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3.96 AVERAGE
3.96 AVERAGE
I really enjoyed this book! I had downloaded it on KU, but once I got an ALC I jumped on the chance to listen to it, and I am so glad I did. The narrators brought this adorable story to life even more. Age gap, single dad and nanny, professional baseball player...all things I love. Even though this is book 4, it is the first one in the series I read and it worked fine as a stand alone. I may go back to read the other ones though as it seems they pop back up in this book a little.
This is not a spicy book, which is not a bad thing, but it did feel extra sweet and cutesy at some points. Some of it felt very cookie cutter when I think the potential for more was there. This lead me to take a star away.
This is not a spicy book, which is not a bad thing, but it did feel extra sweet and cutesy at some points. Some of it felt very cookie cutter when I think the potential for more was there. This lead me to take a star away.
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
"The Double Play" by Annah Conwell, perfectly suited for an audiobook review!
Audiobook Review: "The Double Play" by Annah Conwell
"The Double Play" by Annah Conwell is an absolutely adorable single-dad romance that totally hit it out of the park for me! Get ready to swoon as a busy single father hires a nanny when his parents can no longer help, only to find himself falling hard for her.
This book is a home run for any romance reader, especially if you're a sucker for sports romance – and for those curious, this series features different sports, not just one! The relationship between the dad and his daughter is incredibly cute; he works tirelessly to ensure she feels loved and secure after her mom's absence, making him such a good father. The nanny, too, is wonderful. She genuinely cares for the little girl, and her dedication extends to being a fantastic big sister, taking on a parent figure role for her younger sibling while she's at school, despite her own past trauma. Watching her fall for the little girl, and seeing him fall for her, is just delightful. This book delivers on classic tropes like Single Dad, Grumpy Sunshine, and "he falls hard."
As for the audiobook, Tim Paige and Charlotte North did an excellent job with the narration! Their voices were a fantastic representation of the characters, with great changes in intonation and speaking speed that truly brought the story to life. You could easily tell when different characters were speaking, which kept the experience seamless. The narration allowed me to be completely immersed in the story. While the story itself moved at a fast pace, the narration kept up beautifully, ensuring nothing felt rushed or hard to follow. The audiobook flowed very well, and with each character getting their own chapter, it was always clear where you were in the story.
I would highly recommend "The Double Play" to all romance readers, especially sports lovers and those who specifically enjoy baseball-themed stories!
Audiobook Review: "The Double Play" by Annah Conwell
"The Double Play" by Annah Conwell is an absolutely adorable single-dad romance that totally hit it out of the park for me! Get ready to swoon as a busy single father hires a nanny when his parents can no longer help, only to find himself falling hard for her.
This book is a home run for any romance reader, especially if you're a sucker for sports romance – and for those curious, this series features different sports, not just one! The relationship between the dad and his daughter is incredibly cute; he works tirelessly to ensure she feels loved and secure after her mom's absence, making him such a good father. The nanny, too, is wonderful. She genuinely cares for the little girl, and her dedication extends to being a fantastic big sister, taking on a parent figure role for her younger sibling while she's at school, despite her own past trauma. Watching her fall for the little girl, and seeing him fall for her, is just delightful. This book delivers on classic tropes like Single Dad, Grumpy Sunshine, and "he falls hard."
As for the audiobook, Tim Paige and Charlotte North did an excellent job with the narration! Their voices were a fantastic representation of the characters, with great changes in intonation and speaking speed that truly brought the story to life. You could easily tell when different characters were speaking, which kept the experience seamless. The narration allowed me to be completely immersed in the story. While the story itself moved at a fast pace, the narration kept up beautifully, ensuring nothing felt rushed or hard to follow. The audiobook flowed very well, and with each character getting their own chapter, it was always clear where you were in the story.
I would highly recommend "The Double Play" to all romance readers, especially sports lovers and those who specifically enjoy baseball-themed stories!
Thank you to the author, Dreamscape media & netgalley for an alc in exchange for an honest review.
Hot nanny x grumpy baseball dad? Instant yes. Emmett Foster walks in all broody and emotionally unavailable, and I immediately knew this book was about to own me.
Hazel is chaotic sunshine in the best way, and Emmett? Peak grump with a soft side that sneaks up on you and wrecks your whole heart. Their slow-burn chemistry is perfection—full of tension, longing, and all the little moments that make you feel it.
The found family vibes, the quiet acts of love, the banter, the stolen glances—ugh, so good. And little June? Total scene-stealer. Funny, sweet, and the emotional glue that ties it all together.
This story had me laughing, swooning, tearing up, and kicking my feet like a giddy fool. Annah Conwell absolutely nailed it. Easily one of my favorite reads this year, and yes—I’m already counting down to the next book.
Hot nanny x grumpy baseball dad? Instant yes. Emmett Foster walks in all broody and emotionally unavailable, and I immediately knew this book was about to own me.
Hazel is chaotic sunshine in the best way, and Emmett? Peak grump with a soft side that sneaks up on you and wrecks your whole heart. Their slow-burn chemistry is perfection—full of tension, longing, and all the little moments that make you feel it.
The found family vibes, the quiet acts of love, the banter, the stolen glances—ugh, so good. And little June? Total scene-stealer. Funny, sweet, and the emotional glue that ties it all together.
This story had me laughing, swooning, tearing up, and kicking my feet like a giddy fool. Annah Conwell absolutely nailed it. Easily one of my favorite reads this year, and yes—I’m already counting down to the next book.
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
hopeful
inspiring
Okay the audio on this one, was too good! The narrator’s brought the story to life so well, and I enjoyed it so much! Hazel & Emmet were just the sweetest couple, and the way they made the perfect family with June. The way Hazel loved and cared for June so naturally was absolutely perfect!
Seriously such a sweet and wholesome Single Dad x Nanny, mixed with baseball romance! Highly recommend the audio book!
Seriously such a sweet and wholesome Single Dad x Nanny, mixed with baseball romance! Highly recommend the audio book!
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
When this book first started I thought for sure it would be a 5 star read for me, unfortunately it did not pan out that way. While I loved the ease of this love story there wasn't really much depth or action in the story, even when there was a crisis it was very mellow. The couple had zero conflict through the entirety of the book which was honestly boring. I did like the writing style, but there was a lot of depth lacking. That being said I will read more from this author.
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I love this series and I can’t wait for it to continue in August!
This book was such a fun, fast-paced read with likable characters and all the romantic tension you’d hope for.
The writing flows easily, the banter is great, and I flew through the chapters without even realizing it.
That said, some storylines are starting to feel a little similar — but hey, that’s often the case with romance series. And honestly? I’m still hooked.
If you love sports romance, charming characters, and just the right amount of swoon, this one’s definitely worth picking up!
This book was such a fun, fast-paced read with likable characters and all the romantic tension you’d hope for.
The writing flows easily, the banter is great, and I flew through the chapters without even realizing it.
That said, some storylines are starting to feel a little similar — but hey, that’s often the case with romance series. And honestly? I’m still hooked.
If you love sports romance, charming characters, and just the right amount of swoon, this one’s definitely worth picking up!
lighthearted
fast-paced
Thanks, Dreamscape Media for the ALC.
Emmett is a baseball player and a single dad of an adorable five-year-old. His life has been dedicated to his little girl and baseball. He's helped by his parents, who babysit for him. When his parents decide to enjoy retirement by backpacking around the world, he sees himself in need of a nanny. Enter Hazel, who has just lost her job because the family she worked for has their dad, who's also an athlete, traded to another city and she can't move with them. She has a teenage sister who can't count on their parents and she needs to be there for her. She's interviewed by Emmett's mom (who I'm sure saw more potential in Hazel than just nanny) and is hired on the spot.
Emmett is a baseball player and a single dad of an adorable five-year-old. His life has been dedicated to his little girl and baseball. He's helped by his parents, who babysit for him. When his parents decide to enjoy retirement by backpacking around the world, he sees himself in need of a nanny. Enter Hazel, who has just lost her job because the family she worked for has their dad, who's also an athlete, traded to another city and she can't move with them. She has a teenage sister who can't count on their parents and she needs to be there for her. She's interviewed by Emmett's mom (who I'm sure saw more potential in Hazel than just nanny) and is hired on the spot.
Soon, Hazel falls in love with June and June absolutely adores her. Emmett, whose heart has been guarded since his divorce, falls for her right along with his daughter.
The audiobook is narrated dual style by Charlotte North and Tim Paige and both do an amazing job.
The story is sweet (and the spice level is zero - which is usually not a problem for me)... but maybe it's "too" sweet. If we had a drinking game for the amount of times hazel "tears up" or plain cries, we'd be on the floor drunk...
The book has a whole "wholesome" vibe to it that I'm sure it will be appreciated by many listeners. Though I enjoyed listening, I felt characters could be less cookie cutter "single dad" and "Mary Poppins nanny". But I had fun. Those two narrators always deliver.
Content notes: child abandonment, alcoholism
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes