Risky Play (Red Card, #1) by Rachel Van Dyken

Mar 13, 2019 Carol [Goodreads Addict] rated it it was amazing

Shelves: contemporary-romance

RATING 4.5 STARS

Risky Play is book one in the brand new series, Red Card, by Rachel Van Dyken. This book was just fantastic. I instantly fell in love with both the hero and the heroine. They were both strong and vulnerable. They made mistakes but they held themselves accountable for them. Read on and let me tell you about them.

Mackenzie (Mack) DuPont grew up the only daughter of parents that owned a wine dynasty. Wine was her life and she was a wine taster for the company. From birth, her best f ...more

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Mar 04, 2019 Astrid - The Bookish Sweet Tooth rated it did not like it

Dammit. DAMMIT! DNF @60%

I don't even know where to start with this one. There were so many things wrong. The hero was a total dick.

The heroine was jilted at the altar, goes on vacation, meets a man, they give fake names to one another, have wild sex. While deflowering her he gets a message from his dad and doesn't call back. Hours later his dad passes away and because the hero was too busy sticking his dick into the heroine to return his dad's call he leaves her in the middle of the night and n ...more

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Apr 27, 2019 Heather K (dentist in my spare time) rated it did not like it

Shelves: everyone-else-loves-it, audiobook, romance, m-f, hated-it, did-not-finish, losing-the-v-card, narrator-so-so

Rage quit.

It isn't often that I'm screaming, "NO!" while listening to an audiobook, but I wanted to throw this out the window (I didn't, because I was listening on my phone, but still...).

This story both made no sense and also enraged me.

First of all, Slade is a huge dick. No woman should have to be nice to a guy who treats her like utter trash for literally no reason. He blames Mac for something that she actually has zero to do with (no misunderstanding, he just blames her for a reason I coul ...more

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Mar 17, 2019 Wendy rated it really liked it

Shelves: arc-wendyswyckedwords, asshole-hero, stand-alone, beautiful, emotional, sweet-heroine, drama-llama, virgin, famous, sexy

I'm gonna be honest here and say that I am a bit over the whole "virgin" trope. If I never have to read about another virgin again...that would be fine by me. That said, I am a fan of Rachel van Dyken's work and so I really don't want to miss out on the books she writes, so I figured I just had to trust her and give this one a go ;)

And I am so glad I did because Mack was pretty awesome !!

MacKenzie is the 30-year-old heiress of a wine empire. She is a sommelier (wine taster) at her fat

I'm gonna be honest here and say that I am a bit over the whole "virgin" trope. If I never have to read about another virgin again...that would be fine by me. That said, I am a fan of Rachel van Dyken's work and so I really don't want to miss out on the books she writes, so I figured I just had to trust her and give this one a go ;)

And I am so glad I did because Mack was pretty awesome !!

MacKenzie is the 30-year-old heiress of a wine empire. She is a sommelier (wine taster) at her father's company. She has also just been left at the altar...by her best friend Alton. The friend she grew up with, the one who was always by her side and who was supposed to run this wine-empire with her in the future...

She tries to resume her life but having to look at her ex-fiancee...(who already showing off his new girlfriend) is just a bit too much. So she decides to go on the honeymoon she bought for the two of them alone... She could use a bit of a time-out...an adventure ;) She wasn't prepared for an engine malfunction though... And while the airplane's engine has exploded, so does Mack's heart when she kisses the handsome man sitting next to her...

Slade Rodriguez is a pretty famous soccer player looking for his own time out. Life has thrown him a few curve balls, and he needed to get away from it all. He wasn't expecting the beauty sitting next to him...kissing him...while the airplane rocks it's way down...

Being in the same resort, and on the same floor even, they decide to take their chemistry a step further.

But tragedy strikes a few hours later and when Mack wakes up...there is no sign anywhere from Slade...

Having no place to go, she decides to go and work for her aunt for a couple of months, so she won't be confronted with her jerkface ex again... since her father refuses to fire him. She didn't expect to come face to face with a different kind of jerk though..

I absolutely loved this book. The back and forth banter was amazing and I laughed my ass off !! Mack was no weak and wilting heroine by any means. She was so strong and sweet and funny. I am glad I put my prejudice about the whole "virgin" thing aside.

It took me a bit longer to warm up to Slade, but he worked hard for it so I have to give him my stamp of approval as well ;)

The side characters were pretty awesome, and I really fell head over heels in love with Matt... He's definitely my kind of guy and I hope he will get his own story soon.

That's not to say I won't be looking forward to Jagger's book, because he was great as well... Can't love em all the same though :P

I highly recommend this series !!!

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Mar 16, 2019 Sabrina rated it really liked it

Shelves: arc-edelweiss-netgalley, sports-jocks-fighters

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Risky Play is the first book in Rachel Van Dyken's new series, Red Card. The story follows jilted bride Mackenzie Dupont and soccer star Slade Rodriguez in a game full of sexiness, angst, and romance.

Slade was just...gah! He had the heat and the intensity and the swoon worthy personality that I love in my heroes. I adored him from the first moment we met him and only loved him harder as the book went on. Even during the moments that I wanted to just slap him silly ...more

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Mar 18, 2019 Jenny••Steamy Reads Blog•• rated it really liked it

Shelves: arc-to-review

Slade Rodriquez, world’s best soccer player. He’s sexy, he’s hot, and he just made the biggest career move from Europe to the United States MLS.

What he doesn’t need is to lose his focus on a woman. However that decision is taken from him when he runs off on a mini vacation before the season gets under way and meets and falls for Mackenzie DuPont. But the world again takes away his options when a tragic phone call is received.

Waking up after a perfect night with a man she just met and instantly ...more

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Mar 08, 2019 Sentranced Jem rated it really liked it

Shelves: 4-5-stars, arc-2019, sports-romance, romance

Title: Risky Play (Red Card #1)
Author: Rachel Van Dyken
Publication Date: March 19, 2019

6% into the book, I read something that made my heart skip a beat. So of course I took it as a sign that I was going to love Risky Play.

I LOVED Mack and Slade. I loved their chemistry so much!

Truth me told I loved the character development in this book the most.
Slade may have his fame, fortune and good looks but geez, this man can be cruel and crude. So I'm not going to lie and say that I was r ...more

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Mar 18, 2019 Carvanz rated it really liked it

Shelves: a-hole-decision, abcd, celibate-hero, enemies-to-lovers, fast-read, jealous-possessive, male-pov, rom-com, mild-angst, part-of-series-but-stands-alone

This was such a great read!

Six months after Mackenzie is left at the altar, she takes advantage of the honeymoon trip she had planned. When one of the plane’s engines goes out, she frantically turns to the man next to her and asks him what the one thing he regrets is. His answer warms her wine tasting heart and then she does the one thing she that ensures she will die with no regrets. She kisses the ever loving heck out of him…and he returns it.

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Mar 10, 2019 Nina rated it really liked it

Shelves: arc, read-in-2019

Thanks again to Skyscape for sending me an ARC of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

When Mackenzie Dupont is left at the altar, she decides to treat herself to a single-girl honeymoon in Mexico where she loses her virginity to pro soccer player Slade Rodriguez. However, she doesn’t know that he’s one of the biggest soccer stars in the world and he doesn’t know she’s a famous Seattle heiress. But the following morning, Slade is gone. After suffering a tragic loss, he ...more

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Nov 19, 2018 NiCoLeTa E. {Addicted To Books} rated it really liked it

Shelves: arc, romance-young-adult-etc, athlets

***4 "It's time to jump!!!" stars***

"Thank you for not giving up on me."

I can't lie!!!! I'm always enjoying a story by RVD!!! And i liked this story, as well!!!
It was sweet! It was fun! It was interesting!!!
I liked the main characters very much and I'm wondering for others too, especially Matt and Jagger!!!
I already know that the second book would be about Matt, but hell, i need Jagger's story too!!!
Please, Rachel, please!!!
I didn't like him in the begining, but he grew on me!!!!

It all s ...more

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Mar 19, 2019 Sarina Bowen added it

✓ European Soccer Star
✓ Jilted Bride
✓ Virgin One Night Stand
✓ Enemies to Lovers
✓ Hot and Steamy Fun.

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Even one-night stands deserve a second chance in New York Times bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken’s novel of sporting desire.

What else can a virgin do when she’s ditched at the altar? Seattle heiress Mackenzie Dupont is treating herself to a single-girl honeymoon in Mexico and a desire to reli ...more

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Mar 19, 2019 Penny Reid marked it as to-read

✓ European Soccer Star
✓ Jilted Bride
✓ Virgin One Night Stand
✓ Enemies to Lovers
✓ Hot and Steamy Fun.

Now Available and FREE with KU:
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/2Ca4Vr6
Amazon Universal: mybook.to/RiskyPlay

Even one-night stands deserve a second chance in New York Times bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken’s novel of sporting desire.

What else can a virgin do when she’s ditched at the altar? Seattle heiress Mackenzie Dupont is treating herself to a single-girl honeymoon in Mexico and a desire to relin ...more

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Mar 19, 2019 ♥ WishfulMiss ♥ rated it really liked it

Rating: 3.5 Stars

I liked this insta-love read. It had angst but it also had a lot of sweet tender moments for the MCs. For a sports romance, it was surprisingly safe and I really did end up falling for Slade and Mackenzie.

Both MCs have been burned in the past. Mackenzie was just left - literally - standing at the alter when the guy she’s been groomed since childhood to marry (and her supposed best friend) walks out on her and a church full of people. Then there’s Slade who is getting over ...more

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Mar 19, 2019 "Avonna rated it it was amazing

Shelves: gifted-from-publisher, net-galley

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RISKY PLAY (Red Card Book 1) by Rachel Van Dyken is the first contemporary romance in a new series featuring pro soccer players.

Mackenzie “Mack” Dupont had her fiancée walk away from her at the altar. Splashed across all of the society pages, Mack’s humiliation leads her to taking her already scheduled honeymoon trip to Mexico alone to get away. She is ready to lose her virginity and live life on her terms.

Slade Rodriguez is now Check out all of my reviews at: https://www.avonnalovesgenres.com

RISKY PLAY (Red Card Book 1) by Rachel Van Dyken is the first contemporary romance in a new series featuring pro soccer players.

Mackenzie “Mack” Dupont had her fiancée walk away from her at the altar. Splashed across all of the society pages, Mack’s humiliation leads her to taking her already scheduled honeymoon trip to Mexico alone to get away. She is ready to lose her virginity and live life on her terms.

Slade Rodriguez is now the highest paid striker in the American soccer league. After finding out his fiancee was pregnant with a teammate’s baby he knew he had to change his life and location. Before the new season begins, he is off to Mexico to hide out and get away from the paparazzi.

When Mack and Slade come together, what they hope can be more turns into a one-night-stand with Mack waking up alone and wondering why everyone leaves her.

Slade has tragic personal reasons for vanishing from Mexico without a goodbye. Grieving and blaming the stranger for his loss, Slade is shocked when Mack shows up at his door as his new personal assistant. Mack cannot believe who opens the door for her new temporary job. They both have a lot to learn about each other after all the lies. Slade needs to let his grief and anger go and Mack refuses to be walked all over anymore. What they do not know is that they have a common enemy who wants to ruin them both.

Mack is such a great heroine. She had a lot of emotional growing up to do. She starts out just rolling along filling everyone else’s expectations and doing all the right things. After having two major emotional upsets, she learns to stand up for herself and make herself first and she does this without becoming bitter or hard. I love sports, but I do not necessarily like the players, young men with too much money, too many women and bad attitudes. I had a hard time liking Slade and his treatment of Mack at first when she ends up working for him, but he did redeem himself and had me cheering for him in the end. The author’s writing has made me interested in finding out more about the other players in future books.

I loved the dialogue in this book. It feels realistic and had me laughing out loud and near tears at times. Ms. Van Dyken brings her characters to life on the page. The sex scenes are hot and explicit and at times funny, but they never felt gratuitous. The secondary characters were fully fleshed out and realistic. This is a new to me author that I am looking forward to following in the future. ...more

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May 06, 2019 Beatrice Masaluñga rated it it was ok

Shelves: adult, arc

ARC kindly provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Five Reasons Why Risky Play is a Miss:

1. The romance escalated quickly. Mackenzie's wedding was called off when his dumbass fiance walked out of the altar. She traveled to Mexico where she met Slade on flight and they instantly clicked on. They had a one night stand later on which is off because I expected these two are brokenhearted from their previous relationships and these two seems unaffected by it.

2.The hero is a jerk. ...more

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Mar 21, 2019 Elle Kennedy added it

✓ European Soccer Star
✓ Jilted Bride
✓ Virgin One Night Stand
✓ Enemies to Lovers
✓ Hot and Steamy Fun.

Now Available and FREE with KU:
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/2Ca4Vr6
Amazon Universal: mybook.to/RiskyPlay

Even one-night stands deserve a second chance in New York Times bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken’s novel of sporting desire.

What else can a virgin do when she’s ditched at the altar? Seattle heiress Mackenzie Dupont is treating herself to a single-girl honeymoon in Mexico and a desire to relin ...more

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Dec 02, 2018 Tracy C rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Risky Play shines in true Rachel Van Dyken style. Mackenzie and Slade had some great witty banter and awesome chemistry. I could really relate to Mackenzie"s desire for a true partner. My heart broke a bit for her. And even though Slade made a big mistake when he was really emotional. she allowed him to have another chance to prove himself. Makenzie and Slade were super hot together and I can't wait for RVD to work her magic with Matt and Jagger!

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Mar 16, 2019 Jen ♥Star-Crossed Book Blog♥ rated it it was amazing

Shelves: favorite-heroines, dont-cry, kindle-unlimited, arcs, love-makes-my-heart-happy, favorites, hot-hot-hot, romance, adult, bad-boys-i-love

Risky Play was an emotionally heartfelt story that started out with a bang. It had everything I've come to love in a Rachel Van Dyken book. Characters that felt real, a story-line that pulled at my heart and scorching hot scenes that made me fan my face. But there was also a strong hate to love vibe that made this story such a winner. If you're a fan of sports romances, Rachel Van Dyken or hate to love romances then definitely pick this one up!

“More champagne?” He pointed to my hand stil

Risky Play was an emotionally heartfelt story that started out with a bang. It had everything I've come to love in a Rachel Van Dyken book. Characters that felt real, a story-line that pulled at my heart and scorching hot scenes that made me fan my face. But there was also a strong hate to love vibe that made this story such a winner. If you're a fan of sports romances, Rachel Van Dyken or hate to love romances then definitely pick this one up!

“More champagne?” He pointed to my hand still clutching the champagne with a vise-like grip.
“Yeah,” I croaked.
“Are you by yourself?” he asked a few seconds later.
“Yes.” Don’t cry. Don’t cry. Don’t cry.
“Do you want to be?” he asked softly.
I shook my head, no…
Just then he hopped over the partition, swept me into his arms, and lowered his head.

Six months after we watched Mackenzie be ditched at the altar, she treated herself to her honeymoon. Alone. She met a man named Slade on the airplane and I absolutely loved how their time together progressed, eeks! With fake names, a whirlwind day of fun and a night that was steamy and romantic, it was absolutely addicting watching them be together. But that next morning, Slade left without a word. While they never thought they would see each other again, one month later Mackenzie ended up being Slade's assistant. And it definitely wasn't a warm and fuzzy reunion.

He was barely touching me, and my body hummed to life.
I stepped away.
I had to.
I didn’t trust him.
I couldn’t.

While Mackenzie was the heiress to one of the largest wine brands, she was completely down to earth and I easily connected with her. She was kind, patient and I loved that she took risks and was brave. But my heart hurt for her. Mackenzie had been burned by men and never seemed to be enough for them. So when Slade started using Mackenzie as an emotional punching bag, she held nothing back and stood her ground. She didn't understand why she was now hated. But she'd much rather spend her time with Slade, instead of going back to the winery. Where she would have be around the man who left her at the alter.

“You’re making this harder than it should be.” I crossed my arms.
“And you make me harder than I should be. And yet, here I am.” He crossed his arms.
Don’t look down. Do not. Look. Down.
I gulped.
His smile broke out into a huge grin. “You were saying?”

Oh Slade. He was such a complex man. And one that I absolutely loved. He was the number one soccer player in the world, but his trust was definitely jaded from his past and his fame. But thankfully we got to see his softer side in the beginning. When he was in Mexico with Mackenzie, Slade was charming, seductive and fun. But when we saw him a month later, he was cold and callous. He could be so mean and hurtful to Mackenzie, it hurt to watch. Since we alternated between Slade and Mackenzie, you'll find out why he is the way he is. He was so bad, but I also knew just how amazing he could be.

I had to convince myself that the man in Puerto Vallarta didn’t exist.
Because if he did?
I wouldn’t let him go.

As Mackenzie invaded Slade's life, doing her job, I was so proud that she would continually throw Slade's attitude back in his face. She never took it lying down. And probably the most amazing thing about Mackenzie is that she took a bad situation and found a way to be positive about it. I absolutely loved her! As the story progressed, I loved seeing peeks of the old Slade. The one I fell so hard for. When his charming or seductive side would come out, I couldn't stop the smiles. But best of all I loved watching the moments when Slade was fiercely protective of those he cared for. It was crazy hot!

Her hands dug into me, clung to me like I was going to let her go, and it broke my fucking heart that she might actually think I would do that because of our history.
I wasn’t letting this go.
Her go.

While the sexual tension was absolutely delicious, I loved when Rachel Van Dyken took them a step further. Not only was it seductive, but I loved how she could seamlessly lace humor into those moments. There was a shower scene that had me laughing so hard I was crying. But outside of Slade and Mackenzie, there was also friendships that I adored reading about. Matt and Jagger were my two favorite side characters, you have to meet them! Also you have to meet Slade's dog, Alfie. He was such a cutie! So yes, I definitely recommend this book! Risky Play made me laugh, cry, smile and fall in love. And it gave me ALL the tears with that ending. It was so perfect! Now I can't wait to read the next book, which is about Matt. That man made me crack up and smile so hard, I can't wait to hear every single one of his thoughts!

*I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book, provided by the publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*

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Jan 26, 2019 Bookgasms Book Blog rated it it was amazing

Shelves: ratula, shelly

Risky Play was the kind of book that made me wonder why I'm not reading more Rachel Van Dyken. I was positively addicted to Mack & Jade's love story, and, having just turned the last page, I'm already hungry for more from this new series.

I mean, I was sucked in immediately to this fun, emotional romance. All the magic of romance books is present here: witty banter, sparky chemistry, heartfelt emotion, and strong characters. I will admit to giving a little side-eye to the virgin heroine, but Mac Risky Play was the kind of book that made me wonder why I'm not reading more Rachel Van Dyken. I was positively addicted to Mack & Jade's love story, and, having just turned the last page, I'm already hungry for more from this new series.

I mean, I was sucked in immediately to this fun, emotional romance. All the magic of romance books is present here: witty banter, sparky chemistry, heartfelt emotion, and strong characters. I will admit to giving a little side-eye to the virgin heroine, but Mack was fantastic. She was that perfect balance of strong yet kind. She had her fair share of insecurities, but they were justified and she didn't dwell on them. She was giving without being a doormat. She was a very nearly perfect heroine and in the end, I could not have adored her more.

Slade wasn't nearly so likable, but for me his heart of gold was always on display even if he often deserved a solid slap in the face. He was surly and rude, but never truly mean, and it probably helped that Mack was no wilting violet. Part of the reward of getting a hero who is not so nice, is getting to see the evolution from closed heart to open heart and, man, there is nothing more rewarding than that. I loved the way Slade slowly came around. I loved the undercurrent of possessiveness and protectiveness even as he was determined to push Mack away. And, in the end, I adored him every bit as much as I did Mack.

In all, this story just felt good to me. It was the perfect escape. My heart leaped on board and fluttered, ached, and soared right in time with the storyline. Even the conflict, when it came, didn't phase me. I was already fully invested in the happily ever after and, when that came? It was perfection. So rewarding. So fun. So so recommended! ~ Shelly, 5 Stars

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Risky Play was another delicious read by Rachel Van Dyken. Mackenzie Allistar DuPont and Slade Rodriguez were delicious. I loveeee soccer stories and could not wait to start this. The banter, chemistry and bromance in this story gave me life!

When Slade and Mackenzie were both on the run from some past heartache, they both fell into each other's arms for some solace on a tropical vacation. I loved that they found each other during a painful time and were able to forget about their worries with one another. But when a painful reality sets in, and Slade and Mackenzie are reunited, Will Spade's coldness and hardened heart push Mackenzie away for good?

I enjoyed this story a lot. It had the typical Van Dyken humor and banter with a dose of edginess from Slade. There is nothing I love more than a mean boy and Slade grabbed that title with two hands when he was first reunited with Mackenzie. But more than a mean guy I love a sassy girl and I found that Mackenzie was not quite as sassy as I would have liked. It seemed like all she did was cry or bat away tears when Slade was mean to her. Quite a few times she decided to make it "right with him" when he deserved a swift kick in the behind with his behavior. I would have loved to see her hand him his balls and then some on a few occasions instead of running away (to walk the dog or cry.) The grovel in this story was very well done however and I loved the ending so much.

All in all this was a fun read and I look forward to Matt's story! 4 stars! ~Ratula ...more

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Jan 31, 2019 Dali rated it it was amazing

Shelves: series, sports, standalone, arc-read, tortured-hero, contemporary-romance, published-2019

Rachel Van Dyken scores a goal with the launch of her Red Card series and the fun, sexy and witty soccer romance, Risky Play.

Having thoroughly been left at the altar, wine heiress Mackenzie Dupont decides to go on her honeymoon… alone. Thinking that her plane would crash in route to tropical Puerto Vallarta, she impulsively kisses the sexy stranger sitting next to her only to safely land and find out he’s staying in the pent house next her. Throwing caution to the wind she spends a magical nigh ...more

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Mar 19, 2019 Sawyer Bennett added it

✓ European Soccer Star
✓ Jilted Bride
✓ Virgin One Night Stand
✓ Enemies to Lovers
✓ Hot and Steamy Fun.

Now Available and FREE with KU:
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/2Ca4Vr6
Amazon Universal: mybook.to/RiskyPlay

Even one-night stands deserve a second chance in New York Times bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken’s novel of sporting desire.

What else can a virgin do when she’s ditched at the altar? Seattle heiress Mackenzie Dupont is treating herself to a single-girl honeymoon in Mexico and a desire to relin ...more

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Apr 16, 2019 Jacqueline's Reads rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: audio, ku, v-card, sports

3 It’s Okay Stars

I feel like my reading preferences have changed drastically since independently published authors were starting to trend.

What I once loved and enjoy isn’t cutting it for me anyone. I use to love these no-fuss, no-muss kind of reads, but right now I find them lacking, sub-par and poorly contrived.

I like Rachel Van Dyken. Some of her earlier works have been a massive favorite of mine, but for the life of me, I think I’m just not into these light books anymore, or maybe I found th ...more

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Oct 28, 2018 Paula White rated it really liked it

This book was great from the first page. Mack gets left at the alter, which is a really good thing when you get further in the book as her ex - what a...there are no words! She meets Slade, who is also going through a lot in his personal life - and they have one night. But that isn't the end of it - thank goodness. This book had a sassy h, alpha H and lots of wit! Loved Jagger and Matt - hope they get their own books. Really fun read and I look forward to the next one.

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May 18, 2019 Mackenzie rated it it was amazing

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An alluring read! The characters are fetching, vulnerable, and wealthy; while the plot is a stunning combination of fate, loss, and love. Complete with an engine failure, an impromptu kiss, cliff jumping, a Spanish soccer player, and a Seattle heiress; Risky Play is a mesmerizing novel that shows just how complicated life can be when you meet your soulmate on a chance vacation only to have your world fall apart.

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Jan 19, 2019 Michelle rated it it was amazing

Shelves: alpha-male, arc, favorite-books, hot-men, sports-men, bad-boys, second-chance, series, strong-female

Luvd this.

I really enjoyed this book. When I read the blurb I was dying to read it. The story was really good I luvd how Slade and MacKenzie. Things weren't goin great for them and they needed to get away. Both characters were dealing with crappy relationships and the last thing that they needed was to jump into another. But sometimes you dont know what's around the corner. But instantly there was something between them. They both might not of been honestly with each other but I did understa ...more

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Mar 19, 2019 K. Bromberg added it

✓ European Soccer Star
✓ Jilted Bride
✓ Virgin One Night Stand
✓ Enemies to Lovers
✓ Hot and Steamy Fun.

Now Available and FREE with KU:
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/2Ca4Vr6
Amazon Universal: mybook.to/RiskyPlay

Even one-night stands deserve a second chance in New York Times bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken’s novel of sporting desire.

What else can a virgin do when she’s ditched at the altar? Seattle heiress Mackenzie Dupont is treating herself to a single-girl honeymoon in Mexico and a desire to relin ...more

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Mar 02, 2019 bookmarkbelles rated it it was amazing

I devoured this book in one sitting y'all it was that good!
The story was so raw and emotional but it also kept me balanced by delivering plenty of witty banter and humour along the way.
It was seriously one hell of a ride and I felt every minute of it. *Grabs a glass of wine*

I love how this book is a "sports romance" but it doesnt center heavily on the sport itself like other books that i've read. I also loved that all the characters in this story were so well executed that as a reader I just c ...more

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Oct 27, 2018 Tzelina rated it it was amazing

**Thank you to the author, publisher and Netgalley for giving me the ARC in exchange for an honest review** #RiskyPlay #NetGalley

What a wonderful book!!! Risky Play was such a fun and unexpected read!! It was sexy, intense, sweet, romantic and just a wonderful joyride for me!! Love the flirting and chemistry between Slade and Mack!! I really really loved it, I was hooked from the first page, I couldn't put it down!! I definitely look forward to reading more in this series. Absolutely Jagger need ...more

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Mar 20, 2019 Louise Bay added it

✓ European Soccer Star
✓ Jilted Bride
✓ Virgin One Night Stand
✓ Enemies to Lovers
✓ Hot and Steamy Fun.

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Even one-night stands deserve a second chance in New York Times bestselling author Rachel Van Dyken’s novel of sporting desire.

What else can a virgin do when she’s ditched at the altar? Seattle heiress Mackenzie Dupont is treating herself to a single-girl honeymoon in Mexico and a desire to relin ...more

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Feb 28, 2020 Yna the Mood Reader rated it really liked it

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"For the first time in my life -it felt like I wasn't going to jump and have to catch myself.
I had someone by my side. Just as eager to take the leap.
Just as willing.
To catch me after the fall."

📚 Series: Yes.
📚 Genre: Contemporary Romance.
📚 POV: Dual POV.
📚 Cliffhanger: No.

⚠ Tags: Soccer player hero. Virgin heiress heroine. One night stand.

I would like to say, first off, that I read the second book, Kickin' It, before this one. This means I already have an opinion on Slade, the ...more

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