The NFL’s hottest quarterback sets his sights on me, he’s the one guy I can’t have. Hudson Baldwin is a player—in every sense of the term.The god of the gridiron has no lack of women throwing themselves at him.Football players have always been on my no-go list.Just because I have to cheer for him doesn’t mean I want anything to do with his advances.Yet, here he is…telling me he wants me.He … here he is…telling me he wants me.
He wants us.
I’m not here to score with the NFL star player.
But the more time I spend with the king of the turf, the more hits my defenses take.
Can the connection between us be real?
Or is believing love can exist in this brutal sport nothing more than a Hail Mary?
Note: Intercepted Hearts is a standalone sports romance that will give you all the feels. It’s filled with scorching banter, sexy scenes, and several laugh-out-loud moments. No cheating. No cliffhangers. Guaranteed HEA.
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Can 1 day change Natalie’s life forever?
Natalie is a bartender and also takes care of her father, while dreaming of a dance career.
One day she gets a call from the Kings cheerleading director, inviting her to fill in for an injured cheerleader. Natalie jumps at the chance,
Hudson is the star QB for the Kings who takes them to the Super Bowl.
Sparks fly between Natalie and Hudson.
Hudson wants to pursue the relationship but Natalie has 1 rule.
Never date a football player.
Will she break her own rule?
Hudson is a young football QB star. He comes from football greatness with his father and knows he was made for football. While young he knows when he sees substitute cheerleader NatLie that he wants her.
Natalie is a young woman with a full plate. His mother died while giving birth to her little sister. She care for her TBI father and helps her sister. She feels that football is responsible for her fathers confusion.
While she is attracted to Hudson and enjoys him her fear gets the best of her.
When injury strikes will she give into fear or love. Quick and easy read. There wasn’t as much depth to the characters as I prefer.
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A great quick read. Hudson and Natalie have an amazing attraction from the start. The underlying topic of CTE was great. Love hard
Absolutely enjoyed this one! She is down to earth and does what she has to help her sister and dad. He loves being a quarter back and is a great guy. Their interest in each other is palpable but the conflict of the story isn’t the possibility of love but the consequences of the game.
Wow what another fast pace sports read that is alive story that will have you in love again. This is amazing read that will make your heart melt.
Such a great book absolutely loved it
Natalie Harris has selflessly deferred her dreams to care for her father and younger sister. Her father once a promising football player, is ailing with the onset of dementia most likely caused by CTE. Hudson Baldwin is realizing his dreams as quarterback to a team headed to a spot in the Superbowl.
An opportunity to cheer for the playoff bound team would definitely look good on Natalie’s résumé. With her eyes on the prize she doesn’t have time for distractions. However an immediate magnetic awareness between the two can not be denied. Hudson is ready to pursue Natalie, working past her emotions and reticence.
I really enjoyed this story, which was filled with heart, poignancy, chemistry and love. t glady read my complimentary copy of this book in one sitting.
Quick and easy sports read. The quarterback and the cheerleader seems so cliche’ but not in this story. Natalie’s story will break your heart and its understandable that she wouldn’t want to get involved with Hudson. But Hudson doesn’t give up on something that he wants. This was a good story with some great characters!
Hudson and Natalie have undeniable chemistry. But Natalie has a no football player rule. I loved this quick romance. The author does an excellent job touching on a current issue with football injuries. You can’t help but root for these two characters to find their happily ever after!
This is Book 1 in the Playing for Keeps Series by this author. It is a heartwarming, opposites attract romance between NFL quarterback Hudson and professional dancer Natalie. Their sizzling chemistry and strong connection are undeniable as they navigate the bumpy road to their forever after. These two relatable souls and the unique plot make for an intriguing read. It is quite refreshing to read the push and pull and ups and downs in their relationship. It is a love story with drama, passion and love, plus engaging secondary characters to keep the reader interested. Overall, it is a quick read with heart, heat, and a happy for now ending. A great start to the series.
I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
Short book but a very good read. I enjoyed the story between Hudson & Natalie. I voluntarily read an arc for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this book! It was sweet and had a great story and characters.Natalie doesn’t date football players she has seen first hand what head injuries and the game can do to someone you love. The moment she meets Hudson she wants to break her own rule. The connection between these two characters is steamy and immediate. The storyline was well written and kept you entertained. Really great read !
A beautiful story of fighting for and keeping love.
This was my first book by Mika Jolie and I’m so glad I took a chance on her. Natalie hasn’t had it easy, raising her sister and taking care of her dad. It has left no time for romance, especially with a football player. She catches a break when she is called up to fill in for one of the cheerleaders of the New York Kings. Too bad she also lays eyes on Hudson, the star quarterback. Hudson has never wanted a relationship, he is a NFL quarterback and women throw themselves at him. Then he meets Natalie and its life-altering. I liked all the characters, loved watching their relationship develop. My only issue with Intercepted Hearts is that thoughts were repeated numerous times, especially the part about football players leaving a piece of themselves on the field. I am intrigued by Hudson’s brother River and thrilled that his story is coming soon. If you love sport romances, definitely check out Natalie and Hudson in Intercepted Hearts.
I love football books!
This book is about Hudson and Natalie. Hudson is the star quarterback and Natalie is an alternate on the cheerleading squad for the team.
They have crazy chemistry and are explosive together.
Of course this wouldn’t be a good romance without some difficult situations and some turmoil.
Hot football player sexy cherr leader and dancer
Hudson is a player and basically get the girls he wants.Natalie doesn’t want anything to do with the players she just wants to cheer.Hudson is attracted to Natalie and just won’t give up.This was a quick read and enjoyable
Author Mika Jolie has a knack for writing captivating and sweet romances, and this book is no different. It is a heartwarming, steamy and humorous read all in one.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book.
Hudson and Natalie had that instant attraction. Natalie resisted Hudson but sometimes love overcomes all the obstacles. I enjoyed this story, it was a fast read with an interesting storyline and likable characters. It dealt with a serious issue that is a concern for may sports families. I loved that there was actual football throughout the book.
Mika Jolie gives us a quick read, insta-love, sports romance with Natalie and Hudson’s love story. The characters had great chemistry and the story was enjoyable. If you want a fast-paced, flirty, sports romance read this one today!
4.5
A quick romantic read that you never want to end! From their first glance to the last touch the heat between Hudson and Natalie is undeniable and even as they try to fight it fate keeps putting them in each other’s paths! Hudson just wants a chance Natalie is caving to her fear but when love is on the line they’ll both be powerless to stop it!
I loved how strong and sure Hudson is and his family is seriously amazing! I can’t wait to see what’s in store with this series and I hope to learn more on the Baldwin’s! Natalie is strong and patient! She has made adjustments in her life for those she loves and when she lets you in she doesn’t let go!
A beautiful story from start to finish I just wish it didn’t have to end!