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Springville Rockets #2
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The first time I saw her, she was buck naked and mad as hell.
Things went a little crazy after that.
Ivy Kincaide. Full, lush breasts, standing at attention as my eyes devour them. Creamy, smooth skin. A petite waist leading to curvy hips, and a round, pert ass that makes me ache to sink my fingers into the flesh and pull her onto my hard, waiting c*ck.
She also just happens to be my new next-door neighbor.
I just moved to Springville to start my first season as wide receiver for the Rockets. As luck would have it, the condo I’m renting is right next door to a straight-laced grad student who hardly ever pulls her nose out of a book. But there’s just something about Ivy – and not just her smoking hot body. It’s like I’m eight years old and wanna pull her pigtails just to see her stomp her feet at me. She’s wound up tighter than a rubber band. But the way her ass shimmies when she stalks away from me tells me there’s a completely different girl underneath.
And nothing’s gonna stop me from finding out.
The Player Next Door is a STANDALONE, full-length novel with steamy scenes, no cliffhanger, and guaranteed HEA.
Things went a little crazy after that.
Ivy Kincaide. Full, lush breasts, standing at attention as my eyes devour them. Creamy, smooth skin. A petite waist leading to curvy hips, and a round, pert ass that makes me ache to sink my fingers into the flesh and pull her onto my hard, waiting c*ck.
She also just happens to be my new next-door neighbor.
I just moved to Springville to start my first season as wide receiver for the Rockets. As luck would have it, the condo I’m renting is right next door to a straight-laced grad student who hardly ever pulls her nose out of a book. But there’s just something about Ivy – and not just her smoking hot body. It’s like I’m eight years old and wanna pull her pigtails just to see her stomp her feet at me. She’s wound up tighter than a rubber band. But the way her ass shimmies when she stalks away from me tells me there’s a completely different girl underneath.
And nothing’s gonna stop me from finding out.
The Player Next Door is a STANDALONE, full-length novel with steamy scenes, no cliffhanger, and guaranteed HEA.
256 pages, ebook
First published February 7, 2017
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About the author
Daphne Loveling
88 books1,647 followersUSA Today bestselling author of alpha males, feisty females, and smoking hot romance.
Small town girl in the big city. Incurable romantic. Hopeless optimist in a realist's body.
Owned by two cats.
A sucker for a bad boy with a soft center.
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Small town girl in the big city. Incurable romantic. Hopeless optimist in a realist's body.
Owned by two cats.
A sucker for a bad boy with a soft center.
Note: Many of the books listed on this profile have been re-released, unpublished, or combined into anthologies. Goodreads does not allow authors to remove books even if they are no longer available. Please refer to the individual book descriptions for more information.
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November 9, 2017FREE on Amazon today (11/09/2017)!
April 3, 2017
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October 12, 2018
If you recall I, 1st read Zone Blitz, never had picked up a copy of one of Daphne's read before and was immediately hooked, I wrote her on FB and she said Snap Court is free right this minute on Amazon, so I jumped over there and grabbed it up. Did you notice that sentence I just wrote??! I said I wrote the author?? WHAT?? I still am totally amazed when authors take the time to read their readers, if you do that, u r truly a great author, I know you gotta be busy ...we all are, but to take the time and say a few words that is priceless!! love that!! Such a fan. There are 3 books in the series. So this is #2 ...I will be checking out the others asap!! Gotta a lot of books on the TBR list ...but I will get there. Such a quick read, hot & steamy. Sport addict, you will love this one. Such a great read. Check it out!! ( ;
February 20, 2017
Cute sports romance.
February 10, 2017
received copy for review
standalone with HEA
The story started out fun. when Ivy and Knox meet it proves to be an embarrassing moment for Ivy. she is naked in the kitchen. Knox likes what he sees, but Ivy thinks he is a jerk. I thought it was funny, Ivy not so much. she is determined not to like him. Ivy is a graduate student and studying is her hobby. she is a little uptight and sheltered. Knox is the new wide receiver for the local NFL team. He is fun and adventurous. with a little charm her gets Ivy to loosen up and start living beyond her studies. The only problem they have is football. He loves it and she only sees the danger in the plays. It does cause some angst and turmoil between them. In the end both characters grow and make sacrifices for the other.
standalone with HEA
The story started out fun. when Ivy and Knox meet it proves to be an embarrassing moment for Ivy. she is naked in the kitchen. Knox likes what he sees, but Ivy thinks he is a jerk. I thought it was funny, Ivy not so much. she is determined not to like him. Ivy is a graduate student and studying is her hobby. she is a little uptight and sheltered. Knox is the new wide receiver for the local NFL team. He is fun and adventurous. with a little charm her gets Ivy to loosen up and start living beyond her studies. The only problem they have is football. He loves it and she only sees the danger in the plays. It does cause some angst and turmoil between them. In the end both characters grow and make sacrifices for the other.
August 25, 2023
This one was cute and sweet and relatable and the breakup did not feel contrived at all! It was very logical that the two would clash the way they did, so I am glad that it was done the way it was! I loved Ivy, though, girl, I cannot believe that you were walking around someone else's apartment buck naked...like, cool, I get you are house sitting for them but still... 😂 I loved Knox so much. He didn't really have anything about him that I disliked! Though, why you just walking into a naked lady's living space like that, bro?
February 11, 2017
I love Daphne’s work. Her writing flows so effortlessly making it so easy to read.
Our alpha - He’s gorgeous, cheeky, daring and blown away by her from their first unconventional meeting. She’s guarded, studious and unimpressed with him at their first meeting. Fab interaction between the characters, very enjoyable read.
Our alpha - He’s gorgeous, cheeky, daring and blown away by her from their first unconventional meeting. She’s guarded, studious and unimpressed with him at their first meeting. Fab interaction between the characters, very enjoyable read.
February 12, 2018
Loved It!!!!
I really enjoyed this book. Ivy's looking after a friends condo & his dog. Next door is empty so Ivy doesn't have to worry about what she wears or doesn't wear. What she doesn't realize is that a hot & sexy man has moved in next door. I love this author & can't wait to read more of her books. Thanks.
I really enjoyed this book. Ivy's looking after a friends condo & his dog. Next door is empty so Ivy doesn't have to worry about what she wears or doesn't wear. What she doesn't realize is that a hot & sexy man has moved in next door. I love this author & can't wait to read more of her books. Thanks.
July 10, 2024
I only read half of the book because it was too much sex, and not enough plot. I know when a lot of people see someone write that in a review, it makes them jump to read that book lol, so by all means have at it. It was just too much for me. I like for there to be more plot, and only a few smutty scenes. There is no slow burn at all in this book. They move super fast.
November 17, 2017
Good read
It was a good book I'm not a sports romance fan but this was great. It dealt with current new of concussive hits I. contact sports. Identified with the female. Her fear seemed very real but her end discussion with Knox saying love is a risk. And it is.
It was a good book I'm not a sports romance fan but this was great. It dealt with current new of concussive hits I. contact sports. Identified with the female. Her fear seemed very real but her end discussion with Knox saying love is a risk. And it is.
February 4, 2019
Good read
I really enjoy reading a good sports romance. This one is a little bit different than most. The jock falls in love with a geeky science girl. Their first meeting will get you hooked.
I really enjoy reading a good sports romance. This one is a little bit different than most. The jock falls in love with a geeky science girl. Their first meeting will get you hooked.
April 1, 2019
Another great read!! Ivy and Knox were total opposites but in the end perfect for one another! In the end Ivy found out you can't control love and you can't control the future, you just have to live in the moment. A few grammatical errors but a great read!
July 27, 2019
Loved it fast pace very entertaining and hot. Love arrogant cocky sports books. Not a lot of drama, just a great plot straight and to the point. No love at first sight but you feel the love building. Knox and ivy book pulls you in and keeps you wanting more. Love the characters .
February 15, 2017
I liked this one.. I do think romance has been overdone but sometimes we just need it and this is a good one and not a cliffhanger!
September 28, 2017
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Though predictable and stereotypical, I really enjoyed reading this book. The characters are believable and the female was not cast as a wimp.
Though predictable and stereotypical, I really enjoyed reading this book. The characters are believable and the female was not cast as a wimp.
November 12, 2017
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Loved the book. Amazing how the phrase opposites attract is so true. Very cute love story. I would recommend the book.
Loved the book. Amazing how the phrase opposites attract is so true. Very cute love story. I would recommend the book.
November 12, 2017
The relationship was very unique in this book and the dog was literally my favorite part. I really loved how she was a neuroscience grad student as well!
November 13, 2017
😉
I will only say this one thing. This book I recommend to be read 100%. I couldn’t put it down and didn’t for one bit. 😉
I will only say this one thing. This book I recommend to be read 100%. I couldn’t put it down and didn’t for one bit. 😉
November 15, 2017
Not bad
Not original, but still some entertainment. I liked Knox and Ivy but after reading Rinn and Jake's excerpt, I'm suddenly intrigued.
Not original, but still some entertainment. I liked Knox and Ivy but after reading Rinn and Jake's excerpt, I'm suddenly intrigued.
July 28, 2019
Sports
A very quick read. Cute story , common sense but some do not see it unless you read it. Ha ha . Enjoy, I did!
A very quick read. Cute story , common sense but some do not see it unless you read it. Ha ha . Enjoy, I did!
November 20, 2019
3.5 stars
March 30, 2020
Wonderful book
What a great story, I loved every moment of this book. The characters are fantastic, believable and truly a happily ever after.
What a great story, I loved every moment of this book. The characters are fantastic, believable and truly a happily ever after.
June 18, 2020
Football
I didn't think sports romance would be my thing, even though I'm a huge football fan. Daphne Loveling proved me wrong!
I didn't think sports romance would be my thing, even though I'm a huge football fan. Daphne Loveling proved me wrong!
October 18, 2020
Better
I liked this couple from the beginning. It definitely had more sexy than book one well at least quicker. Very few side characters
I liked this couple from the beginning. It definitely had more sexy than book one well at least quicker. Very few side characters
December 16, 2021
Okay read
An okay read, nothing different or outstanding about the story or its characters . Just an okay read that ends a bit abruptly.
An okay read, nothing different or outstanding about the story or its characters . Just an okay read that ends a bit abruptly.
February 22, 2022
genuine love story
I really like it the love story is believable and good.
You want to read a feel good love story that has a happy ending, you will love this book.
I really like it the love story is believable and good.
You want to read a feel good love story that has a happy ending, you will love this book.
August 13, 2022
2.5 I won’t but the next book, the authors writing style is a bit too slow
January 17, 2023
This is an easy, sexy read. Not a lot of depth but it was cute.
February 7, 2023
I did like this book, but I did fine that Knox lost his temper very quickly.not even a slow irritation first.
February 26, 2017
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book
This is the first book by this author I have read and I LOVED it,
Ivy is staying at her "Uncle's" condo house and dog sitting while finishing up her schooling,
Knox just got to Springville to start his first season as wide receiver for the Rockets
As he is moving in he happens to be on Ivy's balcony and sees a GORGEOUS curvy
redhead walking around naked. I LOVED Ivy and Knox's story and bring in his equally stunning
brother and you have a misunderstanding that almost tears them completely apart.
But OMG the HEA ending is great. I hope we get more from this Team!
This is the first book by this author I have read and I LOVED it,
Ivy is staying at her "Uncle's" condo house and dog sitting while finishing up her schooling,
Knox just got to Springville to start his first season as wide receiver for the Rockets
As he is moving in he happens to be on Ivy's balcony and sees a GORGEOUS curvy
redhead walking around naked. I LOVED Ivy and Knox's story and bring in his equally stunning
brother and you have a misunderstanding that almost tears them completely apart.
But OMG the HEA ending is great. I hope we get more from this Team!
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