HarperI fell in love when I was sixteen. Landon was my entire world and I thought he would be my forever. But I was young and dumb, and with one error in judgement, I destroyed any chance of a future we could’ve had together, along with our hearts.Twelve years later and I’m going through the motions of life, but not actually living. Which is why I let my friends, Bridget and Simon, set me up on a … set me up on a blind date. Turns out, it’s not so blind after all. Because the man sitting in front of me is the same man who’s held onto my heart all these years.
Landon
They call me a Clutch Player because I’m good under pressure and quick on my feet. I was also quick to fall in love. The first time it was with baseball, the second was with Harper. And for a short time I had them both.
Until I lost Harper and all I had left was baseball.
For years, I focused on my career. I had accepted that baseball was my one true love.
Until I saw her again. I never imagined we’d ever get a second chance, but now that she’s sitting right across from me, I know there’s no way in hell I’m going to let her go again.
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This second chance romance had me swooning at Landon the whole book, from when they were in high school all the way until the end. I felt all the emotions in this book as you follow the story from high school relationships, heartbreak as mistakes are made, and the pure love of fate bringing Landon and Harper back together. And I loved getting more of Bridget, Simon and their kids. This was my first Nikki Ash book and it’s safe to say I will be reading more of her in the future.
***5 Stars***
This was a great second chance romance. It was fun, sweet, smexy, heartbreaking, swoon worthy and had just the right amount of drama tossed into the mix to keep things interesting without overtaking the romance and that epilogue?? Oh man…so damn good that it has me crossing my toes that we may get to visit this crew again one day in the future.
I loved Harper and Landon. They are both simply good people with good hearts. Harper is all about her kids and being the parent they need, but she isn’t a pushover ~ even when she may want to be due to her own personal feelings. Landon may be a big time ball player, but he’s got a good head on his shoulders and knows a good thing when it slaps him in the face.
Their journey to their HEA was kind of everything. From beginning to end it was so obvious how good they were together, so when the “betrayal” happened, it was heartbreaking, but when they collide again…well that was fate totally telling them to get their acts together. I loved how they dealt with their pasts and got to know each other again. There were bumps and rough patches thanks to a certain horses ass I wanted to gut with a spoon, but I really liked how they dealt with it all and their HEA was totally swoon worthy.
This was a fun second chance romance. All of the characters were well written, even the ones I wanted to do harm to. Each and every one added so much depth to the story that it’s hard to pick a favorite (with a couple exceptions). I loved Bridget and Simon, Ella was too cute and Brian was awesome, but Hunter stole the show for me and I’m crossing my toes that he’ll get his own HEA at some point in the future!
~ Copy provided by GMB & voluntarily reviewed ~
Clutch Player is a captivating, engaging and absolutely heartwarming and at times heartbreaking story. Nikki Ash, in her trademark way, brings to to life all kinds of emotions from first love flutters, to regret, heart wrenching guilt and betrayal, and an undying need that melts the heart so beautifully. This is a wonderful second chance romance between Harper and Landon that is full of swoony feels.
Landon and Harper really captured a piece of my heart. They were such well developed characters and I loved how relatable they both were. I really felt an instant connection with them and was immediately immersed in their love story. Harper and Landon have such an intense bond which burned through the pages. I especially loved their initial friendship and their chemistry with one another was explosive. I found myself rooting for these two from the very start.
Clutch Player delivers big time. It has everything from chemistry, drama, romance and best of all a deep and touching friendship. The main characters blended well, and the secondary characters only added depth to the of the book. Ultimately this book was beautifully written, emotional yet fun and sexy single parent/second chance romance and is a wonderful addition to the Cocky Hero Club World. I can’t wait for more from Nikki Ash.
I could not put this book down once I started it. Harper and Landon pulled me from the start, their connection was one that you could feel just by reading their story. Harper and Landon thought that had it all, but then life throws a curve ball and one decision leads to others being made. Now its 12 years later and fate has different plans for Harper and Landon by throwing one last curve ball for them. Once these two see each other, you can feel their connection and it hasn’t changed since high school. This story is one of young love, second chances, and the ability to move on from the past and look towards a happy future. Harper and Landon will build your heart up, break it, and then slowly rebuild it with their never ending love for each other. This is a fantastic read you don’t want to miss! Plus, Landon will steal your heart and leave you wanting more!
I received an ARC for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
This was my first book by Nikki Ash and won’t be my last. The writing and the characters in this book made me not want to put it down at all.
Harper Peters is living life day to day after divorcing her husband. The real love of her life is somewhere off in the world, while she takes care of her two kids. Harper’s kids are everything to her and she has no problem driving here there and everywhere. What she wishes was that the children’s father stepped up to the plate and participated in their activities rather than throwing money at her and the kids to keep them happy. Harper’s life changes after going on a blind date with her first love, but things have changed since they were last together and someone doesn’t want them to have a happily ever after!
Landon Maxwell recently retired from the MLB and has been helping his brother coach baseball. After being set up on a blind date with the love of his life who he walked away from 12 years ago. He now sees this as a second chance to make things right and tell her the real reason as to why he walked away. Though Landon has a secret that has the potential to tear them apart forever. Will he be able to tell Harper the truth or will they forever be apart?
I loved this book. This book flowed so well and everything was believable. When Harper hurt, I hurt. The doubt that she had about possibly dating a player was believable and feelings I would have had as well. Harper wasn’t written as a weak single mom at all, which I loved immensely. She wasn’t afraid to stand up for herself to an extent. Then when she knew she got the teaching job she let it be known that her ex-husband had nothing to control her with. I loved how Landon new Harper was a package deal but didn’t try hard to make her kids realize he was there. Landon was just Landon to the kids and they appreciated his honesty. Understanding that their father wasn’t involved very much in their life, he was able to step in and show he loved those kids by his actions. He can also throw me a $100 anytime he wants when I go to play arcade games….I’m just saying!
I highly recommend this book and plan on adding it to my paperback library. I am also planning on reading more of Nikki Ash.
I do love a good story with strong characters and a big heart. Clutch Player provides that in spades. There areso many issues and pressures, associated with teenage years, not the least of which is who we keep close. For Harper this is particularly the case and her journey in life underlines both her vulnerability and her inner strength. And Landon. Heavens! What a gorgeous character. Totally love him!
With trials, tribulations, love, betrayal, heart and humour, Nikki Ash has, again, told a story which has completely satisfied my romantic heart.
Let me start by saying that the Cocky Series of books by different authors are really AWSOME. An original idea that creates amazing stories. Clutch Player is in correlation of British Bedmate. This was a 5 star heartfelt story.
This is a sports/single parent/second chance romance. I won’t say to much in fear of revealing all the many surprises. There are 2 parts to this story. The first part takes place when they are teenagers. It was a part that was not as appealing to me because I have my own teenage drama at home. But nonetheless it was a necessity for the development of the story.
This second part deals more with the adult side of the characters. The entire story was addicting and captivating. I was left speechless a time or two. Beautifully written with a seamless plot. I enjoyed the amazing characters that were perfectly developed. Bottomline this is a must read. I was delighted to hear from Simon and Bridget
Standalone told in a dual POV with an HEA. I strongly recommend this story.
Clutch Player is another great read by Nikki Ash. I really liked it. Second chance is one of my favorites and this book did not disappoint. Landon is seriously the best guy ever. He was so swoony and sweet. I loved everything about him. Harper was sassy and such a great mom. Landon and Harper were just perfect together!
Who doesn’t love a second chance, single parent, baseball
Book? I really enjoyed watching Harper and Landon evolve from young kids in love to adults chasing their HEA. I wasn’t Harper’s biggest fan in the beginning, but she eventually grew on me. Landon is so swoony, I loved him!
Nikki Ash knocked this one out of the ballpark! Clutch Player is the perfect read if you love second chance, single parent, sports romance stories. It’s an amazing book about the mistakes we make and how they can shape our life. The characters are so real and the love is so strong, I couldn’t put the book down. I so badly wanted Landon and Harper to have their HEA! And oh, Landon! How I love you!!! This book is all the feels, all the emotions, all the smiles, and all the drama you want in a story. Big 5 stars!
I’ve read books by this author before and I always look forward to when a new book of hers gets released and this book was no different as it was absolutely awesome and a real must read. This book is a real second chance, single mom romance and you just have to read this book like now because it is awesome and it deserves every single one of its five stars.
Harper has had things quite tough but one thing is for sure she really knows how to get through those tough times and she will do whatever it takes to get what she and her family needs. Harper is a sweet, loving person who is a totally good person.
Landon is a real loyal kind of man and has a protective-ness about him even from a young age. He has so much love to give and this story shows what these as young couples go through and all the struggles that they endure. When life throws you a curve ball and makes you make a decision your not so sure is the right choice what do you do?
These two are high school sweethearts and they have tough and challenging times ahead of them but what will be the right path?
(NO SPOILERS).
This author really knows how to bring her characters to life and really make you feel what they are feeling and makes them come to life on the page and these two were no different. This book really makes your emotions go up and down and all over the place and I felt like I couldn’t put this book down not even for a second.
This book does have it all from forgiveness, second chances on all accounts, love, heartache and pain and all the drama you can handle.
Second chance Single mom romance is my favorite to read and this author really pulls it of in her writing and it’s a fantastic read.
I always love books that have epilogues as I feel that they bring that something extra special to the story especially this one it was beautiful, very awesome read.
I look forward to reading more from this author the future because I absolutely love to read her work.
This book is another great addition in the Cocky Hero Club Series and I cant wait to read the next installment.
Thank you to the author and publishers for allowing me to read an early copy of this book.
ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
This book is expected to be released 17th May
Clutch Player is filled with all the warm fuzzies!!
This is a second chance love story about a wonderful, understanding baseball player and a beautiful mother who puts her children first and hopes for a second chance love. This entire romance I was filled with good feelings and couldn’t stop smiling, even when I was blubbering at the end. Nikki Ash never disappoints in writing a wonderful second chance love story.
Harper and Landon date in high school, but when Landon gets drafted by the MLB right out of school, their time gets cut short. Trying to keep a long distance relationship up is difficult and time eventually passes.
It appears fate steps in when a blind date sets them up and they are able to reconnect, but Harper feels her baggage is huge as an ex-wife with two children, but Landon refuses to be pushed away. This is their second chance and he wants Harper, baggage and all.
Clutch Player references characters in British Bedmate by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward, but you don’t have to have read it to enjoy this story. This is a complete standalone.
Harper and Landon
I read this book in a day. It was soo good I didn’t want to put it down!!!
I loved how this story started. From being friends to being more these two had a connection. Thinking that all is lost they drift apart when thinks are rough. Even when Harper thinks the connection is lost 12 years later the spark is still there. Will they be able to let go if the past and move forward to rekindle the flames to what they once were?
This was a great read!! Loved it!!
Swoon.
Is it wrong to say I would have Landon’s babies any day, every day, and twice on Sundays? (My husband probably would think so…)
Holy hotness, Nikki Ash!
Clutch Player is seriously all the things! Swoony, sexy, and the feels!!!
This Cocky Hero is one for the record books and not just because he’s a several time MVP and World Series winner. Landon is everything you want in a first love and everything you need in a forever!
I am smiling while fanning myself. His hotness is all him! Landon’s compassion, his love, and his personality are the swooniest part of him. Sure, he’s hot…but the real Landon is smoking!
Anyone would be lucky to play ball with him!
Take one for the team and grab your copy now! I wonder if he would consider doing a calendar…for charity! (Or the horny baseball moms…)