pagesofmaria13 's review for:

Hello Quarterback by Kelsie Hoss

4.0

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Despite this being the eighth book in a series, this is the first book I read by Kelsie Hoss so I didn’t know what to expect aside from having a feeling I would love it. Well, once again my instinct didn’t stir me wrong. The author’s style is great, and I enjoyed the book a lot!

Hello Quarterback was a fantastic book, with a beautiful romance between successful CEO Mia and star quarterback Ford Madigan, who begin a fake relationship that will benefit them both. For Mia, having a famous quarterback on her side will help her earn favor among those colleagues who aren’t entirely on her side yet, which will be helpful for an important company acquisition she plans to enact. Ford, instead, won’t have to tell the team’s owner no about dating his daughter and consequentially risk losing his spot on the team.

The dynamic between Mia and Ford was wonderful, and I loved how they came from a place of respect and that they clearly liked each other already when they started this arrangement. I especially loved Mia. She’s confident, she knows what she wants, she won’t let anyone treat her any less than what she deserves. Ford was dreamy, and his relationship with his family is one of the most adorable things ever. However, I wasn’t a fan of how he reacted after the incident that leads to the third act break-up (I’m trying not to spoil so this vague thing will have to do.) He’s human, and I can even try to understand why. He also works hard on himself to be emotionally ready to be the man Mia deserves, and I loved the things Mia handled things, but as far as third act dramas go, this wasn’t my favorite.

I’m really curious to read the other books in the series now. If like me you’re a fan of the Chestnut Springs series by Elsie Silver and you love the Eaton family, then I highly recommend you meet the Madigans! They’re wonderful!

Spice: 3 peppers