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rachelkogann's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Panic attacks/disorders, Medical content, Death of parent, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Grief
mk_meow's review against another edition
4.25
3š¶ļø
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny and Sexual content
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Death of parent, and Gaslighting
Minor: Body shaming and Vomit
poupimali's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
5.0
The forth book in the series, forth book I am falling for.
I didnāt think someone could surpass Ryan in my heart. But it did. Isaiah did.
Kennedy is an insecure cold woman. Being perfect is what she only knows.
Isaiah is the cocky charming and also utterly smitten baseball player.
I loved how their story grows, beginning with a reckless marriage in Vegas after 3 years of pursuing herā¦
Tropes:
I didnāt think someone could surpass Ryan in my heart. But it did. Isaiah did.
Kennedy is an insecure cold woman. Being perfect is what she only knows.
Isaiah is the cocky charming and also utterly smitten baseball player.
I loved how their story grows, beginning with a reckless marriage in Vegas after 3 years of pursuing herā¦
Tropes:
Marriage of convenience
Hopeless romantic MMC
Fate
FMC with Intimacy issues
The unoccupied womenās bathroom
And at some point: Only one bed
The audiobook is a dual narration (with some little duet parts) by the amazing Samantha Brentmoore and Jacod Morgan.
And at some point: Only one bed
The audiobook is a dual narration (with some little duet parts) by the amazing Samantha Brentmoore and Jacod Morgan.
Content Warnings
Minor: Body shaming, Emotional abuse, and Gaslighting
ariana_m's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
I loved this book from start to finish! This was actually a bit unexpected for me because I went into this one with low expectations. Judging from the last book and the way that Isaiah always messed with Kennedy (even though he had a crush on her), I thought the plot was going to be very different and also I'm usually not a fan of the "accidentally got married in Vegas" trope.
I loved both Isaiah and Kennedy as individuals and together. They have both been through a lot in their lives. Their trauma is very different and reading about them working through it was heartwarming. They both deserve everything good. Kennedy learning about herself and turning into the person she has always wanted to be was amazing. I wanted to go through the book and hug her. The relationship between both of them was great. The bar is in hell but he was so patient with her and never pushed her to do anything unlike other people. I liked the banter and their little moments. Their overall dynamic was really cute. It was also nice seeing everyone from the previous books. The found family trope is really present and I love it. I can't wait for the next book!
I loved both Isaiah and Kennedy as individuals and together. They have both been through a lot in their lives. Their trauma is very different and reading about them working through it was heartwarming. They both deserve everything good. Kennedy learning about herself and turning into the person she has always wanted to be was amazing. I wanted to go through the book and hug her. The relationship between both of them was great. The bar is in hell but he was so patient with her and never pushed her to do anything unlike other people. I liked the banter and their little moments. Their overall dynamic was really cute. It was also nice seeing everyone from the previous books. The found family trope is really present and I love it. I can't wait for the next book!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Car accident, Death of parent, and Gaslighting
ambercunningham's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Mental illness, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexism, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, Abandonment, and Classism
tannerlauren's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, and Gaslighting
rebakesl's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Liz Tomforde is definitely one of my top five favorite authors. She writes complex, loveable characters with plenty of real-life issues and they actually deal with them in healthy ways and build secure relationships. I thought this was the saddest of all of the Windy City books so far, possibly with the issues that Kennedy and Isaiah were dealing with hitting closer to home than Iām used to. I love Isaiahās sweetness and they way they both encourage the other to be their whole selves in their relationship and work together to create a safe and loving place within each other to call home. The spice (as always) is *chefās kiss* with easy banter and good tension. I wish there were a thousand more books like this (although Iād probably never get anything income if that were the case).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexism, and Sexual content
Moderate: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, and Abandonment
Minor: Child abuse, Infidelity, Car accident, Gaslighting, and Alcohol
kitcat_reads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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? Yes
5.0
5 āļø | 2.5š¶ļø
(If I could give this more than five stars, I would)
Synopsis:
Isaiah Rhodes has been smitten with Kennedy Kay since her first day with the Warriors three years ago when he discovers a little secret about her talent. But Kennedy was engaged until eight months ago. Isaiah tries to shoot his shot, but Kennedy continues turning him down. Then they find themselves in Vegas for different reasons but end up hitting the strip together, which proves to be a boozy, albeit fun, time. Fun, that is, until they wake up the following day, married.
Kennedy agreed to take an entry-level job with the team to gain the experience of being in sports medicine, even though the team physician was a raging sexist. He has told her that any belief in mingling with the players would lead to her termination. So when she ends up in Vegas, married to Isaiah, she fears the worst. Then everything hits the fan when their nuptials make the headlines. Leave it to Isaiah to help save her job; only that means staying married for the season. Kennedy knows Isaiah to be a shameless flirt, reckless, and impulsive. But he's also charming as hell. She loves her job and decides to play along; it's just one season. She can resist Isaiah's charm plus keep her job, right?
Tropes:
* Black Cat x Golden Retriever
* Fake Marriage x Marriage of Convenience
* Boy Obsessed
* He Falls First/Harder
* Workplace Romance (Athlete + Athletic Trainer)
Sports Romance, Dual POV
Review:
I'm giving all my stars to this book. I love Isaiah Rhodes. More than his brother Kai, Ryan Shay, Evan Zandersā¦ or all of them combined. And Kennedy, I love her and her character development in this book!
In "Caught Up," we get some exciting and funny interactions between Isaiah and Kennedy. I loved that Isaiah and Kennedy's banter continues and amps up in their book. Their introduction in Caught Up helped to set the groundwork for the start of this book.
"I might talk a big game, but she will always have the upper hand when it comes to us."
This quote comes about 44% into the book but encapsulates Isaiah's feelings for Kennedy from start to finish. From the beginning of the book through the end, he constantly tells her, "When have I ever been able to say no to you?" Isaiah is so gone for Kennedy; I love it! I love that he tells her (and everyone around them) she is it for him. She is his endgame.
Kennedy's character growth was gradual and meaningful. The way she keeps people at a distance is a self-defense mechanism that was shaped by the crappy people in her family and around it. Isaiah tells her to "do what feels good," which helps her create experiences she wants rather than be in those she never had a choice to be part of.
I also loved the side characters from previous books, and it was sweet to see each couple's progression after their books. But Kai and Isaiah's relationshipšš„¹š I was sobbing hard with Kai's speech in chapter 21. What a touching way to show each brother's love and care for the other.
I lived, laughed, loved this book.š (iykyk) I was smiling, giggling, clutching my pearls, crying, kicking my feetā¦ all the emotions. All of them.
10/10 would recommend. And I can't wait for Rio's book!!
Fav Quotes:
Isaiah
"Just think of this as one big game. [ā¦] C'mon wife. Play along."
"Oh, no, baby. That's where you're wrong. There's nothing little about me. Maybe one day you'll learn exactly what kind of size I'm working with."
"This is why I came in here in the first place, and I almost forgot. Wanted to give you a hug and tell you how much I missed you this week. Stop avoiding me, Kenny. I don't like it."
"I'm going to ruin your makeup. [ā¦] Then I'm going to ruin you for anyone else. You got it?"
Kennedy
"I notice that you smile even when you don't want to. Like with me. I hurt your feelings today, and instead of leaving me to deal with everything on my own, you saved my job and made sure I was smiling before you left."
"I'm not some pathetic girl that needs my husband to fight my battles. Justā¦let me do my job, Isaiah."
"You memorized my hair color?"
"I don't know how to be the kind of woman that a man would want."
"C'mon, Rhodes. [ā¦] Play along."
(If I could give this more than five stars, I would)
Synopsis:
Isaiah Rhodes has been smitten with Kennedy Kay since her first day with the Warriors three years ago when he discovers a little secret about her talent. But Kennedy was engaged until eight months ago. Isaiah tries to shoot his shot, but Kennedy continues turning him down. Then they find themselves in Vegas for different reasons but end up hitting the strip together, which proves to be a boozy, albeit fun, time. Fun, that is, until they wake up the following day, married.
Kennedy agreed to take an entry-level job with the team to gain the experience of being in sports medicine, even though the team physician was a raging sexist. He has told her that any belief in mingling with the players would lead to her termination. So when she ends up in Vegas, married to Isaiah, she fears the worst. Then everything hits the fan when their nuptials make the headlines. Leave it to Isaiah to help save her job; only that means staying married for the season. Kennedy knows Isaiah to be a shameless flirt, reckless, and impulsive. But he's also charming as hell. She loves her job and decides to play along; it's just one season. She can resist Isaiah's charm plus keep her job, right?
Tropes:
* Black Cat x Golden Retriever
* Fake Marriage x Marriage of Convenience
* Boy Obsessed
* He Falls First/Harder
* Workplace Romance (Athlete + Athletic Trainer)
Sports Romance, Dual POV
Review:
I'm giving all my stars to this book. I love Isaiah Rhodes. More than his brother Kai, Ryan Shay, Evan Zandersā¦ or all of them combined. And Kennedy, I love her and her character development in this book!
In "Caught Up," we get some exciting and funny interactions between Isaiah and Kennedy. I loved that Isaiah and Kennedy's banter continues and amps up in their book. Their introduction in Caught Up helped to set the groundwork for the start of this book.
"I might talk a big game, but she will always have the upper hand when it comes to us."
This quote comes about 44% into the book but encapsulates Isaiah's feelings for Kennedy from start to finish. From the beginning of the book through the end, he constantly tells her, "When have I ever been able to say no to you?" Isaiah is so gone for Kennedy; I love it! I love that he tells her (and everyone around them) she is it for him. She is his endgame.
Kennedy's character growth was gradual and meaningful. The way she keeps people at a distance is a self-defense mechanism that was shaped by the crappy people in her family and around it. Isaiah tells her to "do what feels good," which helps her create experiences she wants rather than be in those she never had a choice to be part of.
I also loved the side characters from previous books, and it was sweet to see each couple's progression after their books. But Kai and Isaiah's relationshipšš„¹š I was sobbing hard with Kai's speech in chapter 21. What a touching way to show each brother's love and care for the other.
I lived, laughed, loved this book.š (iykyk) I was smiling, giggling, clutching my pearls, crying, kicking my feetā¦ all the emotions. All of them.
10/10 would recommend. And I can't wait for Rio's book!!
Fav Quotes:
Isaiah
"Just think of this as one big game. [ā¦] C'mon wife. Play along."
"Oh, no, baby. That's where you're wrong. There's nothing little about me. Maybe one day you'll learn exactly what kind of size I'm working with."
"This is why I came in here in the first place, and I almost forgot. Wanted to give you a hug and tell you how much I missed you this week. Stop avoiding me, Kenny. I don't like it."
"I'm going to ruin your makeup. [ā¦] Then I'm going to ruin you for anyone else. You got it?"
Kennedy
"I notice that you smile even when you don't want to. Like with me. I hurt your feelings today, and instead of leaving me to deal with everything on my own, you saved my job and made sure I was smiling before you left."
"I'm not some pathetic girl that needs my husband to fight my battles. Justā¦let me do my job, Isaiah."
"You memorized my hair color?"
"I don't know how to be the kind of woman that a man would want."
"C'mon, Rhodes. [ā¦] Play along."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia, Infidelity, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexism, Toxic relationship, Car accident, and Death of parent
Moderate: Grief and Gaslighting
Minor: Abandonment