LEVI MONTGOMERY is charismatic and sexy as sin. First baseman for one of major league baseball’s hottest teams, he’s lived most of his adult years playing the field. But the time has come for him to work just as hard off it as he has on it. That is, if he wants the girl. And for the first time, he wants the girl. He wants ROWAN LANDRY. A top notch civil engineer, she’s made her place in this so … so called man’s world. Rowan knows her worth, and she isn’t stopping there.Nothing will stand in her way of what she’s worked so hard for . . . until he actually does. With chemistry so undeniable, it’s no wonder their torrid one night stand holds enough heat to burn up the sheets. But when a pertinent piece of information complicates things and a make or break decision leaves unanswered questions, they come to realize this just might be the final inning.
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Totally fantastic read.i simply did not put this book until the very last page and still wanted more l.no spoilers here but any would do and act the same way Levi did.this storyline was epic in my honest opinion and cannot wait to read more from this author
I love books that have a strong female character and this book doesn’t disappoint.
She is a smart, successful and independent woman who doesn’t rely on people. He’s a hot baseball player.
The chemistry between these two Is undeniable and it makes the story that much more enjoyable
This is a new author to me but my word, I will certainly be looking out for her work in the future. Levi and Rowan’s story is a beautifully written tale with undeniable chemistry. I was captivated throughout this addictive page turner, and I highly recommend for all readers.
A fun sports romance.
Top Notch is my first book by Nicole Richards.
Rowan is a woman working in a ‘mans’ field. She’s a top-notch engineer with a high-class firm and is slowly making her way. She meets Levi at the baseball team’s local hangout and they have one scorching night together. Then afterward she wants to keep things quiet. Not because she has a boyfriend and made a mistake, but because her dad is the general manager of Levi’s team, the Atlanta Bucks.
Levi wasn’t looking for a relationship but from the second he touched Rowan he was lost. He and his teammates had been ordered by his GM not to get involved with his soon to be stepdaughters. Levi didn’t know who Rowan was when the first connected and now he doesn’t care. He just wants the girl.
Rowan is a strong, independent woman but she still feels the need for validation in her work, but what will she do when one finally comes along, if it means losing the man meant for her.
Find out when your One-Click your copy of Top Notch.
These two frustrated me to no end. They were both so wishy washy, Rowan more than Levi. I get she has ambition regarding her job and more power to her but the way she went about it was horrible. Then Levi acted like a jerk even though he had a right to be angry. These two needed better communication skills.
Oh my!! I love this author’s work and this is my favorite to date!! Levi and Rowan will steal your hearts. He had given up on finding love until Rowan snuck into his heart. Rowan was a strong independent woman with dreams and goals. The chemistry between these two is tangible. This book is a real page turner and once you start you won’t be able to stop.
Two strong characters that have a lot going for them find each other unexpectedly. I loved Levi and Rowen, they have instant chemistry that becomes more as they try to navigate to find their HEA. Their struggle to find the right balance in their life made for a relatable and likable storyline. A great start to the series that is a one click for fans of sport romance that will give you the feels from start to finish. I can’t wait for more.
5 HOME RUN STARS!! This is my favorite book of the year so far!! Give me a sexy baseball player (just look at the cover) and a feisty beautiful woman and you have hit. Levi and Rowan will check all your boxes for the perfect romance love story. Their chemistry is off the charts and the feels will give you tingles. This was my first book by Nicole Richard and I am excited to read more by her. You definitely need to read this book.
Once I started I couldn’t put it down. I love Levi and Rowan’s story. This was my first read by this author and won’t be my last. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
4 stars
Once bitten, twice shy, well at least until you’re bitten again! Professional baseball player, Levi, is reluctant to enter into another relationship after his girlfriend walks out on him without explanation. He believes his ball player lifestyle is far more conducive to one and done encounters with women. At least that’s what he believes until he meets the sexy Rowan. She occupies his mind like no one else ever has. In the end, Levi must decide if a relationship is worth possibly losing everything he’s worked so hard for.
Civil engineer, Rowan is both beautiful and brilliant. It’s no wonder a guy like Levi takes an interest in her but the interest she feels toward him is entirely new. Their time together is complicated but is it worth risking everything?
Great story. I love stories about athletes and the women that caught them. Fairly quick read but great storyline, including the fun little complication.
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An amazing read that has twist and turns, emotional, beautiful and charming Levi and Rowan pull you in hand you wanting more and more. Can’t wait to read what she has next.
This book was great.
I loved the playfulness, the sweetness, the sexiness; and the inevitable heartbreak and drama that comes alongside all of that.
The absolute best part was the reconciliation I had a hunch it would end the way it did. It was so cute!
With her first book in a couple of years Nicole hits this one out of the park!
Levi Montgomery is a god in the baseball world! Levi plays first base for his home team the Bucks.
As royalty Levi gets what he wants when he wants and where he wants it but sometimes even royalty can lose it all.
Levi doesn’t believe in love after being burned by a previous girlfriend, enter Rowan.
Rowan works as a engineer and is rising in the ranks hoping to land her dream job in California.
From the moment Levi and Rowan being interacting sparks start to fly.
But what happens when Rowan has a secret from the start that can tear the two apart.
Will Levi be able to believe in love again? Or will he be shown that women can not be trusted?
I highly suggest giving Too Notch a chance and see where Rowan and Levi will take you.
Hot and Steamy read…
…that I hit in one sitting.
Once bitten, twice shy, professional Ball player Levi Montgomery had tried a solid relationship and was kicked to the kerb by a deceitful woman, leading him back to his party hard ‘player’ ways, which worked for him until he spies a beautiful blonde sitting with her friend in Buck’s Bar, their namesake’s favourite watering hole. He’s looking hard, she’s interested, and holy crap, the heat and chemistry between them pretty much ramped to high immediately.
As an Engineer, Rowan Landry is a strong character and I absolutely admired her hard work ethic and internal confidence in herself and her professional abilities. Because I went into the Engineering sector in the 1980’s, I’m familiar with her struggles to be taken seriously and with the initiatives to encourage women into Engineering and Science, I connected with her straight away. She knows her own value, and because she wants to advance professionally, she’s not interested in any kind of relationship, or into one night stands either, until… she sees the gorgeous ball players who is looking hard in her direction.
Woo hoo, this book contains everything that makes a sports romance one of my favourite tropes: hot focused professional ‘player’, sassy, bad-arse chick, a load of witty interactions between all characters and a whole heap of steam between our leads.
Rowan and her sister Gabbi, Levi and his teammates were all solid enjoyable gorgeous characters, making Top Notch a great lead into Nicole Richards new series. 4.5 Stars
I enjoyed this book and thought it was a solid introduction to this series. Levi and Rowen were likable and complex characters. I loved the chemistry and attraction they shared. You can expect plenty of feels as these two struggle to find the perfect balance to get that HEA. I am choosing to post a candid review.
Love this! A strong, smart and successful female character, a bad boy baseball player, of course you can see where this is going but there’s many bumps and twists along the way. There’s frustration, anger, love, sadness, sexy times. This book has a little of everything with some great side characters too! Really enjoyed this book.
4*
Levi’s ex left him after realising he never loved her & her plans for him didn’t succeed.
Rowan meets Levi at the bar hes celebrating a win shes celebrating her promotion.
I loved the chemistry between these two and the fact they weren’t perfect.
A new author for myself and I will definitely read more of her work. I’m looking forward to reading Gabby & Hatch’s book.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.
A story of sacrifices