April 1, 2016
Heath Lancaster, professional football player and hopeful rising star, sees his dreams stalled when the league goes on strike. Stuck in a Virginia beach house with nothing to do but play, he meets beautiful yet reserved local Jordan Walker, who has put dating on permanent hiatus after an affair with a married man all but destroyed her life and self-esteem. Heath has a similar history of being burned, so the two agree to a steamy no-strings sex game to last the summer season. But a ghost emerges from Jordan's past just as the couple turn their attraction to genuine affection, making a simple summer fling more complicated than either could have imagined. Jace (Sand and Sun; Hot as Blazes) puts a sporty spin on the casual sex trope, with athletic Jordan and pro footballer Heath scoring on and off the field. VERDICT This familiar tale of a hookup with a happy ending fits the bill for a great beach read. Recommended for followers of Jace's series and sports-themed erotica fans.
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