From the New York Times & USA Today bestselling author of TAPPING THE BILLIONAIRE comes a hilarious and sexy standalone about fate, chance, and one heck of an epically awkward meet-cute. I’m Leo Landry, one of the best shutdown cornerbacks in the nation, and the New York Mavericks’ first round draft pick. If James Bond spent his days running drills and his nights shutting out quarterbacks, … drills and his nights shutting out quarterbacks, he’d dream about being me. But professional football is on a whole other level from college, and as the new guy, I’ve got everything to prove.
No problem.
All I’ve got to do is focus, right?
Too bad life’s got other plans.
Blond hair, long lashes, and criminal blue eyes, there’s a pint-sized bombshell that I can’t stop thinking about.
I don’t even know her name, but she’s completely screwing up my game plan.
It’s too late to turn back now though. I have my eye on the prize, and I won’t settle for anything less.
4th down and only one goal in my sights—this pretty little mystery girl.
Good thing I’m at my best when the pressure’s on.
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I literally can not get enough of this duo. Every single thing they write, is flipping phenomenal, and 4th & Girl was no different. Max and Monroe are THE queens of comedy and always leave me with tears rolling down my face, from the hilarity of every book, I have ever read from them. The dialogue in 4th & Girl was one I will never forget. The characters were made to be in my life. From the hilarious banter, to the amazing references, I have never felt like I belonged in a book, as much as this one. I mean, ” If you are looking for pee jokes, urine luck.”
Gemma is the most relate-able heroine, I swear we were meant to be sisters. She is that heroine, that has such a messy personalty, but one you could never part with. Her love for reality tv is one you could not compete against. She is a fly by the seat of your pants woman, with the love of the simple things in life.
Leo. First round draft pick and the newest New York Maverick’s cornerback. He is the guy that shows more than he tells. The one that knows what he wants in his future, and is determined to make that happen in any way he can. A personality, that any woman would fall for, with a family to boot.
With a one of a kind meeting, Leo Landry is determined to find the mystery girl that left quite the impression on him. Fate has a FUNNY way of working out, what is meant to be. Can Leo win not only in the game ,but in love as well?
This one of a kind book is one you do NOT want to miss. I could read this book a million times, and love it the same if not more.
*I recommend this book a billion times.
I am head over heels in love with Gemma & Leo! Max Monroe are Rom-Com writing SUPER STARS!
This incredible writing duo never ceases to amaze me. With each and every release in this series, I can honestly say it’s my favorite. Then the next book comes and I am swooning over a new hero every time! I’m greedy like that – I want them ALL!
Without a doubt – Leo now and forever holds a piece of my heart! He is the epitome of the perfect book boyfriend. He is handsome, smart, humble despite being a rookie pro footballer, charming and sweet with a heart of gold and mouth made for dirty talk. I adore everything about his character. Especially the way he falls for Gemma! So endearing and sexy.
Gemma is a quirky, sweet, funny and just strong enough to know her previous career path wasn’t where she wanted to go. Vulnerable in a very relatable way about her true love – music.
They way these two characters meet – hilarious! The attraction they both feel – amazing. The coincidence that brings them face to face again – priceless! Even the best first date in the history of first dates for these two love birds. I loved every word of this expertly written rom-com. I adored these characters including both Gemma and Leo’s best friends and Leo’s Nonna who is on a level all her own. I loved their easy banter and rooted for these two to find love from the start. Intertwined with just enough uncertainty and all the witty humor as the story unfolds, this book consumed me. Absolute perfection!
I hope there are more players to write about because I am not ready for this series to end! I need more! Always more!
What an amazing end to this Series… How does Max Monroe do it? They make you want to be best friends with each and every character. Be ready to laugh out loud and fall in love. Do I dare say this may be my favorite in this Series?
Leo and Gemma are amazing together.. As Leo tries to find his place on the team he also finds himself undeniably attracted to Gemma. These 2 have OFF THE CHARTS chemistry. You will love them. They really bring you all the feels. As always, it is such an entertaining and fun story.
You are also in for a treat with Great Aunt Alma… Oh is she hilarious. She really stole the show in this book. Be ready because she is a fire cracker.
I will definitely miss this series, however, this was such an amazing ending. DO NOT MISS THIS..
In the final installment of the Mavericks Tackle Love series, we get the story of Rookie Leo Landry. Fresh out of college and first round draft pick by the Mavericks as their newest starting cornerback, there’s a lot of pressure on Leo to fit in, make friends and show management he was the right choice.
Gemma Holden doesn’t know what she wants to do with her life after dropping out in her final year of school for engineering, so she takes temp jobs to try to figure it out. Her agency sends her to Mavericks Stadium to be a medical assistant (which she has no business pretending to be) and all she wants to do is not screw up.
Leo is the first one in the door for mandatory “collection” and when he meets Gemma the unthinkable happens ~ she gives as good as she gets. Their flirtation is off the charts. Unfortunately, when Leo goes to give his sample to Gemma, there’s a fumble and a splash.
They are thrown together again when Leo stops by his Nonna Alma’s house for lunch one afternoon. Gemma’s been packaging and shipping out items from Alma’s online shop as her latest temp job and keeps hearing about Alma’s nephew, Leonard. Not putting two and two together, Gemma tries to get out the door before the nephew shows up. When that doesn’t happen and they see each other again for the second “first” time, there’s no denying their chemistry.
Will they be able to keep it together? Will there be a touchdown? Throw in Alma’s zaniness and it’s anyone’s game!
Flirty, fabulous and laugh out loud fun and so much more. Every time I read a Max Monroe book I think okay they can’t top it. Yet, they prove me wrong all the time. Each book is a fresh and original story. I don’t know how they come up with the ideas and the situations that leave us howling and putting our hands over our mouths when reading to keep people from thinking we’ve lost our ever loving minds when reading. Seriously, I was only 6% in and I was crying laughing. They paint vivid pictures where you can watch the action in your minds eye as if you’re there.
Gemma, is a beautiful, smart, talented, kookie insecure woman, who finds herself in crazy situations one after the other.
Leo, is the devastatingly handsome football player, who is very secure in himself and finds himself drawn to Gemma after a bizarre incident.
From there the story takes off and goes full speed ahead.
There are colorful characters that I want to learn more about and characters we’ve met in previous books that we get to catch a glimpse of again.
You will read this story with a smile on your face most of the entire time. You may have a moment or two where you want to smack Gemma upside her head. But at this time you may also identify with her. Yes, Leo has his issues but it’s so easy to forgive him.
Do yourself a favor. Take some time out of your stress filled life and read this book. Why not get tired from smiling from the start to end of this book. It’‘s a nice change.
Gemma is working temp jobs while she figures out what to do. She is working as a medical assistant at the Mavericks stadium, collecting urine from the players. After a mishap involving the delectable Leo Landry she is let go. Leo can’t get the medical assistant out of his head. When he runs into her at his aunt’s house, he knows he can’t let her go.
This was a madcap romp! Super hot and sexy combined with laugh out loud scenes. Leo is determined and driven. Gemma is sweet. Really enjoyable, fun read. I am sad that this is the end of the series.
*Warning: This book will make your cheeks hurt from the constant smiling as you read.
4th & Girl is the final book in the Mavericks Tackle Love series. Each book is interconnected but can be read as stand-alones as each focuses on different players on the New York Mavericks football team.
This is the story of Leo and Gemma. I absolutely adored these two. They both were adorably dorky but incredibly sweet on one another from the get-go.
I loved seeing Gemma as someone who was a bit uncoordinated (not over done, btw) but still be headstrong. She had a passion for something that her family thought too frivolous. She’s wandering a bit in her professional life trying to find the one thing that makes her feel optimistic about her future.
Enter Leo Landry. He is a rookie with the Mavs and as soon as he meets Gemma for the first time (giggle), he knows there’s something about her. When they finally get together, he’s a complete and total swoon-worthy dreamboat. He believes in Gemma 110% and gives her the push that she needs to believe in herself.
This story was so sweet, so cute, so adorable.
And it *must* be noted that I am completely in love with Leo’s Nonna, Alma. She was the cherry on this friggin story!!
Also, it *must* be noted that I want more deets on Abby…can we have a spin-off, Max Monroe?!
This is my first ARC from Ms. Monroe and to say that I was excited is an understatement! I am familiar with her work because I have some of her books in my shelf.
It’s a romantic comedy but like all romantic comedies it also has its share of drama.
I love how it focused on fate and/or destiny… that if people were meant to be, they’re bound to meet regardless how long it took and regardless of circumstances…
Although the sports-superstar-falling-for-the-normal-girl storyline isn’t something I haven’t read before, I loved it… the characters are what made the story unique… I love Leo and Gemma but the quirky grand aunt and the ninja best-friend were stars in their own right as well.
The story is quite fast paced, and shorter than some novels but I enjoyed it nonetheless.
If you’re looking for something to cheer you up after a crappy day… or just simply looking for something light and uplifting to read, then this the book to pick up next.
This is my first Max Monroe book, and it wont be my last. It was a quick, fun read told in dual POV and I had it finished in a day. It is light, little to no angst and plenty of sweet sweet romance.
The Mavericks Rookie is keen to get off the training field, do the random drug test and hit the showers. Little did he know that he was about to meet the quirky, buttered fingered nurse aid that will haunt his thoughts for the months to come. As fate would have it, he finds her again in the least likely of places. This time Leo will not let her out of his sight! As for Gemma, being Alma’s assistant isn’t life fulfilling but it is very interesting indeed! All she needs is a little push, or maybe a big one, to help her through her anxieties and live out her dreams.
This is a standalone novel in a series, and at no point did I feel left out not having read the others. Although, it did give us a little background of the other couples, and I am now interested to go back and read those too. There is a pleasing epilogue that brings the story to a very happy ending. Fans of Max Monroe and the Mavericks will be delighted with this one.
**Reviewed by Monique for JoandIsaLoveBooks Blog.
Oh so much fun! Leo and Gemma are so cute together. Gemma is kinda stubborn but she’s just trying to figure out what to do with her life. Leo is new so he’s trying to find his place within the team. I think some of the best parts in the story were with his great aunt Alma. Oh my stars I hope I’m as cool as her when I’m 80. That lady pretty much stole the whole book for me. She’s a firecracker and made me giggle nonstop. My biggest draw to these authors is not only their storytelling but their characters. I love when I want to be friends with all of them and just hang out. They’re good people.
I think this might be the cutest book I’ve ever read. It was funny, sweet, filled with most embarrassing things happening known to a person. I loved the chemistry between Gemma and Leo. I loved him for wanting the best for her even when she was to scared to do anything about it.
I loved seeing the “old” characters. And than Nonnie and BFF Abby were hilarious side characters.
It would seem Max Monroe can’t write anything that isn’t simple amazing. Another great read and another amazing couple to get to know.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on the behalf of OMGReads Blog***
This story about Leo and Gemma was funny, quirky and highly enjoyable that I couldn’t put it down!
Between witty side characters and the banter I thought the authors wrote an amazing story that hit me right in the feels!
I laughed, giggled, swooned, sighed and was a little angry at one point but the direction the story went and Leos hilarious Aunt made for the most easy to read fun book!!!
How Gemma and Leo meet is absolutely hilarious, and I found it great how by happenstance things occurred!
This was a fantastic addition to the series and I cant wait to see who’s next!!! Leo’s camaraderie with his teammates was downright funny, the friendships formed were lifelong and I grew to love all the characters in the book!
Well done to the authors on writing such a fun storyline!
Whoever thought you would fall in love with the guy you had the most embarrassing experience of your life?
Gemma was in her last year of college to get her degree in engineering when she dropped out. That was not her dream. That was her family’s dream for her. Now for the past year she has been working temp jobs. No idea what to do or where she should be. Her passion is music, but there is no way she could make a life for herself with that.
On the first day of a new job, she meets Leo Landry. The young and hot new rookie playing for the NY Mavericks! These two have instant chemistry, but a little mishap ruins their first meet up. However, nothing can stop Leo’s attraction or his recurring thoughts of her. He never even got her name.
Leo wants to know the girl he met briefly but can’t seem to find her anywhere. Fate…yeah her….she always steps in when something is meant to be.
Leo and Gemma find their way back to one another in the most unusual of ways. They have an undeniable connection that is SUPER hot! Leo is a sweetheart. He knows what he wants and doesn’t hold back with Gemma. However, she’s got her own baggage and hang ups that hold her back. Leo just has to be strong enough to push her and she has to overcome her own fears. When it’s meant to be….it will. You can’t fight fate.
Another sexy, swoony read from this fantastic author duo! I just adored this series and all these hot and ripped football players! Go Mavericks!
One of the funniest beginnings I’ve read in a long time. The way Leo and Gemma meet is well a tad bit different, and hella funny! Loved every single page right to the end. And what an ending that was. Must read forsure. Max Monroe books keep getting better and better. I haven’t read one that has disappointed me yet. Keep going girls, we are all craving more hot men, quirky girls and funny af books!
I was almost peeing myself with laughter with our lovelies meet cute in 4th and Girl (you will understand when you have read this book why).
After the dark read I had just finished, this light, fun and adorable story was just what I needed.
Max Monroe have not disappointed me yet with their stories, and Leo and Gemma’s story was all kinds of cute and adorable and funny.
I liked that Leo wasn’t all about the football, loved that he had his head on straight and was thinking about the “what ifs” of his career and was also doing something about it.
Gemma – I felt for her as she was kind of floundering in life, however I got frustrated with her as I wanted her to push herself and not worry about what her family would think. I was all “girl, you say you are an adult and can make your own decisions, but you aren’t”
Also, I want to be Alma when I grow up – don’t want to spoil anything but lord that woman is funny!
I loved that this was drama free – no OTT, stupid actions or miscommunications. Our lovelies are adults and acted like it.
I didn’t want the Mavericks series to come to an end, but now that leaves more time for Max and Monroe to write us new guys to fall in love with.
5 star review 4th & Girl (Mavericks #4) by Max Monroe
Leo Landry is the starting cornerback for the New York Mavericks and although I have no idea what that means it sounds interesting.
From the first page to the last I was invested in Leo and Gemma Holden‘s story. Full of humour, laugh out loud, (who am I kidding – snort worthy moments) and incredibly sexy this book will draw you in and you won’t want to put it down. I finished it in almost one go; I just kept saying, one more chapter until sadly it ended.
The banter and camaraderie in this book was outstanding, I felt myself smiling almost continuously and don’t get me started on Leo’s aunt who almost stole the book. What an amazing character Aunt Alma is and in fact I would so love a book based on her. (Hint Hint Max Monroe) .
It is true fate works in mysterious ways and when Leo and Gemma meet it is so outrageously funny that I couldn’t stop laughing.
I loved catching up with the “Maverick” family and their friends, to me it is like coming home.