Looking for a feel-good, steamy sports romance with laughs and lovable characters? This one has it all: flirty banter, swoon-worthy moments, witty humor, and authentic football vibes. Cooper is an endearing, all-heart football star, and Violet is the confident best friend you’ll root for. If you love best-friend’s-sister or fake-date tropes, or you’re already a fan of Lauren Blakely’s fun male POVs, you’ll definitely enjoy this touchdown of a rom-com. Perfect for readers wanting light, sexy, and lighthearted fun (no heavy angst here!).

Who May Not Like This Book:

Not a fan of single POV romance? Prefer a deeper, more angsty read? You might find this story a bit too sweet, straightforward, or light on drama. Some readers felt the football lingo and details were a little distracting if you’re not into sports, and the writing style may feel very chatty or fluffy. If you want a gritty, unpredictable love story with lots of emotional twists, this might not be your pick.

A playful, flirty, and utterly charming sports romance that scores big on fun and chemistry - easy to read and easy to love!

About:

In "Most Valuable Playboy" by Lauren Blakely, the story revolves around Harlan, a professional football player and single father, and Katie, a successful yoga master. Their second chance at love is filled with witty conversations, sizzling romance, and powerful friendships. As they navigate a fake relationship that turns real, the characters are relatable, lovable, and engaging. The book captures the essence of sports romance with a mix of humor, emotional depth, and steamy moments, making it a delightful and engaging read.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, with Cooper portrayed as a complex reformed playboy and Violet as a relatable, confident woman, alongside a strong cast of secondary characters.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by witty dialogue and an engaging narrative, primarily delivered from a strong male perspective.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a fake relationship that develops into genuine romance, leveraging classic tropes like best friend's sister and humorous scenarios.

Setting:

The setting is within the realm of football, capturing the social aspects and camaraderie of athletes.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast and entertaining, drawing readers in quickly and maintaining momentum throughout the story.

I have what’s known as permanent bed head. Which can be awesome, if I want to look like I just strolled out of a most excellent roll in the hay, complete with a sexy stranger running her hands through...

Notes:

Violet is a hairstylist and owns a successful salon called Heroes and Hairoines.

The book features a humorously notable scene with a Mister Ed teaser for character development.

Lauren Blakely frequently writes from the hero's perspective, showcasing their inner thoughts and feelings skillfully.

Cooper Armstrong is described as the sexiest lead in Blakely's works, often referred to as having the 'Best Butt in the NFL.'

Cooper and Violet have a long-standing friendship since childhood, which complicates their romantic feelings.

Violet is depicted as confident, strong, and humorous, making her a relatable character.

Harlan, another character, is portrayed as a caring father who balances his football career and family life.

The story includes themes of fake relationships evolving into genuine feelings, particularly between friends and siblings.

The narrative blends witty banter, sizzling chemistry, and heartfelt moments, making it a light, entertaining read.

Cooper's character development from a playboy to someone who genuinely loves is a central theme.

The book is filled with secondary characters that add humor and depth to the story.

Lauren Blakely's writing is noted for its engaging style and relatable characters.

Has Romance?

Romance is a central theme, with the evolving relationship between the protagonists driving the story.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

When the hot young quarterback desperately needs a fake girlfriend he turns to his best friend's sister in this addictive revamp of #1 NYT Bestseller Lauren Blakely's first sports romance!

Sometimes the woman for you is the one who's been by your side all along…

When I enter the Most Valuable Playboy charity auction, my goal is simple - be the player who goes for the most dough. But when trouble shows up at the auction, I need a whole new play.

Enter Violet - she'smybest friend's sister and she's my close friend too. With a smile as sweet as cherry pie and a mind that runs quicker than the 40-yard-dash, Violet saves the day with the highest bid. I don't even give her a two-minute warning before I kiss her in front of the whole crowd and then announce that she's my girlfriend.

Which would be fine except my agent tells me we've got to keep up the act while he's negotiating my contract. Violet takes one for the team and pretends to be mine, and soon our boyfriend-girlfriend scrimmage quickly turns into a full contact sport.

But falling for her wasn't in the playbook…

2017

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304 pages

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Most Valuable Playboy

Lauren Blakely

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