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amym84's review against another edition
5.0
4.5
Despite being friends with quite a few of the WAGS (Wives and Girlfriends) of the Denver Mustangs, Brynn Larson is almost determined not to follow suit. Despite the enticing Maxwell Lewis, defensive back for the Mustangs, checking off all the boxes in what she is attracted to in a man. Brynn is determined not to go there and after an uncomfortable confrontation at her place of work it makes it easier to keep her distance.
However, Maxwell has been attracted to Brynn from afar from the moment he first saw her. As he slowly works his way back into her good graces, what starts as a tentative friendship turns into so much more, but will continued secrets and half-truths be their ultimate downfall?
I came into this series with [b:Fumbled|40719305|Fumbled (Playbook, #2)|Alexa Martin|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1537972569l/40719305._SY75_.jpg|63336706], but I had no problem picking up the story. They each stand on their own really well, but was nice, now that I know the characters, to see all the familiar faces pop up again.
Besides Maxwell and Brynn, I absolutely loved the friendship and interactions between the WAGS. Just the bond the women have. How they'll stand up for each other no matter what. While there were a few small(er) moments of slight female disputes, these are quickly reconciled and it's really nice seeing a welcoming, strong group of women first and foremost. I've read about strong females and female friendships before, but Alex Martin just really makes these friendships so easily accessible. There's no doubt about the devotion each of these women have for one another even when they may not agree with each other, they're supportive of one another.
Now, Maxwell was something else all together. I absolutely loved his shy, humbled demeanor. How he clearly loves what he does, but doesn't do it for the spotlight or the recognition. He's very lowkey. He's, dare I say, reserved? Which is a word I don't think I've ever used to describe a romantic hero before. I loved it, I loved him, I loved Maxwell and Brynn together.
Brynn is kind of the polar opposite. She's quirky and goofy. She sometimes just blurts things out without thinking, but she's also kind, caring, and conscious of people's feelings. She's a smart and savvy business woman who realized that women needed somewhere they could feel 100% comfortable, hence the idea for HERS. She still carries hurt around due to her mother abandoning her at a very impressionable age, and she's tried her hardest to keep herself from becoming like her mother, someone who leaves the people they are supposed to love unconditionally. What she doesn't recognize, though, is that she's the furthest thing from her mother. The relationship with Maxwell really opens her eyes to the fact that she can have a relationship, she's not predetermined to leave those that she loves. She just needs to open herself up.
Blitzed was a near perfect read for me. I was ready to hand out 5 stars easy. The only thing keeping it from reaching that full 5 stars was something that occurs towards the end of the book that I just couldn't get behind, both because I felt it was supremely unwarranted and because it happens to quickly there's little to no development of the after-effects. Readers are supposed to believe that the story has been building up to this moment from the beginning, and I understand that, but it's the reaction that happens that was incongruous with previous events. Sorry to be vague, but avoiding spoiler territory as much as possible here.
Overall, though, Blitzed is a great read. Alex Martin has crafted a wonderful series. I feel like Brynn's story closes things out nicely, howevermuch I'd love to read more about the Lady Mustangs. Regardless, wherever Alexa Martin goes next, I will follow.
*ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Despite being friends with quite a few of the WAGS (Wives and Girlfriends) of the Denver Mustangs, Brynn Larson is almost determined not to follow suit. Despite the enticing Maxwell Lewis, defensive back for the Mustangs, checking off all the boxes in what she is attracted to in a man. Brynn is determined not to go there and after an uncomfortable confrontation at her place of work it makes it easier to keep her distance.
However, Maxwell has been attracted to Brynn from afar from the moment he first saw her. As he slowly works his way back into her good graces, what starts as a tentative friendship turns into so much more, but will continued secrets and half-truths be their ultimate downfall?
I came into this series with [b:Fumbled|40719305|Fumbled (Playbook, #2)|Alexa Martin|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1537972569l/40719305._SY75_.jpg|63336706], but I had no problem picking up the story. They each stand on their own really well, but was nice, now that I know the characters, to see all the familiar faces pop up again.
Besides Maxwell and Brynn, I absolutely loved the friendship and interactions between the WAGS. Just the bond the women have. How they'll stand up for each other no matter what. While there were a few small(er) moments of slight female disputes, these are quickly reconciled and it's really nice seeing a welcoming, strong group of women first and foremost. I've read about strong females and female friendships before, but Alex Martin just really makes these friendships so easily accessible. There's no doubt about the devotion each of these women have for one another even when they may not agree with each other, they're supportive of one another.
Now, Maxwell was something else all together. I absolutely loved his shy, humbled demeanor. How he clearly loves what he does, but doesn't do it for the spotlight or the recognition. He's very lowkey. He's, dare I say, reserved? Which is a word I don't think I've ever used to describe a romantic hero before. I loved it, I loved him, I loved Maxwell and Brynn together.
Brynn is kind of the polar opposite. She's quirky and goofy. She sometimes just blurts things out without thinking, but she's also kind, caring, and conscious of people's feelings. She's a smart and savvy business woman who realized that women needed somewhere they could feel 100% comfortable, hence the idea for HERS. She still carries hurt around due to her mother abandoning her at a very impressionable age, and she's tried her hardest to keep herself from becoming like her mother, someone who leaves the people they are supposed to love unconditionally. What she doesn't recognize, though, is that she's the furthest thing from her mother. The relationship with Maxwell really opens her eyes to the fact that she can have a relationship, she's not predetermined to leave those that she loves. She just needs to open herself up.
Blitzed was a near perfect read for me. I was ready to hand out 5 stars easy. The only thing keeping it from reaching that full 5 stars was something that occurs towards the end of the book that I just couldn't get behind, both because I felt it was supremely unwarranted and because it happens to quickly there's little to no development of the after-effects. Readers are supposed to believe that the story has been building up to this moment from the beginning, and I understand that, but it's the reaction that happens that was incongruous with previous events. Sorry to be vague, but avoiding spoiler territory as much as possible here.
Overall, though, Blitzed is a great read. Alex Martin has crafted a wonderful series. I feel like Brynn's story closes things out nicely, howevermuch I'd love to read more about the Lady Mustangs. Regardless, wherever Alexa Martin goes next, I will follow.
*ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
savannahhs92's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
sarah_brazenbookworm's review against another edition
3.0
Would have been 4 stars but the FMC did something so incredibly dumb at 90% that I almost stopped.
elissamcpherson's review against another edition
3.0
Woulda been 4 if not for the last handful of chapters being the way they were :/
lauren_soderberg's review against another edition
4.0
Alexa Martin does it again, with Blitzed, book three of the Playbook series. I thought this was the perfect culmination of the series, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading Brynn's story. While the "conflict" portion of the narrative arc felt a little forced and rushed, I appreciated the fact that it was short-lived and came toward the end of the story. I loved Maxwell as a hero too, and think that he had amazing chemistry with Brynn. All of the supporting characters added layers of enjoyment to the story, and I felt completely immersed in their world. Plus, I love a good slow burn, and this book definitely simmers before it comes to a full-on boil.
If you've loved the Playbook series thus far, you'll love this novel. And if you haven't read the series, start at the beginning, and prepare yourself to be wowed.
If you've loved the Playbook series thus far, you'll love this novel. And if you haven't read the series, start at the beginning, and prepare yourself to be wowed.
erincataldi's review against another edition
3.0
Out of the three in The Playbook series this one may be my least favorite. HOWEVER, that doesn't mean I didn't enjoy the shit out of it. I love that the Lady Mustangs, the football puns, the hot men, and Denver are common threads in every book and the relationship is the only thing that changes in each. Don't get me wrong I adored big strong Maxwell; I just don't love Brynn. She's been a feature in all three books; owning a hot female oriented bar in Denver and being friends with all the NFL player's wives and girlfriends. Now it's her turn to fall for a football player - but she's not quite ready to be in a relationship. Ever since her mother abandoned her when she was a teen she's shied away from commitment; assuming that true love isn't real. Well she clearly hadn't met Maxwell yet. Steamy, cute, and wonderful. I hope there are a ton more books in this series!
tillyreads's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
indecisivesailorscout's review against another edition
4.0
*sings* I nEEDED THIS TONIGHT auGH I love this whole series so much it brings such a light to my whole life. I love the different hot-button issues Alexa explores in each novel and how football is really it's own crazy fantasy world. But most of all I love my ladies. My girls. My WAGS. They are the real MVPs and I'm just so in love with the sisterhood and solidarity in this book especially. The whiteboard scene gave me life and the epilogue with Posie gave it extra meaning. I'm all about this series y'all. I cannot wait for the next one!!