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Southern Player

(Charleston Heat #2)

Jessica Peterson (Goodreads Author)

4.19 · Rating details · 2,460 ratings · 362 reviews

I’m looking for a hot hookup with no strings attached. And I want my older brother’s best friend to step up to the plate...

My dating history is lame. My experiences in bed? Even lamer. As the owner of a thriving business, I’m used to calling the shots. But one place I don’t always want to be in charge is in the bedroom.

Enter Luke Rodgers. My brother’s best friend. Form ...more

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Sep 23, 2019 Carol [Goodreads Addict] rated it really liked it

Shelves: contemporary-romance

Southern Player is book two in the Charleston Heat series by Jessica Peterson. This can be read as a stand alone. I started out reading book three in this series and fell in love with it. Then I went back and read book one and now this one. I met both Luke and Gracie in the other books and was so anxious to read their story.

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Gracie Jackson is Eli’s little sister, a sister he is very protective of, especially from his best friend, Luke, who has been known for his one night stand ways. Gracie is hi ...more

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Oct 01, 2018 Jessica Peterson rated it it was amazing · (Review from the author)

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Feb 18, 2019 Maria Luis rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I don't know how she does it. I swear, each book I read from Jessica Peterson, I always think, "this is my favorite one." SOUTHERN PLAYER is no exception. I floved this book SO hard.

I don't want to give away plot spoilers but I will say this: I grinned the entire time I read this book. Luke and Gracie were everything I wanted them to be - and then they became so much more than I even hoped. Sexy. Sweet. Authentically amazing.

While I was reading, a friend asked me how I was enjoying the book, an ...more

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Feb 18, 2019 Michelle Claypot_Reads rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: new-panties-required, 6-star-reads, forever-favourites, favourites-2019

Six star read for me ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

For me this book was perfect. I adored Luke and Gracie. Simply adored them!

You know how some books flow beautifully, make you smile and have you laughing out loud while reading. The ones that have you flipping through the pages, ignoring the outside world. That's this book.

It's packed with witty dialogue. Well rounded characters that you come to care about and handles true emotions and insecurities, that if we're honest, we all have. Add to that some of the BES ...more

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Feb 26, 2019 Mandie rated it it was amazing

This book was perfection!! So full of suspense. Luke and Gracie are ❤️❤️❤️! One of my top reads of 2019!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own

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Feb 24, 2019 Kelsey rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Two words: Luke. Rodgers.

If you read this book for no other reason, let him be it. Jessica Peterson wrote his simple-yet-profound point of view with perfection. He was one of the most sincere, sweet, and adorable (not to mention HOT) characters I've read in a long time. I would read this book again for him alone.

Need another reason to read? THIS IS STEAMY AF. Probably the steamiest book I've ever read, and I mean that in a good way. The best way, really. Smart writing, funny one-liners, and al ...more

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Feb 06, 2019 Quinn's Quippy Quotes rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: paperback, own, arc, signed

Could I do that? Could I really leave scared at the door and embrace sensual instead? Only one way to find out.

There is something about Jessica Peterson's writing that has become so recognizable to me. It's like settling in in that perfect cozy spot at home with a hot cup of cocoa and a soft fuzzy blanket.

After finishing Southern Charmer, I couldn't wait to see what she had in store for Grace and Luke! And knowing what the basis of their story was about, I knew it was going to be HOT! And it was ...more

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Feb 19, 2019 Jennifer rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I loved every second of Gracie and Luke’s story. Their friendship was sweet and their chemistry was sexy and sizzling hot, which made for an amazing love story.

There were so many great moments that I just loved from start to finish in this book. From the delicious, flirty, easy banter between the characters to the level of care and concern for each other was was endearing. There were some amazing highs, a few lows and emotionally charged moments both from Gracie and Luke.

Jessica Peterson's wri ...more

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Feb 16, 2019 Neshaisabookworm’s Book Review rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I just finished reading Southern Player and OMG was it good! Honestly this was so well written, the characters came to life so well and I fell even more in love with the characters I first met in Southern Charmer. Gracie and Luke have an amazing love story! Jessica Peterson this is a book that you’ll read over and over again because you can’t get enough! You’ll laugh, cry, and smile till your cheeks hurt while reading this. Such a genuine love story and the sex is amazing too! Chemistry for days ...more

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Feb 17, 2019 Leisa Ann rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Oh my stars....sweet, swoony, sexy, steamy, Southern....Grace and Luke’s story sizzles!!! Grace gets in her head about being the perfect person in relationships and it almost ruins her for finding the real thing. Luke gets in his head too as he wonders if he’s enough. I love a book that has real life advice and this one has a lot....be true to yourself, find someone who loves the real you, the importance of communication, compromise, it’s ok to ask for what you want, and so much more. This book ...more

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Feb 16, 2019 Paulette rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I don’t think I will ever hear the words “ Baby Girl” without be reminded of this book. That is a good thing! This is a story that brings a smile to my face and butterflies in my heart. In other words it warmed my grits. It also deals with real feelings and insecurities that many of us face everyday. It draws our attention to the question how much are you really ready to change about yourself and do you even know, know yourself? How much are your worth and what happens when you assume things abo I don’t think I will ever hear the words “ Baby Girl” without be reminded of this book. That is a good thing! This is a story that brings a smile to my face and butterflies in my heart. In other words it warmed my grits. It also deals with real feelings and insecurities that many of us face everyday. It draws our attention to the question how much are you really ready to change about yourself and do you even know, know yourself? How much are your worth and what happens when you assume things about yourself and others? Even though this is a romance novel there’s a lot to this story that should not be skimmed over. There’s one point in the book that I could relate to so well. It wasn’t Gracie’s part either. She showed Luke’s vulnerabilities and I could totally identify with it. We get to see that it doesn’t matter the gender, there are times we all suffer the same insecurities. The author has woven a very entertaining and romantic story with a lot more going on than meets the eye. You want to keep reading this book to the end. Putting it down is not an option. It wasn’t for me and I have the circles under my eyes to prove it.

Seriously, this story will make you swoon, tingle and become more educated about the south. I really want to visit Charleston. The last book took me on a food fest and artistic journey. This time I got to see another part of this beautiful landscape. She paints a realistic portrait though, even describing the heat!!! I have to remember to not visit in the summer.

We also get to meet new and interesting characters and of course are treated to some of our favorites again. Hopefully, we’ ll be blessed with future stories about these gems.

This is a book you don’t want to end. There are some fabulous lines. One of my favorites is, “I’m sweatin’ like a hooker in a church”. I seriously laughed out loud. It took me out. The book is filled with quips that will make your heart happy. And the heat index is way up and I don’t mean the weather temperature. You may even tear up.

I guess I should stop because I will just continue to sing the praises of this beautiful book. These are people you don’t want to leave. What I will say is do yourself a favor and read this book. You deserve it! ...more

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Feb 17, 2019 Missie M rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

“Five shooting stars. Or would it be exploding stars?” Southern Player, Jessica Peterson

The words within this book wrote their own review! Five regular stars just wouldn’t be enough for this amazing book that I could barely put down!

I loved every second of the story of Gracie and Luke. Their friendship and love was a sweet and super sexy story. They built each other up. Made the other understand their own real value. And together, they only made each other even better.

I love how Luke gave Grac ...more

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Feb 17, 2019 Dana rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Holy HOTNESS!!! This book is full of so much steaminess!!!

Grace and Luke have so much chemistry...it’s like off the charts!!!! I admit, there were a few times I needed to just stop and fan myself....

So, Southern Player is getting the flames:
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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Oct 01, 2018 Siobhan rated it really liked it · review of another edition

I’ve loved every Jessica Peterson book I’ve picked up, and Southern Player is no different. I went in with high expectations, and the story certainly delivered. It is no surprise Jessica Peterson is one of my favourite contemporary romance writers.

After Southern Charmer, book one in the Charleston Heat series, I was desperate to see how things played out between Gracie and Luke. The little insights we were given into their story in book one left me desperate for more, and I knew there was a lot I’ve loved every Jessica Peterson book I’ve picked up, and Southern Player is no different. I went in with high expectations, and the story certainly delivered. It is no surprise Jessica Peterson is one of my favourite contemporary romance writers.

After Southern Charmer, book one in the Charleston Heat series, I was desperate to see how things played out between Gracie and Luke. The little insights we were given into their story in book one left me desperate for more, and I knew there was a lot of fun to be had between the two of them. Although you get a wee bit more through reading Southern Charmer first, Southern Player works perfectly fine as a standalone novel. However, with my love for the series, it should come as no surprise for me to recommend reading the series in order because they’re just so good.

With Southern Player, we have a book that had me smiling for the entirety. My jaw hurt by the time I was done, because the stupid expression would not leave my face. I adored the characters, I adore their interactions, and I could not control my facial muscles as I worked my way through their story. I was in love with them, sucked in, and anyone who looked my way would have known I was having a good time. I guess, in that sense, it’s a good job I live alone, otherwise there could have been some questions being thrown my way.

It wasn’t just the characters and the interaction that was great, but also the story. I love how Jessica Peterson always manages to send a strong message without being preachy. She makes it so you realise you’re worth more, that there is beauty out there, but at no point do I stop and roll my eyes thinking ‘this is romance, of course everyone deserves happiness’. In fact, this book deals with the way romances influences our views and how people view romance readers. Rather meta, when you stop and think about it, without feeling like a destruction of the fourth-wall is occurring.

Without a doubt, Southern Player was another winner from Jessica Peterson. It’s guaranteed I’ll be powering through the Charleston Heat series as I do every Jessica Peterson release. In fact, I’m extra excited for book three as it’s one of my favourite tropes.

Bring on more of this goodness! ...more

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Feb 18, 2019 READ ME ROMANCE rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Southern Player was amazing! I loved so much about it. I loved that it was a continuation of Southern Charmer, book #1 of Charleston Heat series, and that Eli and Olivia were featured as well. I loved that it was set in Charleston, a town I have visited many times, and that neighboring hot spots and towns were mentioned including a scene at the beach. I love the friends to lovers and best friend’s sister genre.

But mostly, I loved Gracie and Luke Rogers together! I loved that they were normal pe Southern Player was amazing! I loved so much about it. I loved that it was a continuation of Southern Charmer, book #1 of Charleston Heat series, and that Eli and Olivia were featured as well. I loved that it was set in Charleston, a town I have visited many times, and that neighboring hot spots and towns were mentioned including a scene at the beach. I love the friends to lovers and best friend’s sister genre.

But mostly, I loved Gracie and Luke Rogers together! I loved that they were normal people and he wasn’t a cocky billionaire, and how much they truly liked one another and didn’t try to change each other. Even though the title contains the word “player,” Luke only had eyes for Gracie. He was such a good man, a southern gentleman, in public and to her, but when they were alone, oh my! The pages really heated up! A former pro-baseball player, he followed his passion of moving back home and owning a farm. This was really interesting to me as I also live in a farming community and really admire those in this field as it’s not an easy life.

This book has so many southern references and it’s obvious Jessica Peterson knows her stuff or researched it very well. You feel as if you are part of the town and route for this couple the entire time. After reading these two books, it sounds so enticing that I would want to live there and be their friends!

This book hit home for me, because just like Gracie, I love reading romance and am hoping to find someone who is right for me. Ms. Peterson, through her characters, gives great advice, and I highlighted many sections to revisit! Gracie talked about being true to herself, and how she had to not try to be perfect or make it her main focus to please her partner.

Luke was supportive and honest with her right from the beginning. I loved the dual point-of-view and how open he was about his vision of their future vs. hers. This is a bit of a reverse because he wanted the relationship and she wanted more of the benefits at first. This couple had explosive chemistry and many of these scenes were smoking hot! It goes to show you that when you are with the right person and can let down your guard and trust them, good things will happen.

I loved how attentive he was to her every need, especially her bucket list. Luke was patient and creative, always putting her needs first, and in doing so, her joy became his joy.

They complimented each other so beautifully, and genuinely enjoyed each other’s company. It’s nice to read about a couple getting along and not always bickering and fighting. I loved how accomplished and educated, yet down-to-earth and humble, Gracie was. I loved how they both appreciated the simple things in life and valued friendship, community, hard work, and family. Loved his two moms and their sense of humor! Loved when he called her his “Gracie Girl” with such adoration.

I loved how supportive and passionate they were of their own careers and each other’s, how they weren’t pretentious, and had the same values and goals. How they confronted their insecurities, gave each other confidence, and made each other better versions of themselves. I especially loved how they could be honest with each other and not play games like couples do in so many other books I read. They weren’t perfect, and after some soul searching could admit when they were wrong, and that they were committed to making it work and building a life together.

I also loved how protective Eli, her big brother was, how close they all were, and how through Olivia’s romance novel, they were able to so cleverly finish the last item on Gracie’s bucket list. Everything in this book comes together so beautifully and all of your questions will be answered.

I know I used the word “love” a lot in my review, but I do honestly feel this way. I read the book in one sitting ignoring every other thing I had to do today because it was that good. It left me feeling inspired and hopeful, and craving book 3! ...more

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Feb 18, 2019 Stephanie Osborne rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Total standalone, but I HIGHLY recommend reading book 1, Southern Charmer, first. You'll get a glimpse of Luke and Gracie before they even know there is a Luke & Gracie ;-)

Some stories are so good they are hard to review. EVERYTHING about this one makes me smile. I haven't been so thoroughly entertained reading a book in a while. I laughed, I cringed, I smiled so big, and yes, I fussed & stomped my foot when Luke has a dumb boy moment.

I have not highlighted SO many great lines in a story ever. ...more

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Feb 15, 2019 Jolene St Germain Triggs rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: arcs

YUM! As much as I loved Eli (from Southern Charmer, Charleston Heat 1, but don't worry they are stand alones interconnected series, reading this one first is FINE) I think I love Luke MORE. He's just soooo dreamy! His dirty talk, YIKES, scorched my Kindle lol. The description though of that mountain of a man, a bear, with the soft melty center, thats my addiction I didn't even know I had an this author had me mainlining it! I was feeling his whole vibe about not feeling like he fit in Gracie's ' ...more

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Feb 15, 2019 Nicole ReadingBetweenTheSheets rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

This is an easy 5-star review for me… Five shooting stars. Or would it be exploding stars? Orgasmic ones, maybe?

Luke and Gracie’s story is a Southern Belle’s dream, y’all!

Gracie (Gracie Girl, baby girl…) owns Holy Roasters coffee shop and has degrees from college. Smokin’ hot “experienced” Luke is a college dropout and recovering MLB player (in more ways than one). Can they get Eli’s approval for their “plans” for one another?

The incredible writing done by Author Jessica Peterson has once again This is an easy 5-star review for me… Five shooting stars. Or would it be exploding stars? Orgasmic ones, maybe?

Luke and Gracie’s story is a Southern Belle’s dream, y’all!

Gracie (Gracie Girl, baby girl…) owns Holy Roasters coffee shop and has degrees from college. Smokin’ hot “experienced” Luke is a college dropout and recovering MLB player (in more ways than one). Can they get Eli’s approval for their “plans” for one another?

The incredible writing done by Author Jessica Peterson has once again brought me to the south and embedded me into the story, just like book one in the series, Southern Charmer. The way she added the “inner thoughts” of the characters throughout this book I FREAKING LOVED, LOVED, LOVED! So perfectly included and placed and it just set you right into their minds! I loved the incredible humor, the major heat level, the storyline, the characters…ALL. OF. IT. Oh, and the fantastic lines! I have never marked so many lines in a book before…EVER!

God, I wanna show you how it’s done.
I wanna show you, sweet girl.
And then I’d wreck you. Same as you’re wrecking me right now.

The slang and the drawl and southern accents delivered into this…PERFECTION! I just honestly fell in love with Luke and his…everything…especially his zucchini and eggplants! The chemistry, banter, and already established friendship between Gracie and Luke add so much comfortable humor between them! I laughed SO hard SO many times…and now I have suddenly have a craving for grits! LOL. Plus, the way Jessica has written Olivia’s books (My Deal With The Duke) into this story is fantastic! It is such a great addition and adds to the storyline so smoothly.

Baby Girl, why you gotta make me feel this way when you’re with me?
Feel what way?
Like everything’s gonna be okay.

So many mentionable scenes…the bar, Gracie talking to Eli, Luke talking to Eli, any scene with the mamas, the bucket list, the butt stuff….I could keep going on and on…but instead, y’all should just pick up a copy and read it, but not in church, people, because Luke will have your panties melting! ...more

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Feb 15, 2019 M rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Jessica Peterson writes the books I crave....strong heros and the kick ass women that love them. I have been waiting for this book since I fell completely head over heals for Eli in Southern Charmer. Eli, the sexy, kind, charming chef who was brought joy by feeding people, mind body and spirit. He was special and I knew his sister Gracie would be special too. Southern Player is Gracie's book. Gracie is not only smart, beautiful and accomplished, but she is also a romantic at heart. She is lookin ...more

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Feb 17, 2019 Courtney Jackson - CNC Bookish Vibes rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: arcs

Where do you even begin with a tale as enrapturing as Luke and Gracie?

Grits✅
Coffee✅✅
Butt Stuff✅✅✅

This is by far my favorite Jessica book to date. I loved Eli in Southern Charmer, but Luke stole my heart with his extreme country boy ways.

So many great moments from start to finish. The flirty, easy banter between the characters makes you jealous of their bond. The level of care and concern for the others goals whether it be in business or pleasure is admirable.

Speaking of pleasure...Hot Damn! T ...more

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Feb 15, 2019 Patricia Rohrs (words we love by blog) rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I simply want to gush about so many aspects of this book but can’t because I don’t want to give anything away! I will say having a novel (within a novel) relate to what is going on with the characters is simply fantastic! It strengthens my love for books and how they heal us in so many ways!

I have always admired Jessica’s ability to bring pop culture into her books but to create her own really adds more depth to this book and it helped me to see everything through the characters eyes!

I loved th ...more

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Feb 17, 2019 V Meade rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Gracie and Luke are hot from page one. Gracie is a successful independent woman who simply wants to meet a man who will accept and love her for who she is and what she wants. Luke is a sexy hot ex-baseball player turned farmer who is ready to settle down. Southern Player has everything you’ll laugh, cry, get angry and sigh in adoration at everything that is Luke and Gracie. Let’s not forget Luke’s mama’s because they are so funny and refreshing!!

Southern Player is another wonderful story and I ...more

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Mar 13, 2020 Mou rated it it was ok

2.5 Stars.

The book is not that bad like its blurb sounds. But it's not that good either. The heroine wanted to explore sex and the hero wanted to settle down. She was his friend's younger sister.

What surprises me about the book is that the heroine and the hero both talked about their preferences with the elder brother before started to have sex. It was cringeworthy. I mean seriously you are asking for permission from your elder brother to f**k his friend. 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

After that, it was obvious. ...more

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Feb 18, 2019 Raquel rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

A Delicious Recipe
If Southern Charmer was a journey of discovering our own strength and not apologizing for who we want to be in life, in our business, career and not hesitating to drop all that is considered ‘essential’ nowadays, Southern Player decided that playing with our hearts was the best course of action.

Gracie's journey reminds us of not being ashamed of who we want to be in bed, in our hearts, at the same time that sheds light – in a very relatable way – in women’s tendency of carryin ...more

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Feb 18, 2019 Sarah rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Even though this is the second book in the series, it can definitely be read as a standalone. Luke and Gracie cast a spell on me and had me reading their story straight through in one sitting. Theirs is a story that goes beyond the brother's best friend/little sister genre. Both light hearted banter and really open and honest discussions between the two made for an impressively penned novel. I loved, loved the real insecurities that they both had and shared with each other. It's those insecuriti ...more

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Feb 18, 2019 Ellen rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

This is such a great book! So well written. I absolutely love Luke and how he loves Grace. The characters are real and honest and so great! I loved the first story in the series and this one is even better.

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Feb 22, 2019 Cheryl Blackburn rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Southern Player is Hot!

Southern Player is hot and sweet as the day is long. I was lucky enough to read the ARC of this book and it was AMAZING! How can I describe this book without giving spoilers? I think you will read this book and fall in love with Luke and Gracie like I did. With Jessica's description of Luke I can picture him in my mind as plain as day, sexy former baseball player now farmer. Gracie is a beautiful, smart business owner, who is also the younger sister to his bestfriend. Foll ...more

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Feb 19, 2019 Heather andrews rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Gracie really does love catching her man off guard, "Gracie nods. “Oh yeah. This is a—well, a sexual list, I guess.” I make a noise. Somewhere between a growl and a groan." Luke will always make time for his girl, “baby, you callin’ for phone *** is never a bother. I always got time for that.” Luke appreciates his girl loving food, "she doesn’t even look up at me before leaning in for another bite. Then another. Look at this. My city girl devouring an eight-dollar dinner like it’s the best thing ...more

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Feb 19, 2019 Carly Wilson rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

‘Southern Player’ is the first book I’ve read by Jessica Peterson, and I received it in exchange for an honest review. This book captured my attention within the first couple of pages and is a hot romance that will get any romance lover swooning.

The book is about Gracie, a girl who is recovering from another heartbreak. She is sick of feeling like she is doing something wrong when it comes to love, and is sick of trying to pretend to be something she’s not in the hope of finding her happily ever ‘Southern Player’ is the first book I’ve read by Jessica Peterson, and I received it in exchange for an honest review. This book captured my attention within the first couple of pages and is a hot romance that will get any romance lover swooning.

The book is about Gracie, a girl who is recovering from another heartbreak. She is sick of feeling like she is doing something wrong when it comes to love, and is sick of trying to pretend to be something she’s not in the hope of finding her happily ever after. As an avid fan of romance, she dreams of her white knight and her forever love. So when she reads a well written regency romance written by her brother’s girlfriends, it starts putting ideas into her head.

‘My Deal With a Duke’ is the book that Gracie obsesses over, and it’s a regency version of fifty shades, a book that promotes sexual exploration and intensity. Feeling like her previous relationships have lacked such freedom and passion, she decides that she wants to create a list, her own sexual bucket list, she just needs to find a willing volunteer.

When she bumps into Luke her brother’s best friend and her childhood crush, a spark of an idea comes to mind. Knowing that Luke is more of a ladies man than a settling down type, he seems like the perfect candidate for her experimentation.

Luke is an ex professional baseball player, after tearing a shoulder muscle and giving the game up for good, he is settling down and working on his farm and own ideas of a business. With a womanising reputation behind him, he hopes for something real. When he learns of Gracie’s new found single status, he can’t help but get his hopes up, for she is the girl he’s always wanted to adore.

But can an arrangement with the promise of no feelings actually be a success? Or can one prove to the other that love is what has been missing from their life all along?

The story is hot, passionate and was certainly a captivating read. The writing style is easy to love and Luke was such a good guy! I literally felt like I always wanted to hug him. This was my first read by Peterson and it has sparked a new obsession for me. I didn’t feel like I was missing anything having not read the first book, so this can certainly be read as a stand-alone as well as part of the series.

I’d recommend to anyone who likes hotter romances, chicklit and romance in general.

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Jessica Peterson writes smokin’ hot romance set in her favorite cities around the world. She grew up on a steady diet of Mr. Darcy, Edward Cullen, and Jamie Frasier, and it wasn’t long before she started writing swoon-worthy heroes of her own. She loves strong coffee, stronger heroines, and heroes with hot accents.

She lives in Charlotte, NC with her husband Ben and her smelly Goldendoodle, Martha ...more