I have been waiting for Gavin and Sienna's story since the first Kings of Campus book and Monica Murphy delivered!!

The push and pull, between these two, the chemistry, just everything about them was amazing! I loveddd Sienna for pushing Gavin's buttons and doing her best to make him see what he was missing.

Had real life not been calling, I would have finished this book in one sitting. It was quick, fun, and steamy, everything I love in a good book! I loved that we got a front row seat to what was causing the tension between these two from the first book. I can't wait for what's next, I'm crossing my fingers it's Coops book, that man has a story to tell and I just know it!

Love the drama. Makes the story a bit exciting, a bit warry, also sexy, and sweet. Sienna knows where she stands and is not afraid to ask for more. And Gavin is simply not stupid. He finds in her all the support he craves and deserves. Between those two and their friends, there is no lack of unity and support.

Monica Murphy does it again with her sports series!

Play it off is book 2 in the King of Campus series! This is a brother's best friend secret romance. I loved both Sienna & Gavin in this book. Their banter, secret pinning and then came the FIREWORKS!!

Not gonna lie, there was a time or two that I wanted to slap Gavin upside the head for being a dumbass but he definitely ended up getting his shit together and did right by our girl Sienna! I loved Sienna's attitude. She's a girl who knows what she wants and isn't afraid to go after it! She definitely put Gavin in his a place a time or two and it was AWESOME!

Tropes:
Brothers Best Friend
Boy Obsessed
Forbidden Love
Jealous Possessive
Secret Hookups/Romance


*Thank you Monica Murphy, VPR & NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book as an ARC*

3.5 This was a fun and super quick read! Gavin and Sienna have had this tension and attraction between them for years, but they avoid acting on their feelings because he’s teammates and best friends with her brother. But luckily, we get to see the tension build until they can’t take it anymore. 🤪 I loved the college setting and allllll of the yearning.

There was also a cute scene where he’s drunk and just cant help but tell her how he feels, and I’m always a sucker for that. 😌

Sienna has had it bad for Gavin since she met him. They even almost went too far her freshman year. But they have been avoiding each other and acting like they don't like each other much for a couple of years.

Gavin has had it bad for Sienna since he met her. But he had to walk away from her that night a few years ago since her brother is his best friend and Coop would totally kill Gavin if he knew how Gavin felt.

But the more time they spend together, the harder it is to deny their feelings. Then they realize they can't keep their hands off of each other, but they still don't want to have their relationship known to the world.

I love how Gavin has been secretly pining for Sienna for all of these years. He's borderline obsessive when they do start a relationship. Sienna is the classic "girl who doesn't know how awesome she is". They are really a great couple, but hesitate to reveal their relationship because it will be complicated in a lot of ways. Monica Murphy has such a talent for bringing characters to life and amazing storytelling! This love story is a 99 yard touchdown return for sure!

What a fun book! I was completely invested from the first chapter and stayed that way the whole book. Gavin is the star college quarterback and Sienna is the sister of one of his teammates who grew up living in the shadow of her brother. Football still reigns supreme and it was thoroughly entertaining to see how Gavin navigates his life and her needs. This was a story I didn’t want to end. It was just that much fun to read.

I love that much of the book runs in tandem with the first book in the Kings of Campus series, End Game. Reading End Game first isn’t necessary but will add to the enjoyment of this one.

I’m so happy we got Gavin and Sienna’s book! After meeting them in End Game, it was clear these two had a story to tell.

Sienna and Gavin have been attracted to each other for years, but for various reasons never chose to pursue a relationship. It took a while in this book, but I’m glad the two of them eventually got on the same page with one another (mainly Gavin haha) and decided to just go for it! Not only did they have chemistry right from the start, but they were also both very supportive of one another. They really were a perfect match!

Overall this was a cute, easy read and I’m hoping there’s still more to come from other characters in this series!

This book was a fun and faced paced read! The banter and spice between these two were spot on. Its book two in the series however I read it as a standalone and had no issues understanding the plot. Brothers best friend and secret romance are always a yes for me and this sure did deliver. Overall it was a great college romance football read!

✨ARC Review✨
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Oh my goodness! I did not want this book to ever end. I absolutely loved everything about Gavin and Sienna’s story. Both characters are so strong. They complemented each other absolutely perfectly. I couldn’t get enough of their back-and-forth banter or how clearly they liked each other. Even if neither of them fully realized it. Could some of this have been resolved with a simple conversation? Sure. But where’s the fun in that? Ha!

And then Gavin with the dirty talk? Um, yes please! Give me more of that! And don’t even get me going on drunk Gavin. My heart broke for him, but I loved how Sienna was right there in his corner the whole time.

I also really enjoyed that this book was written around the same timeline as book one. I wasn’t expecting that, but it added such a fun layer to the story.

I can’t wait to see who’s next and read their story. If you haven’t started this series yet, go back to the beginning and read it! You won’t be disappointed!

Thanks so much to Monica Murphy & Valentine for this ARC. This is my honest review of this book.

A starting quarterback and his best friend’s little sister have always had an attraction for each other. Gavin and Sienna had an encounter that went from a hot night to ignoring each other for years. Highly recommend! Enjoyed reading this astounding college football romance with drama, anguish, wonderful characters, and secrets relationship!

4.5 stars

Play it off is book 2 of the Kings of Campus Series. I really liked that this book was in the same timeline as End Game (book 1). It's been a little since I read it, and I it was a nice reminiscing of what was going on. in book 2, the main characters are Sienna and Gavin. Gavin is the QB, and Sienna is Cooper (Gavins teammates), younger sister.

This book had drama, angst, spice, comedy, and i really liked how it showcased Siennas feelings of dealing with what it's like to have a brother who is the best and is destined for the NFL. We also got a character that you can hate is Ryland.

It was a fun, quick, and easy book to read. if you liked football romance with brothers' teammates and secret relationships, this is right up your ally.

I loved everything about Gavin and Sienna's love story!
Both are crazy attracted to each other but its forbidden as Sienna's brother Cooper is Gavin's teammate.

One night they finally give into that attraction only to be interrupted by Sienna's flat mate!!!

Now 2 years have passed and both have been avoiding each other until once again they find themselves giving into their attraction.

However, Gavin really is an idiot and tells Sienna to give him more time, only Sienna has already given him a lot of time so she thinks its better for the both of them that maybe she should move on ...

lol all I can say is you have to read to find out what happens next!

Monica has a way of writing the cutest love stories and this one was just so good!

Gavin is so silly trying to push Sienna away even though she is the only person he can be himself with. Sienna is just madly in love with him and just wish he would give into his feelings for her and give her a chance.

Overall, I loved this one and I cannot wait for book #3!!!

Monica Murphy is my go to Author for best Sports Romance which are sexy, sweet and full of Chemistry between the characters. I've been reader of hers for a long time but this book is going to be on top of the list.

I Consumed this book from start to end. Sienna and Gavin were amazing together. Highly Recommend it to all readers.

Firstly a big thank you to @monicamurphyauthor & @valentine_pr_ for my arc and having me on your content team I'm beyond grateful! After reading the first book in the series I was beyond excited for Sienna & Gavin's story! I love me a bros best friend trope, absolutely adored how forbidden it was! This was spot on, I couldn't put it down! Loved their banter and their chemistry was through the roof!! Also loved getting to see the rest of the gang, cannot wait for the next book! Would highly recommend this one along with the rest of the Kings of campus series!

If Monica Murphy writes it you'll be certain I'm reading it 🫶🏻💗🖤

Gavin and Sienna's story really surprised me. While I knew they would be fire together, I couldn't have predicted their story in any way. Sure, they burned up the sheets.
Sure, their chemistry was off the charts.
Yes, the banter was fun.
And yes, there were sweet moments in between.

It had all of the good stuff mixed in with some drama and uncertainty and yet... I feel like it was missing something.

It wasn't a bad story, not at all. It was filled with all the aforementioned deliciousness but it just didn't hit the same as the first book for me.

4.5⭐️ | 3.5🌶️

Some books feel like a breath of fresh air — Play It Off is one of them. Monica Murphy delivers an irresistible brother’s best friend, second-chance romance filled with heart, heat, and emotional depth.

From the very first page, I was hooked. Sienna Cooper, fierce yet vulnerable, captured my heart the moment she appeared in book one, and now? I’m fully obsessed. Her growth, her honesty, her quiet strength — every part of her felt so genuine. And Gavin Maddox? He’s exactly what I hoped for: broody, loyal, a little bit lost — and completely wrecked over Sienna. Their chemistry is off-the-charts good, but it’s the soft, vulnerable moments that truly shine. The way they see and understand each other makes their romance feel so much more than just a physical connection.

The tension between them is delicious, layered with years of unspoken words and what-ifs. Murphy writes slow-burn longing so well that every stolen glance and almost-kiss had me holding my breath. I devoured this story at lightning speed and closed the book floating in a full-blown book hangover, already missing Santa Mira and its messy, lovable characters.

There’s a certain magic to how Monica Murphy writes found family, late-night college adventures, and the bittersweet ache of growing up. This story is the perfect blend of fun, heartache, and swoon — a true standout in the Kings of Campus series.

Bottom line: Play It Off is an addictive, heart-stealing read you won’t want to miss!

Accepting their feelings
This is a great story. I loved the camaraderie between the teammates and the girls that are part of their inner circle. Sienna is a strong and independent woman, she’s Coop’s sister which makes her off limits to the team. She knows her own heart but is unsure of her place in Gavin’s life.
Gavin has had a tough childhood with a difficult father, which causes self doubt and a little imposter syndrome.
This brother’s best friend, dual secret crush, college romance focuses on Gavin and Sienna who have intense chemistry, but doubts and guilt have them pushing each other away. Forced proximity and jealousy make them realise the truth and take a chance.
Full of deep emotion, humour, drama, angst, steam, friendships and family.
I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.

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I was so excited for this one when we first met them in End Game. Oh man. I couldn't put this one down. Definitely unputdownable!! ⁣
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Sienna has feelings for Gavin, but he should be off limits because he's her brother's friend and teammate. Gavin was in the same situation. Because Sienna is his friend's sister, she is off limits. They decided to be just friends, but there is no way they can keep their hands off each other. 😏 ⁣
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I love how Sienna and Gavin are there to support one another. They tug me at my heartstrings. And OMG. Those spicy scenes....the things that come out of Gavin's mouth. 🤭 It's a heartwarming, sweet, and cute read! I really hope this series has more books. Lol⁣
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Totally recommend it!!!

Thank you @monicamurphyauthor , Netgalley, & @valentine_pr_ for providing this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

Play It Off is a a sweet, sexy story about the secret crush between a college QB and his teammate’s sister. 🏈

I’ve had a thing for Gavin Maddox ever since I was a freshman, but it’s a mission doomed to fail. Of all the guys I could have picked on campus, I had to go too far with the quarterback, my brother’s best friend. 🫣

We’ve spent the last two years avoiding each other. It’s not that easy when you have the same friends, not to mention I can’t forget the way it felt to be with him. But I can be civil. Polite. Detached.✨

I think...🫣

This was a fun, good bantered, chemistry filled story! I’m a sucker for sports romances and a brother’s best friend trope 😌

Gavin….the quarterback, the football god. “Everyone wants him, that was my crime” The dirty talking, swoon worthy, alpha with the pressure of being enough. Sienna the kind, funny, girl who wants to be seen! I love these two together and witnessing the chemistry they have.🙌🏽

The beginning was a good pace for me and I really enjoyed reading! I would have liked to have a little bit more moments towards the end that explored their relationship, but nonetheless this is a must-read! 🔥

I rate this book a 4.5 out of 5.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

I would recommend this book to those who love college football romances, spicy scenes, and a teammate’s sister trope! If this sounds like something you like, I recommend you check it out! 🗓️

Thank you again to Monica Murphy, NetGalley & Valentine PR!!!💗💗

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Book one of the Kings of Campus series introduced us to this wonderful college sport world and Monica Murphy has kept this world alive and popping. Monica wrote a lovely story that I couldn’t put down. Add on the slight drama of the MCs best friend/brother aspect to it all, this book has it all.

The chemistry between Sienna and Gavin was evident in book one and in book two, it ignites. In book one as side characters, I needed their story and was so happy when Monica announced it. These two were so fun to read about and I loved their relationship dynamic. They tried to stay away from each other, but due to being in the same friend group, that wasn’t easy. Neither one knew the other was pining for the other and when they finally talked, the floodgates opened!

Sienna has such a big heart, but she finally decided she has to give her heart what it wants also. She can’t deny how she feels about her brother’s (Cooper) best friend. After an almost night of passion, the next day she is destroyed when Gavin acted like it never happened, but two years is long enough to hold in her feelings.

In fact, Gavin has never forgotten the almost night with Sienna, but has convinced himself he is too busy and possibly ruining his relationship with his best friend, her brother, isn’t worth it. When Sienna finally lays it all out on the line, he is all in as well. But now they have to navigate their relationship not only with each other but Cooper also. Gavin is so sweet and a total golden retriever.

Monica definitely knows how to pull her readers in with heat, spice, a dash of drama, and delicious tension! The way she develops her character has readers begging for them to finally give in and she loves edging us. But when she finally gives readers what they are begging for, it is done so well!

As always, review any author notes before reading.

What to Expect:
🏈Forbidden Love
🎀Alpha MMC
🏈Boy Obsessed FMC
🎀Secret Relationship
🏈College Football
🎀Found Family
🏈Best Friend’s Sibling