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The goal… Find Erik Nilsen, young star of England’s hottest football club, a nice girl.
The coach… International football superstar Jamie MacNiven. Over thirteen years with women using his money and his fame have left him more than jaded—it’s left him numb. But Jamie knows he can train Erik to win in his personal life as much as he wins on the field.
The drive… For Jamie it’s simple: Erik still believes in love. Naïve? Maybe, but the thought of the kid losing that faith twists a part of his heart he thought was long dead.
The playing field… Well, it certainly isn’t Europe, where everyone knows their faces and the amount of money in their bank accounts. No—there’s one obvious choice where to find a nice girl for the kid: Chicago.
Witty. Wacky. Winning.
With Winners Inc., the game plan to happily ever after is a sure thing.
The coach… International football superstar Jamie MacNiven. Over thirteen years with women using his money and his fame have left him more than jaded—it’s left him numb. But Jamie knows he can train Erik to win in his personal life as much as he wins on the field.
The drive… For Jamie it’s simple: Erik still believes in love. Naïve? Maybe, but the thought of the kid losing that faith twists a part of his heart he thought was long dead.
The playing field… Well, it certainly isn’t Europe, where everyone knows their faces and the amount of money in their bank accounts. No—there’s one obvious choice where to find a nice girl for the kid: Chicago.
Witty. Wacky. Winning.
With Winners Inc., the game plan to happily ever after is a sure thing.
39 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 8, 2022
About the author
Kathia
30 books21 followersKathia Zolfaghari writes mononymously as Kathia. She also writes under the name Kate Perry
With over 6 million books sold (and counting), Kathia’s novels have been #1 bestsellers around the world.
They’ve received starred reviews from Booklist, have consistently earned Editor’s Picks for Best Romance, and have been featured by O, The Oprah Magazine. Kathia has written over 40 books so far, some translated into several languages, all about hope and dreams and the bonds of friendship and family. She’s also written a couple screenplays and various poems (her ode to the color orange is particularly moving).
In addition to writing, Kathia is an acclaimed artist and photographer. The first painting she sold was in Paris, her favorite city in the world. Her artwork expresses in color what her books do in words. She selectively does commissions.
Kathia has been a master of Kung Fu San Soo since 2009, and she’s taught tai chi to adults and children for over twenty years. She’s also a master in the kitchen, her specialty being handmade 3-Michelin star pasta (or so her chef friend claims). She’s never been able to follow a recipe (everyone loves an element of surprise, right?), which makes it ironic that she loves to formulate cosmetics and haircare products.
A passionate world traveler, she’s lived in San Francisco, Buenos Aires, Paris, Madrid, New York, and Ireland. While she still loves to explore, she’s planted roots in the countryside where she tends her flower garden (she can make any seed pop) and sings Edith Piaf to her burgeoning bonsai forest. On any day, you’ll find her at home with friends and family, a pot burbling on the stove and one of her many eclectic playlists playing festively in the background.
With over 6 million books sold (and counting), Kathia’s novels have been #1 bestsellers around the world.
They’ve received starred reviews from Booklist, have consistently earned Editor’s Picks for Best Romance, and have been featured by O, The Oprah Magazine. Kathia has written over 40 books so far, some translated into several languages, all about hope and dreams and the bonds of friendship and family. She’s also written a couple screenplays and various poems (her ode to the color orange is particularly moving).
In addition to writing, Kathia is an acclaimed artist and photographer. The first painting she sold was in Paris, her favorite city in the world. Her artwork expresses in color what her books do in words. She selectively does commissions.
Kathia has been a master of Kung Fu San Soo since 2009, and she’s taught tai chi to adults and children for over twenty years. She’s also a master in the kitchen, her specialty being handmade 3-Michelin star pasta (or so her chef friend claims). She’s never been able to follow a recipe (everyone loves an element of surprise, right?), which makes it ironic that she loves to formulate cosmetics and haircare products.
A passionate world traveler, she’s lived in San Francisco, Buenos Aires, Paris, Madrid, New York, and Ireland. While she still loves to explore, she’s planted roots in the countryside where she tends her flower garden (she can make any seed pop) and sings Edith Piaf to her burgeoning bonsai forest. On any day, you’ll find her at home with friends and family, a pot burbling on the stove and one of her many eclectic playlists playing festively in the background.
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March 27, 2023
4⭐
🚨Book boyfriend and book girlfriend alert 🚨
Jamie and Rachel are both #beautifulinsideandoutgoals.
Featuring ~ dual 3rd person POV, instalove, celebrity, billionaire (not the flashy kind), sports romance (no actual sport playing), soccer, slow burn, some steamge
When the opening page says "You're in for a treat" I gotta wonder if it'll live up to that hype. Of course I can't help but be skeptical when trying a new author and one that I've never heard of at that~ no offense Kathia. Guess what? It most certainly was a treat!
Jamie and his mates are international football players. They are visiting Chicago during the off season, in hopes of finding their younger teammate, Erik, a girl. Jamie wasn't looking for love for himself, but when he sees the siren sitting at the local pub he knows right away that he's a goner.
Rachel is starting over after her divorce and back in the work force at an entry level position that she is over qualified for. She's working hard towards a big promotion that will advance her career and get her the recognition she deserves.
I think these two were the nicest characters I have ever read about and their chemistry was on point!
Everyone should have a grandmother like Lottie in their life. I loved her feisty character so much. She and Rachel have such a wonderful bond that truly makes me miss my grandmother.
All of the friendships in this book were lovely ~ Rachel & Chris, Rachel & Alice and Jamie & Didier & Erik. All characters were relatable and lovable in their own way. There were only 3 god awful characters.
I am happy to have a new author to get lost in the sweetness.
*Thanks to Kathia and Grey's Promotions for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
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🚨Book boyfriend and book girlfriend alert 🚨
Jamie and Rachel are both #beautifulinsideandoutgoals.
Featuring ~ dual 3rd person POV, instalove, celebrity, billionaire (not the flashy kind), sports romance (no actual sport playing), soccer, slow burn, some steamge
When the opening page says "You're in for a treat" I gotta wonder if it'll live up to that hype. Of course I can't help but be skeptical when trying a new author and one that I've never heard of at that~ no offense Kathia. Guess what? It most certainly was a treat!
Jamie and his mates are international football players. They are visiting Chicago during the off season, in hopes of finding their younger teammate, Erik, a girl. Jamie wasn't looking for love for himself, but when he sees the siren sitting at the local pub he knows right away that he's a goner.
Rachel is starting over after her divorce and back in the work force at an entry level position that she is over qualified for. She's working hard towards a big promotion that will advance her career and get her the recognition she deserves.
I think these two were the nicest characters I have ever read about and their chemistry was on point!
Everyone should have a grandmother like Lottie in their life. I loved her feisty character so much. She and Rachel have such a wonderful bond that truly makes me miss my grandmother.
All of the friendships in this book were lovely ~ Rachel & Chris, Rachel & Alice and Jamie & Didier & Erik. All characters were relatable and lovable in their own way. There were only 3 god awful characters.
I am happy to have a new author to get lost in the sweetness.
*Thanks to Kathia and Grey's Promotions for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my honest review*
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August 11, 2022
I liked Jamie and Rachel's story. For me it was insta-love with a touch of a slow burn. Why? Because they were attracted to each other instantly, but still didn't want to get into the deep straight away. Both of them wanted to give time to themselves, so they can get to know each other better.
This is my first book from the author and I actually enjoyed it quite a lot. We also had cute dates, sexy times and lots of fun.
However I am really hoping that we will have a book for Coco and Ditier. This will definately be interesting 😍.
***I received and ARC for this book and all opinions are my own.***
This is my first book from the author and I actually enjoyed it quite a lot. We also had cute dates, sexy times and lots of fun.
However I am really hoping that we will have a book for Coco and Ditier. This will definately be interesting 😍.
***I received and ARC for this book and all opinions are my own.***
August 7, 2022
This was one of the sweetest, most heart melting books I’ve ever read.
The characters stole my heart from their very first appearance with their beautiful souls and kind hearts. I fell in love with each and everyone of them.
Jamie and Rachel’s love story was enchanting, hypnotic, fantastic.
I can’t wait to read Didier and Erik’s love story.
The characters stole my heart from their very first appearance with their beautiful souls and kind hearts. I fell in love with each and everyone of them.
Jamie and Rachel’s love story was enchanting, hypnotic, fantastic.
I can’t wait to read Didier and Erik’s love story.
August 9, 2022
I have mixed feelings on this one.
After reading the blurb I thought this may be a fun twist on the realty tv dating show except your best mates are trying to find you a match. The plot sounded confusing from the book's summary but I decided to give it a try anyway.
I should have listened to my gut.
This book was confusing and, I felt, a bit misleading. I have a hard time even retelling what occurred. I went into this expecting a cute match making rom com and just got a jumbled mess.
The best thing about this book is the characters. They are charming, fun and the true stars of the story. I really liked them and their banter.
I also appreciated that the story featured an older (ages 30-40) couple.
Unfortunately, overall this book just wasn't for me.
* Thank you to Greys Promotions for providing an advanced reader's copy. I voluntarily read and reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*
After reading the blurb I thought this may be a fun twist on the realty tv dating show except your best mates are trying to find you a match. The plot sounded confusing from the book's summary but I decided to give it a try anyway.
I should have listened to my gut.
This book was confusing and, I felt, a bit misleading. I have a hard time even retelling what occurred. I went into this expecting a cute match making rom com and just got a jumbled mess.
The best thing about this book is the characters. They are charming, fun and the true stars of the story. I really liked them and their banter.
I also appreciated that the story featured an older (ages 30-40) couple.
Unfortunately, overall this book just wasn't for me.
* Thank you to Greys Promotions for providing an advanced reader's copy. I voluntarily read and reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*
August 8, 2022
I liked this book. It somewhat reminds me of Ted Lasso, with the football/soccer player Jamie, and that he enjoyed helping people win in all aspects of their lives. Rachel and Jamie were ADULTS. They treated each other with respect and care. The way their relationship started was thought out. Dual 3rd person POV. They fell in love very quickly, but it didn't seem rushed. The title of this book fits very well!
August 8, 2022
As a famous athlete, Jamie and his friends are constantly hounded by paparazzi and surrounded by women who want them for their sizable bank accounts and notoriety. At 30, Jamie is undecided about his future and wants to also help his younger teammate, Erik, find a good girl outside of Europe so he and his friends embark on a trip to Chicago to do just that. Jamie never pictured meeting someone like Rachel during his trip. They had an instant connection, but will that be enough for them to both change the trajectory of their lives?
This is the first in Kathia's Winners Inc series and I am hooked! Jamie and Rachel had an instant connection and their love story was the definition of sweet and swoon worthy. This did burn slowly for me, so I was not so patiently waiting for them to give it up and get together. My favorite part was Jamie making an effort to connect with Rachel's grandmother. He went out of his way to get to know her and earn her blessing and it was so thoughtful. It was nice to see Rachel come into herself in the end and be the person she wanted to be. There is some spice, but this is definitely a book focused more on the love story itself.
This is the first in Kathia's Winners Inc series and I am hooked! Jamie and Rachel had an instant connection and their love story was the definition of sweet and swoon worthy. This did burn slowly for me, so I was not so patiently waiting for them to give it up and get together. My favorite part was Jamie making an effort to connect with Rachel's grandmother. He went out of his way to get to know her and earn her blessing and it was so thoughtful. It was nice to see Rachel come into herself in the end and be the person she wanted to be. There is some spice, but this is definitely a book focused more on the love story itself.
August 9, 2022
This is the first book in the Winners Inc. about Erik, Jamie, and Dider. Three international footballers (soccer) come to Chicago for 3 weeks with the goal of finding a nice girl for Erik, a star of England's hottest football club. The other two are Jamie MacNiven, age 30 star forward of Italy's number one club who happens to also be England's most eligible bachelor and Didier Pascal who is Jamie's former teammate and friend. To say that Rachel surprises him is the understatement of the year. Both Jamie and Rachel are at crossroads in their lives not sure what is the best way forward, their unmatched chemistry sets them on a collision course. Rachel is this fiery sassy woman on one hand but yet she still is very hesitant and unsure on the other hand, she’s been burned in the past and she’s still having to deal with her trust issues. But her grandma Lottie God bless her love that woman to death she is fabulous. They all become really good fast friends, then Jamie and Rachel fall in love.
August 9, 2022
All In is a good book to throw in your bag to enjoy on a Summer day while sipping a cool beverage at the beach. It is a great escape into a world where characters are contemplating and making major life changes while finding love along the way. It is lighthearted fun with a bit of an international flair.
The book's strongest qualities are the characters, the familial bonds that form between them, and the theme of life transitions to which every reader can relate.
The male characters are charming and respectful while the female characters are nice girls with intelligence and a bit of sass. The major players are are a likeable and relatable group who get along well.
All In is the first in a series of books that feature international personalities who have come to the USA trying to transition their private lives away from the paparazzi and bring some simple normals into their lives. Kathia has done a good job of setting a firm foundation for a fun series of books.
The book's strongest qualities are the characters, the familial bonds that form between them, and the theme of life transitions to which every reader can relate.
The male characters are charming and respectful while the female characters are nice girls with intelligence and a bit of sass. The major players are are a likeable and relatable group who get along well.
All In is the first in a series of books that feature international personalities who have come to the USA trying to transition their private lives away from the paparazzi and bring some simple normals into their lives. Kathia has done a good job of setting a firm foundation for a fun series of books.
August 8, 2022
3 1/2 -4 stars
Winners Inc. Book 1
Three international footballers (soccer) come to Chicago for 3 weeks with the goal of finding a nice girl for Erik, a star of England's hottest football club. The other two are Jamie MacNiven, age 30 star forward of Italy's number one club who happens to also be England's most eligible bachelor and Didier Pascal who is Jamie's former teammate and friend. They figured Chicago because no one would know them and Jamie had been there before.
Jamie is debating whether he wants to continue playing his sport or retire. He is always the one everyone comes to for advice, he just needs to figure out what he wants to do.
Rachel Morgan, 35 is divorced and has come back to the place where she worked before and is working hard hoping to get a promotion. Hyde Park is where she lives and her friend Chris owns a bar called Clancy's. This old neighborhood is one that is looking to be redeveloped but Rachel is hoping to help Chris get his bar business turned around so he doesn't have to sell.
The guys head to the bar and end up meeting Rachel and hear about a speed dating event she has set up at Clancy's hoping to bring in business. Jamie is quite taken with Rachel. The more time they spend together the closer they become. But what happens at the end of the 3 weeks? Will Erik have found a sweet girl? What becomes of Rachel and Jamie and will he retire and does she get her promotion?
This is a new author for me. It started out a little slow but picked up. I would like to see what happens to the other guys. I loved Rachel's grandmother!
Winners Inc. Book 1
Three international footballers (soccer) come to Chicago for 3 weeks with the goal of finding a nice girl for Erik, a star of England's hottest football club. The other two are Jamie MacNiven, age 30 star forward of Italy's number one club who happens to also be England's most eligible bachelor and Didier Pascal who is Jamie's former teammate and friend. They figured Chicago because no one would know them and Jamie had been there before.
Jamie is debating whether he wants to continue playing his sport or retire. He is always the one everyone comes to for advice, he just needs to figure out what he wants to do.
Rachel Morgan, 35 is divorced and has come back to the place where she worked before and is working hard hoping to get a promotion. Hyde Park is where she lives and her friend Chris owns a bar called Clancy's. This old neighborhood is one that is looking to be redeveloped but Rachel is hoping to help Chris get his bar business turned around so he doesn't have to sell.
The guys head to the bar and end up meeting Rachel and hear about a speed dating event she has set up at Clancy's hoping to bring in business. Jamie is quite taken with Rachel. The more time they spend together the closer they become. But what happens at the end of the 3 weeks? Will Erik have found a sweet girl? What becomes of Rachel and Jamie and will he retire and does she get her promotion?
This is a new author for me. It started out a little slow but picked up. I would like to see what happens to the other guys. I loved Rachel's grandmother!
August 18, 2022
All In in the first in a series called Winners Inc. It's an enjoyable romance novel with likable characters.
It's also the first book by this author I've read, but I enjoyed the easy flow of the writing and would definitely try more by Kathia in the future.
I read a lot of romance but not many sports centred romances so that is something that interested me about this one.
I liked that this featured European footballers as I know a little about football so I felt like I could picture some of it well.
I think this is a good one for this time of year as well.
It's also the first book by this author I've read, but I enjoyed the easy flow of the writing and would definitely try more by Kathia in the future.
I read a lot of romance but not many sports centred romances so that is something that interested me about this one.
I liked that this featured European footballers as I know a little about football so I felt like I could picture some of it well.
I think this is a good one for this time of year as well.
August 19, 2022
You'll enjoy Jamie and Rachel's story. Their insta attraction will capture you're attention and take you on a roller coaster in this romance. This is the first book in the Winners Inc. about three International soccer players who come to Chicago in search of a nice woman for their team mate Erik. Jamie never imagined he'd find the love of his life. This was a really sweet and heartwarming story that will grab your attention right at the beginning. I read a free advance copy via Grey's Promotions and voluntarily chose to review it.
August 5, 2022
This was such a fun story, with such a wild band of characters that surrounds are two main characters Rachel and Jamie. Jamie is there hoping to find his buddy Erik, because he himself isn’t in the market for a women at this time in his life. To say that Rachel surprises him is the understatement of the year. Both Jamie and Rachel are at crossroads in their lives not sure what is the best way forward, their unmatched chemistry sets them on a collision course. Rachel is this fiery sassy woman on one hand but yet she still is very hesitant and unsure on the other hand, she’s been burned in the past and she’s still having to deal with her trust issues. But her grandma Lottie God bless her love that woman to death she is fabulous. Watching how Jamie and his friends Didier and Erik integrate themselves into this little neighborhood and into Rachel’s world is kind of amazing. They all become really good fast friends, then Jamie and Rachel fall in love. Through the ups and downs that celebrity throws their way they come out stronger in the end. I love that they got their happily ever after. I can’t wait for the next book in the series, I can’t wait to come back to all these characters.
August 6, 2022
Three European football players (Soccer to Americans) arrive in Chicago looking for a nice girl for the youngest player, Erik. Erik has only known the women who are after him for his money or the notoriety attached to being seen with a football star.
But Jamie MacNivan is blindsided the very first night when he meets Rachel Morgan in a neighborhood bar. And the attraction just might be mutual. She can’t stop looking at this handsome man with muscles and a delectable accent.
Jamie has a lot to think about. His contract is coming up for renewal but he’s been playing since he was drafted at 16! And, Rachel is working hard to put her life and career back together after her divorce.
Should they act upon their attraction? What happens when Jamie returns to Europe?
A charming book filled with great characters. I loved this book! I think you will too!
But Jamie MacNivan is blindsided the very first night when he meets Rachel Morgan in a neighborhood bar. And the attraction just might be mutual. She can’t stop looking at this handsome man with muscles and a delectable accent.
Jamie has a lot to think about. His contract is coming up for renewal but he’s been playing since he was drafted at 16! And, Rachel is working hard to put her life and career back together after her divorce.
Should they act upon their attraction? What happens when Jamie returns to Europe?
A charming book filled with great characters. I loved this book! I think you will too!
August 12, 2022
Women leave Jamie numb and apathetic. But when Jamie sees Rachel, something deep in the pit of his belly fires to life. Too bad for Jamie that Rachel has been burned in the past and has trust issues. All In is a contemporary romance full of banter, humor, romance and lovable characters and is a fun read!
August 10, 2022
This is the first in Kathia's Winners Inc series . Jamie and Rachel had an instant connection and the slow burn was there. All I waiting is for them to be together. It was nice to see the character development of Rachel. There is some spice but the book focuses more on the love connection.
Thank you Valentine PR and Kathia for the ARC!
Thank you Valentine PR and Kathia for the ARC!
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August 8, 2022
A beautiful and romantic story!
Jamie and Rachel are so sweet and lovely!
I've loved their relationship!
Plus Lottie, Rachel's grandmother, was a great character which I adored!
Had such a great time while reading it!
Jamie and Rachel are so sweet and lovely!
I've loved their relationship!
Plus Lottie, Rachel's grandmother, was a great character which I adored!
Had such a great time while reading it!
August 7, 2022
I enjoyed Jamie and Rachel’s contemporary love story. Watching them struggle with everyday decisions and outside pressures makes their complicated journey to happily ever after relatable and endearing. Great friendships and a grandmother you can’t help but love made this an entertaining read.
August 11, 2022
All In was an enjoyable read, it wasn't the best book I've ever read, but it also wasn't the worst.
It's a story of insta-love and friendship. I became invested enough in the characters, that even though it was just an okay read, I plan to read book 2 to find out what happens next!
One thing I did find difficult was the amount of French in the book. I don't know French so relied on my Kindle to translate a lot of what was said. In doing so, it disrupted the flow.
It's a story of insta-love and friendship. I became invested enough in the characters, that even though it was just an okay read, I plan to read book 2 to find out what happens next!
One thing I did find difficult was the amount of French in the book. I don't know French so relied on my Kindle to translate a lot of what was said. In doing so, it disrupted the flow.
August 17, 2022
I read All In by KATHIA as an ebook for Random Things Tours blog tour. All In is a delightful, light and heartwarming contemporary romantic novel. I’m so happy that I read this novel for this blog tour. This novel tells a story about an international football star and his friends who travel to Chicago looking for love for their young and shy friend/teammate. Life, of course, doesn’t work according to a plan and unexpectedly it is the main character who ends up finding love. I like reading romance novels, especially when I discover a new author for me that I like and whose writing style I love.
I loved Chicago as a location for All In, as I like to travel to exotic locations via books and novels. I also loved the character development and finding out about the main characters as the romantic story unfolded. It was interesting reading about football stars especially so down to earth ones. I liked the fact that the superstar of European football falls in love with a girl next door type rather than a supermodel or a gold digger type. I also liked the happy ending in this novel. It was a very refreshing story and this novel put a smile on my face.
This romantic novel is a first novel by KATHIA that I have read, but I would like to read more in the future. I found it to be quite a quick but pleasant read. I’m giving this novel 4 stars and I recommend it to other readers/fans of romantic fiction.
I loved Chicago as a location for All In, as I like to travel to exotic locations via books and novels. I also loved the character development and finding out about the main characters as the romantic story unfolded. It was interesting reading about football stars especially so down to earth ones. I liked the fact that the superstar of European football falls in love with a girl next door type rather than a supermodel or a gold digger type. I also liked the happy ending in this novel. It was a very refreshing story and this novel put a smile on my face.
This romantic novel is a first novel by KATHIA that I have read, but I would like to read more in the future. I found it to be quite a quick but pleasant read. I’m giving this novel 4 stars and I recommend it to other readers/fans of romantic fiction.
August 11, 2022
Jamie, Didier, and Erik go to Chicago to spend some down time from playing football (Soccer). They want to go somewhere they aren't recognized and can find Erik a girl who likes him for him and not his bank account. When they start their mission Jamie quickly realizes that Erik needs more work than he originally thought. When Jamie meets the woman that would quickly come to mean everything to him.
Rachel meets Jamie at her friends' bar, she is not out for romance after her divorce, but there just seems to be something about Jamie that she just can't forget. As Jamie and Rachel spend more time together she realizes there is something between them, but she can't forget he is going back to Europe to play football in 3 weeks. What will they do, when they realize they are more than just a fling? Will Jamie quit football? Will she move to Europe with him?
At first I didn't know what to think about this book. I will admit it took me a little bit to get into it, but after a couple chapters and I really got to see these two character interact I thought it was really cute. I loved Rachel's grandmother, she is a spit fire and isn't afraid to speak her mind. She is everything a grandmother should be. This book is borderline addicting and you just can't help but love these characters. I recommend this book.
Received ARC in exchange for voluntary honest review.
Rachel meets Jamie at her friends' bar, she is not out for romance after her divorce, but there just seems to be something about Jamie that she just can't forget. As Jamie and Rachel spend more time together she realizes there is something between them, but she can't forget he is going back to Europe to play football in 3 weeks. What will they do, when they realize they are more than just a fling? Will Jamie quit football? Will she move to Europe with him?
At first I didn't know what to think about this book. I will admit it took me a little bit to get into it, but after a couple chapters and I really got to see these two character interact I thought it was really cute. I loved Rachel's grandmother, she is a spit fire and isn't afraid to speak her mind. She is everything a grandmother should be. This book is borderline addicting and you just can't help but love these characters. I recommend this book.
Received ARC in exchange for voluntary honest review.
August 12, 2022
This standalone first book in a new series is also the first book that I've read from this author. All In started really strongly. There are great characters - both the leads and some really strong side players, as well as wonderful interaction between everyone. It's great to read a story where the guy is trying to find his place, normally it's the female, and this made for a wonderful perspective. The story starts strong and is so enjoyable, but by about the middle, maybe two thirds, of the way through, it kind of lost me. Instead of snappy conversation it became a bit cliched and schmaltzy. Considering that the only French character was not either of the mains, there is a surprising amount of French scattered throughout. Which is fine if you understand French or it's translated for you, but since it wasn't and I don't, it broke my flow every time while I had to go to Translate and quickly became an annoyance. Overall, while it wasn't a fantastic read, I'd be happy to give this author another go.
August 7, 2022
This is the first in a new series. Erik is an up-and-coming football star, and Jamie is an international football star, whose life is at a crossroads, with retirement looming. Three international football stars arrive is Chicago for 3 weeks to find Erik a nice girl who is not just after his money. Rachel is divorced and is working hard to get her life back on track, and when she and Jamie meets in a bar, there is an instant connection between them. This is an enjoyable story, with humor, witty banter, family, friendships, fun, trust issues, undeniable chemistry, challenges, and love, which leads to a compelling page turner.
I received a free copy of this book via Greys Promotions and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Greys Promotions and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 12, 2022
OMG EU FOOTBALL players! The three of them are just hot hot hot! This super fast love but a bit of slow burn is steamy and so cute. It's sweet with the community and bar setting. Loved the grandma so much. Jamie is trying to figure out what is next after football and helping a mate- Erik find a nice girl.
Hope we get some more of this series! I enjoy the pace, flow, steam of this one!
Hope we get some more of this series! I enjoy the pace, flow, steam of this one!
April 18, 2023
interesting!
I really liked the way the characters were portrayed in this book! The motivations for coming to Chicago were funny but the desire to help their teammate was pure and funny. Soul searching is never easy and finding a new direction is always difficult but the writing here was creative and engaging.
I really liked the way the characters were portrayed in this book! The motivations for coming to Chicago were funny but the desire to help their teammate was pure and funny. Soul searching is never easy and finding a new direction is always difficult but the writing here was creative and engaging.
April 17, 2024
An interesting plot. Had a great start, with chemistry between hero and heroine. It was a relaxing read. But I did think the pacing was too fast, as after a few days of meeting, they fell in love. I wanted more emotional connection between them before they dropped the “I love you” bomb. Nice camaraderie amongst the three men.
August 15, 2022
The characters were a great mix and drew you in to want to spend time with them. Jaime and Rachel were great from the meet cute to the HEA. In the theme of the book the one word I would use is delightful.
August 19, 2022
I loved the characters. The premise was fresh. Three European football stars come to Chicago to help one of them meet a nice girl.
The love was instant and it took the rest of book for their real life to reconcile with their love and commitment to each other.
Very enjoyable read.
The love was instant and it took the rest of book for their real life to reconcile with their love and commitment to each other.
Very enjoyable read.
May 4, 2023
All in
I loved reading this book. It was full of getting to know a new crush, full of romance, and it kept you turning the page to see what would happen next. I would recommend this book to any one that likes a happy ending.
I loved reading this book. It was full of getting to know a new crush, full of romance, and it kept you turning the page to see what would happen next. I would recommend this book to any one that likes a happy ending.
May 29, 2023
Brilliant
Really enjoyed reading this nook, a first time reading anything by this author. Will definitely be reading more and will definitely be recommending this author to my friends
Really enjoyed reading this nook, a first time reading anything by this author. Will definitely be reading more and will definitely be recommending this author to my friends
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