Professional NFL Quarterback, Mick Riley, lives for the game but now that the season is over, Mick feels restless. Elizabeth, Mick's agent, does her part by tossing glamorous women his way to get Mick's face out in the public but Mick is getting tired of the meaningless time spent with the beauties chosen for him. Mick is ready for a normal relationship with a woman he can talk to, hang out with, and enjoy being just himself. During a party for the team, Mick recognizes the beautiful yet normal looking woman standing off to the side; Mick quickly decides to approach her. This woman is exactly what he is looking for but Mick has problem, he is so caught up in the refreshing experience he fails to get her name and number after she escapes.

Tara Lincoln has come a long way from being a troubled pregnant teenager. Tara now has a wonderful teenage son and a business beginning to gain speed. Tara is hoping that by planning a party for a NFL Football team her success will generate some new clients, and so far the night is going off without a hitch. Between the models, actresses, and players, someone will know someone else who needs a party planned. While observing the dance floor and the activity swirling around her, Tara is taken by surprise as NFL Quarterback Mick Riley boldly walks up to her and begins to charm her with simple conversation and pleasant company. Tara has no problem with a little conversation but she is not available for more.

Holy Smokes! I am pretty sure I saw steam rising from every page. Jaci Burton brings plenty of charm and depth to the characters in this fresh new series but the chemistry is hot.

Book Summary

From the national bestselling author of Riding the Night comes an erotic story about love and the games people play.

The last thing event planner Tara Lincoln needs is the jet-set lifestyle of a football pro like Mick Riley; even though their steamy and passionate one-night stand proved that Mick is an all-star—both on the field and in the bedroom.

Tara played the game of love once and lost big, and she doesn’t intend to put herself out there again, especially with a certified heart-breaker. But when Mick sets his mind to win, nothing will stop him. And he has the perfect play in mind to catch this sultry vixen.

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