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sistatv's review
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.
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.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Medical content, Child death, Sexism, and Grief
shanaetheflyest's review
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.
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: 🥵🥵🥵🥵
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Grief and Abandonment
Minor: Death of parent and Child death
taliacadet's review
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.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief
_bookish_lauren's review
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Overall: 4.5/5
Spice level: 3.5/5
Tropes: sports, he falls first, boss's daughter/boss, single dad
CW: death of parent (off page), grief, misogyny
Listen, I enjoyed Sloane and Deck's book, but this one with Sariah and Justus? 👏👏👏 chef's kiss
They had an amazing chemistry from the very beginning. It felt effortless. And who doesn't love a good "he falls first" story?
I think the only thing that I struggled to understand was how he didn't know what she looked like when they initially met or when he initially saw her at the funeral. Even though she wasn't involved in her dad's life much, she was successful in her own right as a beauty line CEO, specifically of a company he said that his daughters love and use products from.
Aside from that, I loved seeing Sariah navigate a new world of business but being vulnerable enough to ask for help when she needed. Justus was super supportive, and they didn't play games, which I loved.
Sariah and Justus showed each other so much love and support and had amazing character development. And creating a mentorship where he teaches her about basketball and their specific organization was the perfect way to build their relationship.
Also, they were so nasty. I loved it! Lol!
I can't wait to see what's next from Kasha Thompson!
Spice level: 3.5/5
Tropes: sports, he falls first, boss's daughter/boss, single dad
CW: death of parent (off page), grief, misogyny
Listen, I enjoyed Sloane and Deck's book, but this one with Sariah and Justus? 👏👏👏 chef's kiss
They had an amazing chemistry from the very beginning. It felt effortless. And who doesn't love a good "he falls first" story?
I think the only thing that I struggled to understand was how he didn't know what she looked like when they initially met or when he initially saw her at the funeral. Even though she wasn't involved in her dad's life much, she was successful in her own right as a beauty line CEO, specifically of a company he said that his daughters love and use products from.
Aside from that, I loved seeing Sariah navigate a new world of business but being vulnerable enough to ask for help when she needed. Justus was super supportive, and they didn't play games, which I loved.
Sariah and Justus showed each other so much love and support and had amazing character development. And creating a mentorship where he teaches her about basketball and their specific organization was the perfect way to build their relationship.
Also, they were so nasty. I loved it! Lol!
I can't wait to see what's next from Kasha Thompson!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Death of parent
Minor: Misogyny
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