First Down

Name: First Down
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SKU: 9781035412815
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MUST-READ spicy sports romance from the TikTok sensation!

By Grace Reilly

Series: Beyond the Play

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Summary

First Down by Grace Reilly is a captivating romance that follows the story of an ambitious sports journalist and a charismatic football player. As their paths intertwine amidst the stakes of high-profile sports and intriguing personalities, they navigate professional boundaries and personal emotions. This delightful blend of ambition, passion, and heart explores the complexities of love and career in the sports world.
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If you enjoy stories that combine love and sports, this romance will capture your heart with its blend of emotional depth and dynamic characters. The narrative centres around relationships forged on and off the field, exploring themes of passion, friendship, and determination.

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I can't believe that out of every person I could have kissed... I chose McKee's new quarterback.

'One of my very favourite sports romance books'; Real Reader Review

'James and Bex had red-hot chemistry'; Real Reader Review

'Light-hearted, sweet and spicy... amazing'; Real Reader Review

'Just perfect... if you are in the mood for a super swoony hero and a super relatable female lead then you'll want to pick this one up'; Real Reader Review

Discover your new TikTok obsession, a SPICY fake dating college football sports romance - perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Lucy Score and Elsie Silver.

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James

Football is my everything. But when I transfer to McKee University to escape the distractions that nearly cost me my future in the NFL, I'm faced with another consequence: retake the writing class I failed at my last college, or lose any chance I have at making it big. That's where fellow senior Beckett Wood - gorgeous, stubborn, and just my type - comes in. She's the key to my success in this class... but the price of her help is a fake relationship, and I never do things halfway.

Bex

I don't mess around with athletes, and handsome, self-assured James Callahan is no exception. He wants me to help him pass the writing class we're both stuck taking, but I'm too busy to take on yet another responsibility. But when his teammate - my cheating ex - won't leave me alone, I realize I need to convince him I've moved on... and what better way than by pretending to be with James, who wants nothing to do with a real relationship?

But with every fake kiss, why does James pull me deeper into a place that thrills me?

And why don't I want it to end?

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'THE SPICE!!!!! Top tier'; Real Reader Review

'There's spice. There's cuteness. There's a man who knows what he's doing'; Real Reader Review

'If you want spice and two stubborn college students this is it!'; Real Reader Review

'This book was EVERYTHING I needed'; Real Reader Review

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Nothing screams captain material like messing around with my hockey coach's daughter . . . 'Sports romance perfection'; Real Reader Review 'The spice. The love. The humour. EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS BOOK WAS PERFECT'; Real Reader Review 'Cooper 100% stole my heart'; Real Reader Review 'Grace Reilly's writing is excellent . . . it was like magic'; Real Reader Review Discover...

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How can I focus on baseball, when I'm falling for my gorgeous, grumpy roommate . . .? 'Fun, heartfelt and so so sexy'; Real Reader Review '5 FREAKING STARS! Grace did it yet again!'; Real Reader Review 'Mia and Seb are definitely my new favourite Beyond the Play couple'; Real Reader Review 'I don't think words can describe the love...

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Wicked Serve

He's my brother's biggest hockey rival . . . but he's bringing the heat for me 'Sparkling prose and delicious tension . . . Grace Reilly is the queen of sports romance!' – Stephanie Archer ----- Pre-order your new obsession from TikTok sensation Grace Reilly, a SPICY brother's rival hockey romance! Perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Liz Tomforde, and...

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I can't believe that out of every person I could have kissed... I chose McKee's new quarterback. 'One of my very favourite sports romance books'; Real Reader Review 'James and Bex had red-hot chemistry'; Real Reader Review 'Light-hearted, sweet and spicy... amazing'; Real Reader Review 'Just perfect... if you are in the mood for a super swoony hero and a...

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First Down

USA Today Bestseller Welcome to McKee University in this spicy adult sports romance, first in the BookTok sensation Beyond the Play series—with new exclusive content in this edition. Tutoring the star quarterback in exchange for a few fake dates won't lead to anything more... right? James Football is my everything. I live, eat, breathe the sport. But when I transfer...

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Stealing Home

He should be focusing on baseball—not on falling for his gorgeous, grumpy roommate... especially since she's already left him once. Filled with swoons, spice, sports, and second chances, Stealing Home is a don't-miss grumpy x sunshine college sports romance. Sebastian It's my final season to prove myself before the MLB draft. The last thing I need is a distraction—and especially...

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Stealing Home

USA Today Bestseller A can't-miss BookTok favourite, reverse grumpy/sunshine forced-proximity college sports romance, third in the Beyond the Play series—with new exclusive content in this edition! I should be focusing on my game—not on falling for my gorgeous, grumpy roommate...especially since she's already left me once. Sebastian It's my final season to prove myself before the MLB draft. The last...

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

First Down by Grace Reilly has been praised for its captivating writing and engaging romantic tension. Known for her expertise in sports romance, Reilly has enchanted readers with her storytelling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781035412815

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Eternal

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 304

Collections

Contemporary Romance Fiction General Fiction Grace Reilly Literary Fiction Romance Series: Beyond the Play Sports Romance

About the Author

Grace Reilly writes swoony, spicy contemporary romance with heart - and usually a healthy dose of sports. When she's not dreaming up stories, she can be found in the kitchen trying out a new recipe, cuddling her pack of dogs, or watching sports. Originally from New York, she now lives in Florida, which is troubling given her fear of alligators.

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Breakaway

Nothing screams captain material like messing around with my hockey coach's daughter . . . 'Sports romance perfection'; Real Reader Review 'The spice. The love. The humour. EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS BOOK WAS PERFECT'; Real Reader Review 'Cooper 100% stole my heart'; Real Reader Review 'Grace Reilly's writing is excellent . . . it was like magic'; Real Reader Review Discover...

By Grace Reilly

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Stealing Home

How can I focus on baseball, when I'm falling for my gorgeous, grumpy roommate . . .? 'Fun, heartfelt and so so sexy'; Real Reader Review '5 FREAKING STARS! Grace did it yet again!'; Real Reader Review 'Mia and Seb are definitely my new favourite Beyond the Play couple'; Real Reader Review 'I don't think words can describe the love...

By Grace Reilly

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Wicked Serve

He's my brother's biggest hockey rival . . . but he's bringing the heat for me 'Sparkling prose and delicious tension . . . Grace Reilly is the queen of sports romance!' – Stephanie Archer ----- Pre-order your new obsession from TikTok sensation Grace Reilly, a SPICY brother's rival hockey romance! Perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Liz Tomforde, and...

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First Down

USA Today Bestseller Welcome to McKee University in this spicy adult sports romance, first in the BookTok sensation Beyond the Play series—with new exclusive content in this edition. Tutoring the star quarterback in exchange for a few fake dates won't lead to anything more... right? James Football is my everything. I live, eat, breathe the sport. But when I transfer...

By Grace Reilly

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Stealing Home

He should be focusing on baseball—not on falling for his gorgeous, grumpy roommate... especially since she's already left him once. Filled with swoons, spice, sports, and second chances, Stealing Home is a don't-miss grumpy x sunshine college sports romance. Sebastian It's my final season to prove myself before the MLB draft. The last thing I need is a distraction—and especially...

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Stealing Home

USA Today Bestseller A can't-miss BookTok favourite, reverse grumpy/sunshine forced-proximity college sports romance, third in the Beyond the Play series—with new exclusive content in this edition! I should be focusing on my game—not on falling for my gorgeous, grumpy roommate...especially since she's already left me once. Sebastian It's my final season to prove myself before the MLB draft. The last...

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