The Right Move – Book Bubble Thoughts!

Book Title: The Right Move (Windy City Series) by Liz Tomforde

Book Blurb: 

RYAN

She’s a distraction, that’s what she is.

I’m the newest Captain of the Devils, Chicago’s NBA team, and the last thing I needed this year was for Indy Ivers, my sister’s best friend, to move into my apartment. She’s messy, emotional, and way too tempting.

But when the team’s General Manager vocalizes his blatant disapproval of my promotion to Captain, referring to me as an unapproachable lone wolf with no work-life balance, I can’t think of a better way to convince him otherwise than pretending to date my outgoing roommate.

The only problem? Faking it feels far too natural.

Having a fake girlfriend wasn’t supposed to be messy but having Indy under my roof and in my bed is complicated, especially when she wants all the romantic parts of life that I could never give her.


INDY

I never imagined I’d be living with my best friend’s brother, NBA superstar Ryan Shay. Even more unbelievable? He needs me to act as his loving girlfriend who’s suddenly changed him into a friendly and approachable guy.

Because, well…he’s not. He’s controlling of his space and untrusting of others.

Our arrangement isn’t one-sided, though. I’m in a wedding coming up, one where every one of my childhood friends, including my ex-boyfriend, will be in attendance, and there’s no better date than my ex’s celebrity hero.

Blurred lines make it almost impossible to separate real from fake. Falling for my roommate was never part of the deal, especially when Ryan is quick to remind me that he doesn’t believe in love.

I’m a romantic and can’t help fantasizing that he’ll change, but soon enough, I find myself questioning if sharing a roof with my best friend’s brother was the right move after all

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

Holy dang…If you are looking for another ultimate book boyfriend…look no further! Ryan is so unbelievably swoon-worthy. He’s going in as a favourite. The best part is the fact he is so quiet in his love…which in all honesty, only makes it all the louder. He is the kind of guy that does all these touching things without the MC girl (Indy) being any the wiser (she obvi works it out but yeah). For eg. he learns sign language because her dad is deaf…But he does this behind the scenes where she has no clue (and my words when she finds out he’s learning, it’s such an emotional moment for her because no one had done that for her before). There are so many other things he does that show he cares all without saying it…because both these characters are carrying scars from past relationships, and words only mean/carry so far. So it might start out as a pretend fake-relationship…but let me tell you, not one minute could those two fake it, not even for a second. Their relationship is just so wholesome and beautiful. They both find their feet after past hurts and help each other to be their best selves and grow. Just like any real and true partner should be with you.

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The Sister Between Us – Book Bubble Thoughts!

Book Title: The Sister Between Us by Hailey Dickert

Book Blurb: The Sister Between Us is a second-chance contemporary romance.

One night is all it takes to change everything.
Leah

He was my best friend’s brother. My neighbor. The one person I was never supposed to fall for, until lines got blurred – stolen kisses and lies told to the people we loved most.

Jake

When the secrets we’d been keeping came out, broken hearts weren’t the only casualties. Though I’ve spent years chasing my dreams of being a professional soccer player, I’ve never forgotten the one who got away.

A chance encounter brings me back face to face with the only person I’ve ever loved.

Can we repair what's been broken?
Has time healed the scars that run deeper than the surface?
Will the sister between us bring us back together or push us apart yet again?

Rating: 4.5 out of 5.

WOW. This was quite the emotional journey. But it was done so beautifully. This is an easy 4.5 stars. I loved the characters that pulled me into their own heartbreak, making it as if it were my own. This honestly tore at my heart and whilst the journey was an emotional rollercoaster the balance of finding healing, made that hurt all the much sweeter once it was found. And one thing I really want to commend with this book was how it was actually finished. I’m a fussy book finisher and if the ending isn’t feeling right for me, it does have an impact on how I view the book as a whole. But this one was finished beautifully and felt perfect for this couple and the characters within. This story sure knows how to pull on all the heartstrings. Don’t let that cover fool you though. I was not prepared for the heart-hurting I was in for. It’s worth it for sure but just be prepared to be made to feel some things.

I definitely recommend, if you love a beautifully crafted second chance romance that brings tears to your eyes and finds the love that got away…but can it really get away, if the tether was never broken?

I do have to thank my friend Danie for recommending this second-chance sports romance. And I apologise for bombarding you with messages with my crazy heart ramblings lol. I was not okay and there’s very good reason for that. Duuuude.

Again this book does contain some TW’s so read with care…but the author does list the content on her website.

LINKS:             AMAZON AU     |       AMAZON US   |       GOODREADS

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