this one DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!
I really loved getting to know Archer and Megan better after seeing them In previous books! Their chemistry was unmatched!
I laughed, cried and everything in between in this book!
10/10 would recommend this series!!
Favorite quote:
“Tell me what you want.” “Just you. Just make me believe.”
In a low guttural voice, I ask, “Believe what?” She mutters like she doesn’t want me to hear, “That I’m worth something.”
5/5⭐️
I am obsessed with boss employee romance and this one DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!
I really loved getting to know Archer and Megan better after seeing them In previous books! Their chemistry was unmatched!
I laughed, cried and everything in between in this book!
10/10 would recommend this series!!
Favorite quote:
“Tell me what you want.” “Just you. Just make me believe.”
In a low guttural voice, I ask, “Believe what?” She mutters like she doesn’t want me to hear, “That I’m worth something.”
5/5⭐️
May 31, 2022
I decided to change my review to 2 stars. How are we supposed to believe that Archer doesn’t remember his closest sister’s best friend? The rest of the family knows her well and he’s in Lala land and doesn’t remember her? Just no.
The story line isn’t the worst I’ve read but WHY does this Author’s books have so many typos? More books in this series are coming out. I’m not going to continue reading because I just get annoyed at all the typos.
The story line isn’t the worst I’ve read but WHY does this Author’s books have so many typos? More books in this series are coming out. I’m not going to continue reading because I just get annoyed at all the typos.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 2, 2022
Scoring the Boss by Kristin Lee is a good, and enjoyable steamy sports office romance read. The story has a good story line. The characters are good, and they have good chemistry. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
March 10, 2025
Archer Chatham runs the Sarasota Sharks, the Triple-A team. His dad is the owner of the Chicago Kodiaks as well as the Sarasota Sharks which feeds into the Kodiaks. Shelby his PA lets him know his first appointment is there. And that his father is on hold for him. Mostly, he leaves him alone as long as things are going his way overall but he over goes with Archers’s decisions and doesn't micro-manager. However, he does at times pull rank, and today it looks like it is that day.
His father says “Nonsense, I have the perfect candidate.” he has sent him a person who is a perfect candidate for the job and qualified, too. Archer was about to interview a few new prospects for the finance analyst position that is available within the Sharks organization. There are plenty of jobs available in Chicago, so he should be worried about his team's positions, not Archer’s. In the three years that Archer has run the team, his father has not stepped to this degree. My goal?
To make them winners in every aspect of the world. His dad trusts Archer with million-dollar contracts, but not with a sixty-thousand-dollar-a-year finance analyst position. He finally, agreed to interview the candidate to make him happy. He disconnected the call and his shoulders dropped. Taking a long breath, he asked Shelby to send in his nine o’clock appointment and schedule his father’s candidate for later that afternoon, if at all possible. He’s pissed, at the thought of wasting two hours of his time doing three interviews, and no matter what they will be hiring his father’s candidate.
To be the next Strategic Finance Analyst. When he had already picked one out. So, when his dad’s candidate arrives it’s a woman. Megan also knows his sister, SJ, and it turns out he kissed her at her wedding and he doesn’t remember he is pissed and grills her for a couple of hours. Then tries to power play her at lunch like he likes to do but nearly kills her. She’s allergic to nuts a by-product of something cooked in what he ordered. He takes her home and then vents to SJ who calls to ream him a new one.
So instead of calling Megan to offer her the job once again, he power-plays her, by scheduling a meeting to discuss the position. Megan said sure anytime after noon. Archer said how about eight he’ll pick her up at eight Megan finally relents. Asking why not the Denny’s near the job? To no answer. They talk, he offers her the job, and she says she will give him her answer after her interview. He proceeded to tell her that his first interviewee yesterday was given the job. So, if she is still interested they would still like to offer her the position.
Hence, their meeting the day before was their first coherent one for Archer, meet-cute. Megan was serious about wanting that job the stadium and the team held sentimental value to her. So, the salary was secondary to her. But what was a serious issue to them, and what was a mystery to them as the story progressed, was who was behind who was targeting them. When someone was squeezing and targeting Megan specifically.
Throughout the story, Archer seems weak, yet good at his job, but an addictive personality and doesn't have a handle on it. First, madly in love with his ex. Fell apart when she left and played him. He turns to drugs, Archer’s serious promiscuous lifestyle changes, to him becoming work-obsessed, and then it's all about Megan. See how Megan helps him see the world differently as he does for her too. You see her life has not been easy and her life will break your heart. But, Archer steps up and becomes the man his mama raised.
His father says “Nonsense, I have the perfect candidate.” he has sent him a person who is a perfect candidate for the job and qualified, too. Archer was about to interview a few new prospects for the finance analyst position that is available within the Sharks organization. There are plenty of jobs available in Chicago, so he should be worried about his team's positions, not Archer’s. In the three years that Archer has run the team, his father has not stepped to this degree. My goal?
To make them winners in every aspect of the world. His dad trusts Archer with million-dollar contracts, but not with a sixty-thousand-dollar-a-year finance analyst position. He finally, agreed to interview the candidate to make him happy. He disconnected the call and his shoulders dropped. Taking a long breath, he asked Shelby to send in his nine o’clock appointment and schedule his father’s candidate for later that afternoon, if at all possible. He’s pissed, at the thought of wasting two hours of his time doing three interviews, and no matter what they will be hiring his father’s candidate.
To be the next Strategic Finance Analyst. When he had already picked one out. So, when his dad’s candidate arrives it’s a woman. Megan also knows his sister, SJ, and it turns out he kissed her at her wedding and he doesn’t remember he is pissed and grills her for a couple of hours. Then tries to power play her at lunch like he likes to do but nearly kills her. She’s allergic to nuts a by-product of something cooked in what he ordered. He takes her home and then vents to SJ who calls to ream him a new one.
So instead of calling Megan to offer her the job once again, he power-plays her, by scheduling a meeting to discuss the position. Megan said sure anytime after noon. Archer said how about eight he’ll pick her up at eight Megan finally relents. Asking why not the Denny’s near the job? To no answer. They talk, he offers her the job, and she says she will give him her answer after her interview. He proceeded to tell her that his first interviewee yesterday was given the job. So, if she is still interested they would still like to offer her the position.
Hence, their meeting the day before was their first coherent one for Archer, meet-cute. Megan was serious about wanting that job the stadium and the team held sentimental value to her. So, the salary was secondary to her. But what was a serious issue to them, and what was a mystery to them as the story progressed, was who was behind who was targeting them. When someone was squeezing and targeting Megan specifically.
Throughout the story, Archer seems weak, yet good at his job, but an addictive personality and doesn't have a handle on it. First, madly in love with his ex. Fell apart when she left and played him. He turns to drugs, Archer’s serious promiscuous lifestyle changes, to him becoming work-obsessed, and then it's all about Megan. See how Megan helps him see the world differently as he does for her too. You see her life has not been easy and her life will break your heart. But, Archer steps up and becomes the man his mama raised.
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