Throw Down

Erin is a reporter who wants to make it big and thinks that a story about Peyton King can help her with her career goals.
When Peyton is rejected by Erin at a party, he makes it his mission to find her and manage to spend a night with her, but that task will not be so easy. And when they finally start spending time together, Erin realizes that Peyton isn’t just a successful player, he’s a person with whom she has many things in common.
Their relationship develops as she begins to question whether she really should write about him. The moments between them are really hot.
I loved the story and the ending. I highly recommend the reading.

This was a fantastic book! I really enjoyed this story. This book was not the topical jock book, this had a great storyline and a backstory with well developed characters. I was pulled in from the beginning and was surprised when I reached the end, not wanting it to end

Teagan Kade is one of my favorite authors and I love the way she tells a story. I enjoyed this book, HEA included, even though I thought it was a bit unrealistic. Peyton’s bad boy is highly likable and not really so bad after all. In fact, he’s kind of sweet. Erin is a little harder because even though she’s falling for Peyton, she has a hidden agenda that could hurt him very badly. This steamy romance sucked me in from page one and it is a great read.

I am voluntarily reviewing an advance reader copy of this book.

Erin, an aspiring journalist at the college and star football player, Peyton King, are going to take you through a wide variety of emotions in this addictive & compelling masterpiece.

Opposites definitely attract in this book, however, all throughout their journey, you can not help but route for them. I honestly could not put my Kindle down. Every romance reader should follow along as these two characters find their happily ever after.

I was beyond fortunate to have requested an advanced reader’s copy of Throw Down in exchange for my honest and voluntarily given opinion. Teagan Kade is an impressive & impeccably talented Author.

I am impatiently awaiting the release of Titus King’s installment, Game Theory.

Peyton, College Quarterback, And Erin, Aspiring Journalist, Unwittingly Fall For One Another As Each Selfishly Uses The Other As A Means To An End. Erin Is Peyton’s Unicorn, But The Quarterback Loses His Game Over His New Obsession. Great Chemistry!

This is the first book in a series of stand-alones about the King brothers. Stone King is a major league coach and sports legend. He is the father of four college-aged sons, all talented college athletes in their respective sports. Stone has been a strict father, demanding the best in sports and good academics. He isn’t easy to get along with and is impossible to please, as evidenced by his five divorces. He never gave up on the institution of marriage, though, which keeps him much too busy to be actively involved in his sons’ lives. The boys all attend Crestfall and are well known on campus for their athletics, partying, and good looks, as well as the various skills and assets that the co-eds eagerly gossip about. Their broody alpha personas are all the rage.

Peyton King is in his final year. He is the quarterback for the Crestfall Thunder. Titus and Phoenix, juniors, are fraternal twins. They have an unusual relationship, often fighting over women. Titus plays baseball and is known for his speed. The cocky jokester of the family has a sensitive side, too. Phoenix plays basketball for his dad’s sake but doesn’t care for it. He has offers to play professionally, but he has put them off. Nolan, the baby of the family, is a sophomore. The introspective hockey player comes to life once he gets on the ice, but otherwise he is the quietest of the group and has a big heart. He hasn’t slept his way thru Crestfall like his brothers, either. His ADHD makes him a little quirky, easily distracted.

This is Peyton’s book. The next in the series, Game Theory, is Titus’s story.

Peyton King is trouble. Arrogant, narcissistic, and immature, he is known amongst co-eds as the go-to guy for a good time, and particular credit is given to his incredible asset. The star football player likes a good time, and he can get a girl with the snap of his fingers – which is perfect since he vowed to remain a bachelor, never wanting to repeat his father’s mistakes. He always wakes up alone and likes it that way. Finishing his degree and signing an NFL contract are his sole focus, with some good times in between. Falling victim to the power of a woman is the last thing he wants.

Erin Janine Nash, twenty-one, doesn’t come from money. With a father that deserted her in her early years and a mother who died three years ago from cancer, she is alone but never lets it hold her back from achieving her dream of a career in journalism. She promised her mother she would do whatever it takes to get her big break and intends to keep her word. She graduated early and recently landed a job at the Crestfall Crimson, which has launched several journalists into national headlines and great careers. The paper is competitive. Pleasing Lewis, her boss, can be challenging. She is currently pursuing a story about frat party culture, which takes her out of her element. She was raised with strict rules and had devoted herself to her studies in school, never venturing out. She attends a Gamma Delta Phi party in search of her story when she overhears two girls talking about Peyton King, known as King Dong. Seizing the opportunity, she introduces herself to Peyton, who promptly and rudely kicks her out after their flirting leads to a dead end.

Peyton later recognizes what a jerk he was. He simultaneously realizes that his no-strings trysts are entirely forgettable. Unable to get Erin out of his mind, he searches her out and asks for a date. One thing leads to another and the pair becomes somewhat of an item. But Peyton won’t be owned by a woman. He just needs to get her out of his system and refocus. His game is suffering since he met her. His head is all messed up. At the same time, Erin’s boss wants her story to be more personal and suggests she do whatever it takes to get the inside story on Peyton. She struggles with the ethics and guilt, not to mention the personal cost to Peyton. As she gets to know Peyton, she discovers a depth that surprises her. But she also learns some secrets.

Peyton and Erin’s story begins wild and fun. Peyton wants to use Erin for a good time, while Erin sees a potential story. Their chemistry is undeniable. Peyton wonders if he might be able to give up being a bachelor, while Erin feels she can find another angle to her story that doesn’t involve Peyton and his wealthy family. But Peyton struggles to get his focus back and some dark secrets are revealed that test their new feelings. The couple eventually earns a lovely happy ending.

Peyton and Erin’s story takes an unexpected serious turn that turns everything upside down. *Spoilers* It is difficult to read about Erin’s actions and it might be hard to see the couple getting past a certain part. Mistakes are made. Yet in the end, it actually makes the story very real. Additionally, though not specifically stated, it appears that having Erin in his life triggered Peyton to lose focus, but there were other issues under the surface that needed to be dealt with.

Peyton, college quarterback, and Erin, aspiring journalist, unwittingly fall for one another as each selfishly uses the other as a means to an end. The story is nicely written. The plot is nicely developed. The characters are well-defined. The story is written in first person. The POV alternates between Peyton and Erin. I rate this book 4.5 stars.

I received a free advance copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Another great sports romance from Teagan Kade! Peyton sure seems like an oversexed obnoxious football star. And that’s all Erin sees at first as well. That’s why she is ok using Peyton to further her writing career. But there is more to Peyton than meets the eye. Erin and Peytons story is full of angst, emotions and lots of sex!

The storyline was well written and the characters were so well defined that as each and every page was turned I felt like Erin and Peyton pulled me right into their story as it unfolded!

For fans of sport romance this is a one click for you. Erin and Peyton had a hate/love relationship and you will enjoy the banter between them. Once feelings play a role in their unique relationship, chemistry sizzle and the loving gets hot. This is only the start of the King family and I hope to see all the brothers get their HEA since their played a role in this first book. Great characters, a storyline that was predictable, but entertaining made for an enjoyable read that doesn’t disappoint.

There are so many parts of this book that resonated with me and totally captivated me, and I loved it! The ferris wheel scene was amazing, and now I have a wish list. Peyton was everything! Erin made a major faux pax , and I almost wanted to cut her out of the story. She messed up big time, but Peyton was gracious and generous. I liked the Peyton’s dad finally grew up and developed feelings and common sense! Looking forward to Titus’s story next.

I liked Erin at first and could not stand Peyton. He was typical arrogant jerk, that thought he was God’s gift to women. Once he started showing the real Peyton I liked him. I really enjoyed the banter and humor between the characters. I found the secondary characters great. The King brothers were a trip I can’t wait for their stories. The one King that surprised me was Stone how he was there. In my opinion Throw Down is predictable, but I’m okay with that. I enjoyed Throw Down and was entertained. I voluntarily read an advanced reader’s copy.