Second chances. 3.5 ⭐⭐⭐
This is the first book that I've read from this Author.
Carson and Sadie were high school sweethearts.
Until Sadie broke up with him at graduation.
She was subjected to hate mail, text messages, cyberbullied on social media. For breaking up with the schools football star who was destined to go pro. So she left, leaving everyone behind. Apart from keeping intouch with her two besties and making a name for herself as a social media profile fixer.
Carson made it to the NFL. Going through women trying to forget Sadie.
7 years later Sadie is called in to save what's a PRs nightmare to save Carson's team.
They both obviously still have feelings for each other.
Can Sadie turn the teams reputation over?
Can Carson and Sadie work together?

I received a copy from NetGalley and Forever Publishing in exchange for an honest review

I had a hard time accepting the premise of this story. Sadie broke up with Carson at the end of her senior year of high school. This has ruined her for all men and destroyed her dating life for seven years. I can't really believe that a high school relationship could result in a love affair like this one, but maybe I am too skeptical.

She has gone on to become one of the elite in her branding firm. This firm is hired to clean up the imaging for the Warriors, a football time full of perceived bad boys, and Carson just so happens to be the captain of the team.

They rapidly fall back into a relationship and there is an HEA ending that will thrill readers. Carson and Sadie are kinda cute together, which makes this an enjoyable afternoon of reading.

3 1/2 Star Review.....

Ball Buster is the first book in the brand new The Playbook series by Kara Sheridan. This was my first read by this author and as a lover of sport romance; I was intrigued by the blurb.

The plot concept was indicative of most series in this genre, but with engaging characters and depth of emotion, it is definitely appealing on many levels. Carson and Sadie have explosive chemistry and genuinely care about each other and rekindling the connection that they had in the past.

I look forward to the next instalment in this fascinating series.

I was really hoping this would be amazing, because normally I really enjoy the sports romance novels, but this was a no for me.
Carson ignores absolutely everything Sadie says. Stop calling me that becomes "OMG I LOVE IT WHEN YOU CALL ME THAT" and he even flat out says that he'll never stop because he likes it. The whole novel is one big "she says no to play hard to get" trope.

3.5 - 4 Stars

This book is about a NFL player who is reunited with his high school sweetheart. It is sweet, sexy and emotional with great dynamics between the characters.
Pretty good. At first I wasn't really into it but I'm glad I finished it.
Can't wait to read more from this author!

An OK story about a football quarterback and his old high school girlfriend. Carson and Sadie broke up in high school, but both still carry a torch for each other, so sparks are there from the start. A fair story, although could have been stronger in the reasons why (break up, harassment, etc.). If the reasons were so strong it seemed like they jumped into bed fairly quickly. Just saying. Did enjoy the story for the most part though, and obviously someone is a Carson Wentz fan, which is fun to see. Would recommend this story and author.

One of the most emotionally satisfying stories I have ever read. Not only do the sparks between Carson and Sadie fly off the pages, the genuine depth of love that Carson and Sadie had for each other that was never lost was inspiring. As second chance stories go, this one's uniqueness is unparalleled in creating an overall satisfaction as the story's theme unfolds.

The characters brought a depth of believability and a comfortable colorful nature, creating another facet to the story which made is easy to read it in one sitting...and with an ending that will honestly leave you with a sigh and a smile.

This ARC book was complimentary, provided by the Publisher and NetGalley. I am voluntarily providing my honest review.

This is the first book in the Playbook series and is a standalone. It is a second chance romance about an NFL player who is reunited with his high school sweetheart. It is sweet, sexy and emotional with great dynamics between the characters. The two main characters care about each other but people and circumstances keep them apart.

Carson Savage is the quarterback and captain of the Alabama Warriors and I liked everything about him. He is a good guy with loads of southern charm. He is a caring, sweet, compassionate guy and has never forgotten Sadie, his high school girlfriend. Carson loves Sadie and wants her back and is willing to do whatever it takes to convince her they should be together.

Sadie Reynolds has never gotten over her first love, Carson Savage. She is smart, controlling and works helping people improve their public image. Her boss insists she work with the Warriors and that means working with Carson. Seven years ago, Sadie ran away from Carson and her hometown because she wanted a career. She has mixed feelings about seeing him again

When Carson and Sadie are together again they realize they still have deep feelings for each other. Sadie cares about Carson but is confused and doesn’t want to lose herself in his success. Carson works hard to show Sadie how much he cares for her. He doesn't want to lose her again. I enjoyed this enchanting story.

A great story about 2 people meant to be together despite spending years apart. They have both grown and matured and kept loving each other despite their separation. Very well written, the author keeps your interest from start to finish. Thoroughly enjoyed this book. Highly recommend.

awww!! I loved this second chance romance soo much! I didn't think i'd like it at first because of the whole football thing going on, but I thoroughly enjoyed it!!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I love second chance romances and this one doesn’t disappoint. Set against a professional sports backdrop, I really enjoseeing the woman in the role of an educated professional and a football player that isn’t portrayed as a “dumb jock”. The characters had depth and substance and I hope this is the beginning of a series!

Carson plays pro football and has for years. He and some other members of their team are told they need to work on their image so their manager hires Sadie, a PR consultant, to fix the problem. Carson and Sadie where high school sweethearts and they haven't really gotten over each other. Enjoyable sports romance.

This was an OK book not really my favorite. Its a book about a football captain/quarterback named Carson savage who has to whip his team into shape they're kind of a rowdy crew and getting in trouble. That's where the Alabama sweetheart comes in named Sadie she's a PR person she's sent to do an image makeover to carson well they where high school sweethearts! Its a funny sexy heartwarming book I'm sure some will enjoy like I said it wasn't bad just not my favorite! Thank you netgalley and the publishers for sharing this book with me!!

Ball Buster, is the best second chance romance novel. We get bad boy football players and some not too bad players. Sadie has a talent cleaning up their images. Carson makes it easy and fun.