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Jump Ball by Kasha Thompson

itssimplykayla_'s review

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emotional funny inspiring sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

sistatv's review

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challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Loved this one. This was well written, good plot, great characters, beautifully spicy, and all around good. 

I was super frustrated with Justus handling of the main issue cause I would have really st uggled to forgive that.... but I also appreciate that men in his situation may think similarly so it was believable. Sariah was great, her struggle, grief, and growth was great to watch. and I truly think this author is excellent at writing black love. 

I am loving the ramblers series and hope we get another one but I dont know who ot would be? Ohhh maybe Destiny and Aldridge? I dont care but i know imma read it. In the meantime, I'm definitely going to be checking out more from this author. 

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brownbookbabe's review

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emotional funny lighthearted fast-paced

5.0

Good addition to the Las Vegas Ramblers series. I fell in love with Sariah & Justus quickly and deeply 

shanaetheflyest's review

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emotional funny hopeful reflective relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Out of nowhere Kasha Thompson has become one of my favorite authors. Her Las Vegas Rambler series started off strong with the complicated characters Sloan and Deck in Defensive Stance, which I thoroughly enjoyed. But there's something about Justus and Sariah that makes them even better!

In Jump Ball we meet troubled boss babe Sariah Thornton working through familial drama after her estranged father dies and leaves her a substantial part of his wealth and Justus Chappel, basketball player turned NBA coach eager focused on two things: a championship and his twin daughters. 

Jelly Bean, create the life you want and you'll never be unhappy a day in your life.

Though this is the advice that Sariah reflects on her first day at the Las Vegas Ramblers executive offices, it sets the tone for the entire story. We find two people trying their hardest leaning on one another and working together to create a happy life on their own terms. Along the way, we get an attempted corporate takeover, a sibling reconciliation, and a spicy HFN.

This is my fifth 5 star review for Kasha Thompson's books. I cannot say enough about how good her writing and storytelling is. You're in for an entertaining story with lovable characters every single time.

Spice: 🥵🥵🥵🥵

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whodatro's review

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

bourbonspines's review

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emotional reflective medium-paced

3.75

bittersweetcritiques's review

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medium-paced

4.0

taliacadet's review

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4.75

I really enjoyed Sariah and Justus' love story--a child free by choice career woman in he late 30s and a mature 40-something single dad. We need more stories like these. But don't get it twisted--these two got down! Kasha Thompson is good for the hot and heavy. Only thing I would've really enjoyed--the playing up of the workplace/forbidden romance element. Can't wait for book 3 in the series. Will there be a third book? Lmao.

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lil_bolu's review

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emotional funny inspiring lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

shannanh's review

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5.0

I am truly loving this series.  This book was as good as the first one, and I loved how we get brief updates on the previous couple.  This book is probably going to my one of my top books.  I loved how it features a woman who ends up owning a basketball team, and a black woman at that.  Justice and Sariah was the perfect match.  I loved how mature they were.  I loved Sariah and how she dealt with the problems that were thrown at her.  It had me all in my feels, and I devoured it as soon as it hit my kindle.  This author has become one of my auto favorites and autobuy authors.  And the banter between them was to die for.  I absolutely loved it.  I can't wait for the author's next book.

I received a copy of the book via the author and am voluntarily leaving an honest review of my own thoughts and opinions.