New Releases by Jaci Burton

In the new Play-By-Play novel by the New York Times bestselling author of All Wound Up, a football hot shot and his best friend’s sister are breaking all the rules. All the Right Moves For Barrett Cassidy, playing defense for the Tampa Hawks is a dream come true. And now he may have discovered his dream woman. Harmony Evans, once the sweet, gawky teenage sister of his best friend and teammate has grown into a smart, gorgeous woman with moves he finds hard to resist. But he knows he can’t get involved with his best friend’s sister—it’s guy code. Harmony has always gone after what she wants with single-minded determination, from her independence to her education to her career in interior design. She never expected her youthful crush on Barrett to develop into something deeper. And she’s not about to let some ridiculous man rules or her brother stand in her way. When the chemistry is this combustible, lines tend to get crossed. And when Barrett and Harmony’s secret gets out, it just might be game over...

In the new Play-By-Play novel by the New York Times bestselling author of All Wound Up, a football hot shot and his best friend''s sister are breaking all the rules. All the Right Moves For Barrett Cassidy, playing defense for the Tampa Hawks is a dream come true. And now he may have discovered his dream woman. Harmony Evans, once the sweet, gawky teenage sister of his best friend and teammate has grown into a smart, gorgeous woman with moves he finds hard to resist. But he knows he can''t get involved with his best friend''s sister it''s guy code. Harmony has always gone after what she wants with single minded determination, from her independence to her education to her career in interior design. She never expected her youthful crush on Barrett to develop into something deeper. And she''s not about to let some ridiculous man rules or her brother stand in her way. When the chemistry is this combustible, lines tend to get crossed. And when Barrett and Harmony''s secret gets out, it just might be game over.

The New York Times bestselling author of Love After All and the Play-by-Play series delivers a new novel about how love sometimes has plans of its own. Having left his hometown of Hope years ago, only one thing could persuade architect Reid McCormack to come home for a lengthy stay—the challenge of renovating a historic building. But once the job is finished, he’ll be headed back to Boston, no matter how much he’s drawn to beautiful florist Samantha Reasor. Samantha watches over her elderly grandmother and pours a piece of herself into every floral creation she designs. Her crush on Reid has been blooming for a while now, but she’s reluctant to act on it. A temporary fling isn’t what she’s looking for, even if Reid is smoking hot and super sexy. She wants a real, permanent, forever kind of love. Two people with different goals couldn’t possibly work, and yet as their attraction grows into something deeper, maybe falling in love is the one thing Samantha and Reid can build a future on.

Make Me Stay is the fifth in the sexy, heartwarming Hope series from Jaci Burton, New York Times bestselling author of the Play-By-Play series. Perfect for fans of Bella Andre, Jill Shalvis and Nora Roberts. Welcome to Hope, Oklahoma. The small town that''s sure to warm your heart. Full of big hearts, fiery passion and love everlasting... Sometimes love has a plan all of its own... Only the challenge of renovating a historic building could persuade architect Reid McCormack to return to his hometown of Hope. And once the job is finished, he''s heading right back to Boston...no matter how drawn he is to beautiful florist Samantha Reasor. Samantha watches over her elderly grandmother and pours a piece of herself into every floral creation she designs. However sexy she finds Reid, she''s resisting acting on her crush. Samantha''s not in the market for a temporary fling - she wants something real, permanent...and forever. With such different outlooks, how can these two possibly work? Yet as their attraction grows deeper, Samantha and Reid realise that maybe love is the one thing they can build a future on. For more romance to warm your heart, check out the rest of the Hope series which began with Hope Smoulders, or look for Jaci''s sexy sports romance series, Play-By-Play, beginning with The Perfect Play.

The new Play-by-Play romance from the New York Times bestselling author of All Wound Up. Includes a bonus excerpt from Jaci Burton’s Stay with Me and Unexpected Rush! Tori Baldwin is a successful sports agent who enjoys her work, her clients, and, on the occasional free night, an uncomplicated love life. While unwinding over Christmas in Hawaii, she chances upon a surfing competition, and all the lean hard men that come with it—especially Alex McConnell, a young surfer at the top of his game, and his sexy business manager, Ben Reynolds. The attraction Tori feels for both men is off the charts and fueling the hottest passion she’s ever felt. Soon, Alex and Ben will move on to the next big wave and Tori will head home. But as each night passes, Alex and Ben’s feelings for Tori swell. And for the first time ever, Tori’s thinking twice about the men she’ll leave behind—and a kind of love that could change all their lives forever. “Jaci Burton’s stories are full of heat and heart.”—New York Times bestselling author Maya Banks “A wild ride.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Lora Leigh

All Wound Up is the tenth sexy novel in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. This player is done striking out... Baseball player Tucker Cassidy is experiencing a slump in his professional - and personal - game. After a painful altercation involving his ex-girlfriend''s knee, he''s convinced things couldn''t get worse...until a gorgeous doctor comes to the rescue at his most embarrassing moment. Dr Aubry Ross''s father owns a baseball team and she''s been around players all her life. She''s not about to fall for Tucker, however funny and sexy he may be. She''s pleasantly surprised, though, to find he respects her job and, when he keeps appearing at her hospital, Aubry starts to think he''s getting injured just to see her. But with her father disapproving of their relationship, will they realise this game-changing love is worth the fight? Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

All Wound Up is the tenth sexy novel in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. This player is done striking out... Baseball player Tucker Cassidy is experiencing a slump in his professional - and personal - game. After a painful altercation involving his ex-girlfriend''s knee, he''s convinced things couldn''t get worse...until a gorgeous doctor comes to the rescue at his most embarrassing moment. Dr Aubry Ross''s father owns a baseball team and she''s been around players all her life. She''s not about to fall for Tucker, however funny and sexy he may be. She''s pleasantly surprised, though, to find he respects her job and, when he keeps appearing at her hospital, Aubry starts to think he''s getting injured just to see her. But with her father disapproving of their relationship, will they realise this game-changing love is worth the fight? Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

In the latest novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Hope Burns, a woman discovers that the man she least expects is exactly what she needs… High school math teacher Chelsea Gardner has the perfect plan. She’s tired of dating all the wrong men, and after years of frustration, she’s developed a foolproof list of requirements for finding “The One.” Bar owner Sebastian “Bash” Palmer finds Chelsea beautiful, smart and fun, but he thinks her list is ridiculous and unnecessary. Intent on proving Chelsea is looking for love in all the wrong ways, he offers to help her find the “perfect” man. Chelsea knows Bash isn’t the right guy for her—he barely meets one of her criteria—but there’s something about the charismatic man that has her yearning for things that are most definitely not list approved. Because sometimes, a relationship that looks totally wrong on paper can turn out incredibly right…

Love After All is the fourth in the sexy, heartwarming Hope series from Jaci Burton, New York Times bestselling author of the Play-By-Play series. Perfect for fans of Bella Andre, Jill Shalvis and Nora Roberts. Welcome to Hope, Oklahoma. The small town that''s sure to warm your heart. Full of big hearts, fiery passion and love everlasting... Will she find what she needs in the last place she expects? High school teacher Chelsea Gardner has the perfect plan. Tired of dating the wrong men, she''s developed a foolproof list of requirements for finding ''The One''. Bar owner Sebastian ''Bash'' Palmer finds Chelsea beautiful, smart and fun, but thinks her list is ridiculous and unnecessary. Intent on proving Chelsea is looking for love in all the wrong ways, he offers to help her find the ''perfect'' man. Chelsea knows Bash isn''t the right guy for her - he barely meets one of her criteria - but there''s something about the charismatic man that has her yearning for things that are most definitely not list approved. Because sometimes, a relationship that looks totally wrong on paper can turn out incredibly right... For more romance to warm your heart, check out the rest of the Hope series which began with Hope Smoulders, or look for Jaci''s sexy sports romance series, Play-By-Play, beginning with The Perfect Play.

Cassidy knows how to be a football star: flash that dazzling smile, throw the winning pass, get the girl. But while the hot quarterback loves the game and the lifestyle, no woman has come close to catching his heart. Then he matches wits with a smart, gorgeous model, and Grant finds himself wanting more than a fling. Supermodel Katrina Koslova might live in a world of glitz and camera flashes, but she works hard to provide for the family that relies on her. She doesn''t have time for fun - much less a boyfriend - but Grant seems determined to be the exception to Katrina''s rule. Their explosive chemistry is undeniable, but Katrina''s afraid to let go and rely on anyone but herself.

Quarterback Draw is the ninth sizzling Play-By-Play novel from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. This time he''s playing for keeps... Grant Cassidy knows how to be a football star. But while the hot quarterback loves the game and the lifestyle, no woman has come close to catching his heart, until he matches wits with a smart, gorgeous model. Supermodel Katrina Koslova might live in a world of glitz, but she works hard to provide for the family that relies on her. She doesn''t have time for fun - much less a boyfriend. Their explosive chemistry is undeniable, but Katrina''s afraid to rely on anyone but herself. Except Grant intends prove he''s a man of style and substance - a man she can count on. Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

In this original holiday novella in the Play-By-Play series, New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton gives readers the gift of “plenty of romance, sexy men, hot steamy loving, and humor.” (Smexy Books) Superstar hockey player Patrick “Trick” Niemeyer and dancer Stella Slovinski have picked up where they left off a year ago, resuming their hot, uncomplicated affair. Stella refuses to call it dating, or a relationship. But lately, Trick is looking for more… Stella’s been burned before—in a relationship she never talks about—not with her family, not with her friends, and definitely not with Trick. But now it’s the holiday season and Trick is determined to give Stella his heart wrapped up in a bow. He knows Stella is the right woman for him, but he’ll have to melt the ice surrounding her heart to keep her from walking away. Includes a preview of Jaci Burton’s QUARTERBACK DRAW and LOVE AFTER ALL. Praise for the novels of Jaci Burton “Jaci Burton does raw, passionate romance like no other.”—Joyfully Reviewed “A wild ride.”—#1 New York Times Bestselling Author Lora Leigh “The characters are incredible. They are human and complex and real and perfect.”—Night Owl Erotica “[Jaci Burton] delivers the passionate, inventive, sexually explicit love scenes that fans expect.”—USA Today Happy Ever After reviews

Holiday On Ice is a sexy holiday enovella in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. Superstar hockey player Patrick ''Trick'' Niemeyer and dancer Stella Slovinski have picked up where they left off a year ago, resuming their hot, uncomplicated affair. Stella refuses to call it dating, or a relationship. But lately, Trick is looking for more... Stella''s been burned before - in a relationship she never talks about - not with her family, not with her friends, and definitely not with Trick. But now it''s the holiday season and Trick is determined to give Stella his heart wrapped up in a bow. He knows Stella is the right woman for him, but he''ll have to melt the ice surrounding her heart to keep her from walking away. Includes a preview of Quarterback Draw and Love After All. Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

A novel of small-town hearts and big dreams—from the author of Hope Ignites and the Play-by-Play novel Straddling the Line… “PREPARE TO FALL IN LOVE…”—Jill Shalvis Molly Burnett dreads returning to her hometown of Hope for her sister’s wedding, especially knowing she’ll have to endure a weekend with the one man she never wants to see again. It’s only a couple of days, so Molly will try to forget her painful past with high school sweetheart Carter Richards. Because despite the bitter memories, she still can’t forget what they once meant to each other. But when Molly is forced to extend her stay, Carter sees this as his second chance to do things right, to start over again with the only woman he’s ever loved. This time, he isn’t going to let Molly run. Together they’re going to confront the past and put it behind them, and hope for a future as bright as the flame that still burns hot between them.

Hope Burns is the third in the sexy, heartwarming Hope series from Jaci Burton, New York Times bestselling author of the Play-By-Play series. Perfect for fans of Bella Andre, Jill Shalvis and Nora Roberts. Welcome to Hope, Oklahoma. The small town that''s sure to warm your heart. Full of big hearts, fiery passion and love everlasting... Will she risk her heart for a second chance at love? Molly Burnett is dreading returning to her hometown of Hope for her sister''s wedding, especially knowing she''ll have to endure a weekend with the one man she never wants to see again - her high-school sweetheart Carter Richards. Because despite the bitter memories, she still can''t forget what they once meant to each other. But when Molly is forced to extend her stay, Carter sees this as his second chance to start over again with the only woman he''s ever loved. This time, he isn''t going to let Molly run. Together they''re going to confront the past and put it behind them, and hope for a future as bright as the flame that still burns hot between them. For more romance to warm your heart, check out the rest of the Hope series which began withHope Smoulders, or look for Jaci''s sexy sports romance series, Play-By-Play, beginning with The Perfect Play.

Trevor Shay has it all—a successful football and baseball career, and any woman he wants. But when he finds out his college mentor’s daughter is in trouble, he drops everything to come to her aid. Haven Briscoe has finally landed a dream job as a sportscaster for a major network. But she hasn’t been able to move past the recent death of her beloved father, and it’s affecting her career. A plum assignment following the daily life of sports superstar Trevor Shay might be just the inspiration she needs… Trevor will do anything to spark life back into Haven, including letting her into every aspect of his world. The chemistry between them flames higher than one of Trevor’s home runs and faster than his dashes to the end zone. But as they grow closer, Haven stumbles onto Trevor’s closely guarded secret, one he’s hidden his entire life. And despite his protests, now it’s Haven’s turn to put everything on hold to help Trevor. Will he let her in and trust her with a secret that could blow his professional and personal world apart?

Straddling The Line is the eighth scorching book in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. The sparks are flying...and the game is on. Trevor Shay has it all - a successful sports career, and any woman he wants. But when he finds out his college mentor''s daughter is in trouble, he drops everything to help her. Haven Briscoe has landed a dream job as a sportscaster. But she hasn''t been able to move past the recent death of her beloved father, and it''s affecting her career. An assignment following the daily life of superstar Trevor Shay might be just the inspiration she needs... As they grow closer, Haven stumbles on to Trevor''s most closely guarded secret. Can he trust her with a revelation that could blow his professional and personal world apart? Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Hope Flames and the hot new Play-by-Play novel, Melting the Ice, comes an all-new novel of small-town romance, second chances, and hope… When a movie crew asks to film on his cattle ranch, Logan McCormack doesn’t expect Desiree Jenkins, the young, sought-after star, to be so open, so down-to-earth, or so intimately interested in him. But the last thing a loner like Logan needs is a distraction like Des, who wouldn’t understand what it’s like to live peacefully off the land. But it’s Logan who doesn’t understand. What Des wants is an escape from paparazzi and gossip columns, and she’s found it at Logan’s ranch. Now it’s up to her to prove that she’s like any other girl looking to be accepted for who she is. And she’s hoping that it’s by this real-life cowboy who has everything it takes—and more—to give her the kind of happily ever after that can’t be found in the movies. “Jaci Burton’s books are always sexy, romantic, and charming! A hot hero, a lovable heroine, and an adorable dog—prepare to fall in love with Jaci Burton’s amazing new small-town romance series.”—Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author

Hope Ignites is the second in the sexy, heartwarming Hope series from Jaci Burton, New York Times bestselling author of the Play-By-Play series. Perfect for fans of Bella Andre, Jill Shalvis and Nora Roberts. Welcome to Hope, Oklahoma. The small town that''s sure to warm your heart. Full of big hearts, fiery passion and love everlasting... She is one distraction he simply can''t resist... When a move crew asks to film on his cattle ranch, Logan McCormack doesn''t expect Desiree Jenkins, the young star with the bad-girl rep, to be so open, so down-to-earth...or so intimately interested in him. Des is desperate for an escape from paparazzi and gossip columns, and she''s found it at Logan''s ranch. But more than that, she hoping that this real-life cowboy will be the one to accept her for who she is, and give her the kind of happily ever after that can''t be found in the movies... For more romance to warm your heart, check out the rest of the Hope series which began with Hope Smoulders, or look for Jaci''s sexy sports romance series, Play-By-Play, beginning with The Perfect Play.

A HOPE NOVELLA “Jaci Burton does raw, passionate romance like no other” (Joyfully Reviewed), and the New York Times bestselling author of Hope Ignites and the hot new Play-by-Play novel Straddling the Line proves it again in this novella of second chances… Jane Kline is a struggling divorcee and single mother with a social life on hold. Not only does Jane not have the time to date anyone, she’s not even going to consider making herself vulnerable to another man after being deserted by her husband. That’s why Will Griffin, her ex’s former best friend, takes her totally by surprise. What would such a hot and sexy wild card see in a harried mother juggling two kids and two jobs? For starters, everything Jane no longer sees in herself. As she dares to take the flirtation to the next step, Jane finds herself back where she never wanted to be—falling for another man. Now it’s up to Will to convince Jane that she has everything he wants in a woman, and that the second time around can be the best time of all. Includes previews of Jaci Burton’s new Hope novel Hope Ignites and her new Play-by-Play novel, Straddling the Line Hope Smolders previously appeared in Hot Summer Nights Jaci Burton is a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author of the Hope novels, Hope Ignites and Hope Flames, and the Play-by-Play novels, Straddling the Line, One Sweet Ride, and Thrown by a Curve. She lives in Oklahoma with her husband and dogs. Praise for the novels of Jaci Burton “Sexy, romantic, and charming…prepare to fall in love with Jaci Burton’s amazing new small-town romance series.”—Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author “A wild ride.”—#1 New York Times Bestselling Author Lora Leigh

Romance gets too hot to handle in this Play-by-Play novel from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Everything’s coming together for budding fashion designer Carolina Preston. Only months away from having her own line, she could use some publicity. That’s when her brother suggests his best friend as a model—hockey player Drew Hogan. Carolina and Drew already have a history—a hot one, back in college. Unforgettable for Carolina, but for Drew, just another slap shot. This time, though, it’s different. His perfect body would be for professional use only. This time, she could use him. Drew is all for it. He’s looking forward to the exposure. Plus, it would give him a chance to prove to Carolina that he’s changed. If only he could thaw her emotions, convince her to let down her guard and let him in just one more time...

Melting The Ice is the seventh sizzling novel in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. She wants his body...for professional use only. Budding fashion designer Carolina Preston could use some publicity for her new line and her brother has the perfect model in mind - his best friend, hockey player Drew Hogan - the man who walked out of Carolina''s life after one unforgettable night. Drew is all for it. He''s looking forward to the exposure. Plus, it would give him a chance to prove to Carolina that he''s changed. If only he could thaw the wall of ice between them and convince her to let him in just one more time... Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

Hope Flames is the first in the sexy, heartwarming Hope series from Jaci Burton, New York Times bestselling author of the Play-By-Play series. Perfect for fans of Bella Andre, Jill Shalvis and Nora Roberts. Welcome to Hope, Oklahoma. The small town that''s sure to warm your heart. Full of big hearts, fiery passion and love everlasting... When it comes to love, they already know the rules...by heart. Thirty-two and finally setting up her veterinary practice in the town she once called home, Emma Burnett is on her own and loving it. Independent and driven, she''s not letting any man get in the way of her dreams - not again. That''s fine with Luke McCormack. Divorced and hardly lacking in female company when he needs it, he''s devoted to the only faithful companion in his life - his police dog. Still, there''s something about Emma he can''t shake. When a series of local break-ins leaves Emma vulnerable, she seeks help from the first man to spark her desire in years. And now they''re giving each other something they thought they''d lost forever...hope. For more romance to warm your heart, check out the rest of the Hope series, or look for Jaci''s sexy sports romance series, Play-By-Play, beginning with The Perfect Play.

Playing To Win is the fourth seductive thrill ride in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. Someone''s going to have to let down their guard... Football star Cole Riley is notorious for doing as he pleases - on the field and off. But if he doesn''t clean up his act, his career is over - so Cole reluctantly agrees to work with image makeover consultant Savannah Brooks. He''s not used to being told what to do, especially by some (admittedly hot) southern belle. As for Savannah, she''s not convinced she can transform this cocky (and aggressively sexy) force of nature. But she''s determined to give it her best shot. When the sparks start to fly, Savannah lays down the ground rules: no personal complications. But for two people determined to have it all, a hands-off policy can only last so long before one of them yields. Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

One Sweet Ride is the sixth sizzling, exciting novel in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. To get what you want, you have to move fast. Gray Preston was born into money, but he''s built his racing empire on hard work and muscle. And now that Gray has millions of fans, his senator father sends one of his aides, Evelyn Hill, to elicit Gray''s help in garnering votes for the upcoming national election. The more time Evelyn spends with Gray, the more she wants him. But any desire that threatens to derail the carefully laid plans for her future in politics is a dangerous one. With the passion Gray and Evelyn share running hotter than either imagined, one of them is going to have to compromise, or else run the risk of losing more than their hearts. Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

Someone''s going to have to let down their guard. Football star Cole Riley is notorious for doing as he pleases - on the field and off. He parties hard and fights harder, but if he doesn''t clean up his act, his career is over - so Cole reluctantly agrees to work with image makeover consultant Savannah Brooks. He''s not used to being told what to do, especially by some (admittedly hot) Southern belle. As for Savannah, she''s not convinced she can transform this cocky (and aggressively sexy) force of nature. But she''s determined to give it her best shot.

Jaci Burton - New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the ''must-read'' (Fresh Fiction) Play-By-Play series - gets off the sports field and in to law enforcement with the first in her hot new contemporary romance series, Hope Flames. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. When it comes to love, they already know the rules...by heart. Thirty-two and finally setting up her veterinary practice in the town she once called home, Emma Burnett is on her own and loving it. Independent and driven, she''s not letting any man get in the way of her dreams. Not again. That''s fine with Luke McCormack. Divorced and hardly lacking in female company when he needs it, he''s devoted to the only faithful companion in his life - his police dog. Still, there''s something about Emma he can''t shake. When a series of local break-ins leaves Emma vulnerable, she seeks help from the first man to spark her desire in years. And now they''re giving each other something they thought they''d lost forever...hope. This is a series to warm your heart about second chances at love, first loves reunited, and finding love when and where you least expect it. Check out the next in the series, Hope Ignites, or look for Jaci''s sexy sports romance beginning with The Perfect Play.

This player has a few surprise moves. Alicia Riley''s love for her job as a sports therapist for the St Louis Rivers baseball team is tested when she has to work with star pitcher Garrett Scott. Out of the line-up with an injury, he''s short-tempered, hard to handle, and every solid inch, a man. At first the only demand he makes is that Alicia get him ready to pitch. That is, until the hot sparks fly and Garrett figures there''s no better therapy than sex. Alicia''s tempted to oblige Garrett just about anything. But with their careers at stake, one bad move and it''s game over for them both.

Taking A Shot is the passionately sexy third installment in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. If you want to score, you have to get in the game... The last thing Jenna Riley needs is more sports in her life. While her brothers are athletic superstars, she''s stuck running the family''s bar, whether she likes it or not. But when pro hockey stud Tyler Anderson walks in, Jenna''s vow to never fall for a jock - even one as hot as Ty - is put to the test. As Ty gains her trust, the passion between them grows, as does Ty''s insistence that Jenna should start living for herself. With his encouragement, Jenna starts to believe it too. But first she has to figure out what she wants, who she loves, and if she has the passion and pride to take a shot at having it all - including Ty... Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

Changing The Game is the second steamy hot tale in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. Playing by the rules isn''t for everyone... Win at any cost. That''s always been the mantra of sports agent Liz Darnell. When she carries things too far, she loses a major client in Mick Riley and figures his brother - baseball pro Gavin Riley - will be the next to go. With little left to lose Liz decides to get one taste of the player she''s had a thing for since she first laid on eyes on him. But Gavin has a mind of his own, and Liz soon finds herself agent and lover to the bad boy of baseball. And when love unexpectedly enters the field, neither is ready for the biggest game changer of them all. Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.