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The Sweet Spot: A Sizzling Sports Romance―A Reporter and NFL Star Risk Everything for Forbidden Love
The Sweet Spot has nothing to do with football. . . . Just ask Kahari Brown, one of the NFL's sexiest stars. He knows how to handle a football, and always thought he had a way with the ladies. But his smooth moves off the field are only getting him into hot water these days. And no one is hotter than Zoë Andrews. When she thrusts a mic in his face and asks him if he's the father of a crazy fan's baby, he's ready to tackle her and toss her out of the locker room on her shapely butt. But there's something about Zoë . . . Zoë's Rule Number Never Date an Athlete! Zoë will do anything to make it as a top sports reporter, even ask the controversial question that puts her toe to toe with Kahari. Still, she can't help noticing that the brother is mighty fine. Now the heat is on and Zoë is wondering if she should have fanned the flames, because she's falling for Kahari's charm -- something she swore she'd never do. Yet it's hard to resist his smooth moves, making Zoë wonder, is he sweet-talking his way into her heart for love -- or for something else?
292 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 2006
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December 16, 2009
Boring and annoying. I can't believe I even finished this book. I guess I was waiting for something good to happen. I found myself not even paying attention as I was reading and I didn't even think that was possible. I used to think Kayla Perrin was a decent writer, but now I think I just lucked up on one good book about 2 years ago and have held on to that image. This book was horrible.
December 20, 2021
I really enjoyed this book, however it’s nothing new. There were moments where I was shocked and moments I laughed. But it’s an easy romance read.
September 2, 2024
This book was cute and funny and very entertaining. The only thing is I felt the ending was rushed and I didn't like that but overall I fell in love with the characters.
February 21, 2011
Once again, I think I'm at a point where I'll read anything an author writes. After reading Getting Even and Say You Need Me last year (see the beauty of libraries?), I didn't hesitate to buy this book when I spotted it a few months ago. I'm so glad I didn't. This was a fantastic read for a number of reasons, not the least of which is the masterful use of description, characterization and suspense.
Zoë is an imperfect heroine. Which I think makes me like her more. Hell, I can definitely identify with her better than some of the svelte supermodels who happen to look gorgeous when they get out of bed, have fabulous wardrobes they found at the vintage store and shoe collections worth more than some island country's GDP. Okay, she's not ugly and she does have a strong liking for Starbucks and designer clothes/shoes, most of which she can scarcely afford, but I guess her slightly insane personality balances it all out. I was half-convinced Kahari might take out a restraining order before all was said and done.
Speaking of Kahari, he is kind of perfect. Like tall, gorgeous, loves kids, appears to be the nicest guy ever perfect. Of course, he's attracted a crazy stalker. Zoë, being slightly misguided, sees this as an opportunity to jumpstart her struggling career as a sportscaster. Okay, that's not quite how it happened. More like her tongue outran her brain (which was only dealing with half a plan), all hell broke loose and the next thing I know, she's stalking Kahari herself. Fun, right?
Ha. I think Kayla might say I'm misstating this stuff, but I swear, I thought Zoë had lost her ever-loving mind at some point. Strangely, that was part of the draw of the book. Insane, but realisitic in the way that some women seem to get in their own way when it comes to relationships. I was dying to find out how Zoë would get her man (in a way that didn't feel rushed and was realistic in context) if she kept doing all these little things that drove him nuts. That's why I ended up reading half the book in one go - I refused to go to sleep yesterday until I finished it. It took until after 4AM, but it was totally worth it.
Things that made me love this book (contains spoilers):
- Zoë getting rid of her dickish boyfriend.
- A heroine who kept me guessing through most of the book.
- Speaking of ^^, a delightful amount of suspense.
- The pacing of their romance. It wasn't an instant we're-madly-in-love-after-meeting-twice kind of thing, and their attraction to each other (in spite of the circumstances) felt real.
- In spite of the drama, there are some parts of the story that are so funny, I didn't want to put it down to work (which is how I ended up staying up so late to finish).
There are plenty of other factors that made me love this book, but it would turn into a summary of the story. Yes, I loved it that much.
Zoë is an imperfect heroine. Which I think makes me like her more. Hell, I can definitely identify with her better than some of the svelte supermodels who happen to look gorgeous when they get out of bed, have fabulous wardrobes they found at the vintage store and shoe collections worth more than some island country's GDP. Okay, she's not ugly and she does have a strong liking for Starbucks and designer clothes/shoes, most of which she can scarcely afford, but I guess her slightly insane personality balances it all out. I was half-convinced Kahari might take out a restraining order before all was said and done.
Speaking of Kahari, he is kind of perfect. Like tall, gorgeous, loves kids, appears to be the nicest guy ever perfect. Of course, he's attracted a crazy stalker. Zoë, being slightly misguided, sees this as an opportunity to jumpstart her struggling career as a sportscaster. Okay, that's not quite how it happened. More like her tongue outran her brain (which was only dealing with half a plan), all hell broke loose and the next thing I know, she's stalking Kahari herself. Fun, right?
Ha. I think Kayla might say I'm misstating this stuff, but I swear, I thought Zoë had lost her ever-loving mind at some point. Strangely, that was part of the draw of the book. Insane, but realisitic in the way that some women seem to get in their own way when it comes to relationships. I was dying to find out how Zoë would get her man (in a way that didn't feel rushed and was realistic in context) if she kept doing all these little things that drove him nuts. That's why I ended up reading half the book in one go - I refused to go to sleep yesterday until I finished it. It took until after 4AM, but it was totally worth it.
Things that made me love this book (contains spoilers):
- Zoë getting rid of her dickish boyfriend.
- A heroine who kept me guessing through most of the book.
- Speaking of ^^, a delightful amount of suspense.
- The pacing of their romance. It wasn't an instant we're-madly-in-love-after-meeting-twice kind of thing, and their attraction to each other (in spite of the circumstances) felt real.
- In spite of the drama, there are some parts of the story that are so funny, I didn't want to put it down to work (which is how I ended up staying up so late to finish).
There are plenty of other factors that made me love this book, but it would turn into a summary of the story. Yes, I loved it that much.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 1, 2017
Wide receiver Kahari Brown is a star on and off the field. He gives back to his community by keeping troubled youth active and off the streets and attempts to maintain a quiet and calm lifestyle despite being a celebrity.
If he could get his baby sister out of his house and working and crazy groupie Estela Rivera to stop claiming that he is the father of her child then everything would be all good. Enter Zoë Andrews. She's an ambitious beauty who is determined to make a name for herself in the world of sports. Zoë dreams of becoming a big name sportscaster one day and decides to take the initiative and try and interview Kahari during a post-game interview session. She asks him about his supposed child with Estela and immediately gets on Kahari's bad side.
In spite of their unfavorable first encounter, Zoë and Kahari have an awesome attraction for each other and learn so much about what makes them the incredible individuals that they are. When some more drama arises regarding another woman claiming to have some dirt about Kahari's past, they both need to make a decision on whether or not to trust each other.
Though the storyline kept me interested, I felt that there were some missing pieces. Like whatever happened to Estela after her self-destruction and why couldn't they get her to take a paternity test?
Overall, this was an attention-grabbing story from author Kayla Perrin.
If he could get his baby sister out of his house and working and crazy groupie Estela Rivera to stop claiming that he is the father of her child then everything would be all good. Enter Zoë Andrews. She's an ambitious beauty who is determined to make a name for herself in the world of sports. Zoë dreams of becoming a big name sportscaster one day and decides to take the initiative and try and interview Kahari during a post-game interview session. She asks him about his supposed child with Estela and immediately gets on Kahari's bad side.
In spite of their unfavorable first encounter, Zoë and Kahari have an awesome attraction for each other and learn so much about what makes them the incredible individuals that they are. When some more drama arises regarding another woman claiming to have some dirt about Kahari's past, they both need to make a decision on whether or not to trust each other.
Though the storyline kept me interested, I felt that there were some missing pieces. Like whatever happened to Estela after her self-destruction and why couldn't they get her to take a paternity test?
Overall, this was an attention-grabbing story from author Kayla Perrin.
June 5, 2012
Maybe it was my mood, because let me be honest, sometimes that does affect how into a book I can get, but this one just didn't do it for me. The jacket summary got my attention, and had me excited for the read, but it just didn't hold my attention, I found myself skimming through most of the book.
December 17, 2009
I really enjoyed this book. It was a very light read, but not your typical romance novel. The characters were very well developed and interesting. I will definitely read Ms. Perrin's work in the future.
April 20, 2012
Of course my girl Kayla has the love between her characters are always real an genuine. Zoe was insecure to the end and what that woman said about Kahari was wrong. This story was well written I loved it.
September 26, 2009
A highly ok book. Decent to read once ... post read cant remember half the stuff of what i read....
September 24, 2010
Book was okay!!!!!!!!!
August 5, 2012
One of my favorites KP books!
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March 8, 2014Ok, predictable. Enjoyed it.
September 2, 2014
One day read, this book is so great!
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October 1, 2008this is agood book
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