Thank you netgalley and @allywiegandauthor for this arc!! I am an absolute sucker for sports romance and this one hit all the right places. Jamil and Harper were the best ever one night stand turn lovers ever !!! Some heavy topics in this book yet was done with such class!! Can’t wait to go back and read the rest of the series!

A brilliantly written book with a good storyline and characters that made you fall in love with them. Loved this series and can’t wait for more from this author.

Brilliant, again!!

I really enjoy the Chicago Heartbreaker series and I really hope this isn’t the end. I’m assuming not since it’s ‘series’ and not ‘trilogy’ and the fact that I’ve picked up on at least two possible continuations . . . (And let me tell you, last time I had an inclining on what this book was going to be about, so!!!!).

I loved both Harper and Jamil. I loved getting to know Harper, and to see her grow in confidence in herself and where she wants to be in life. It was great to see her learn to value her skill and talent and to stick up for herself both professionally and personally.

After seeing so much of Jamil over the previous books, I loved getting more insight in to his character and what makes him tick. I loved that we got to see more of his family! I also thought that Wiegand handled Jamils brother, Jordan’s, story arc well with his addiction. As someone who is unfortunately familiar with this in their own life, I thought this was a pretty decent, yet small, representation of what it can be like living with someone who has issues with addiction.

As always, I loved seeing past characters come back in to play and have their opinions and sweet moments. Although, justice for Nora!! I was really rooting for her and Harper to become best friends and felt disappointed in the moments she was left out.

All in all, I really liked this book and I was glad that the break up conflict was handled well and with the right amount of drama. These moments in books can be make or break for me, and luckily this one didn’t shatter!

This was my first foray into the authors work and whilst I really enjoy the grumpy sunshine trope along with forced proximity, the chemistry between the two characters of Harper and Jamil just felt a bit too rushed and forced for my liking and whilst the plot was intriguing the romance came across as being a bit too over the top for me as a reader.
Thankyou to the author, net galley and embla books for an arc of this book.

Ally Wiegand’s Triple Play is a refreshing, emotionally-charged sports romance that blends the crackle of on-field tension with the slow burn of off-field longing. Centered on three complex protagonists entangled in a love triangle that defies expectations, the novel delivers heart, heat, and hard choices.

The story follows [insert names of main characters] as they navigate the high-stakes world of professional baseball and even higher-stakes relationships. Wiegand excels at creating chemistry—not just romantic, but emotional and interpersonal. The characters feel authentic, flawed, and fiercely alive, with dialogue that’s snappy and situations that tug at the heart.

What sets Triple Play apart is its nuanced portrayal of polyamorous dynamics. Wiegand avoids clichés and instead offers a thoughtful look at love that doesn’t fit into conventional boxes. It's not just about steamy scenes (though there are plenty of those); it's about trust, vulnerability, and the courage to love outside the lines.

Whether you're a fan of sports romances, LGBTQ+ representation, or simply crave a story that’s as tender as it is sexy, Triple Play delivers. It’s a bold, beautifully written novel that deserves a spot on every romance reader’s shelf.

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Another fun book from this author and this series is shaping up as one of my favourite sports romance series. This is another baseball romance with two fabulous characters finding each other after a one-night stand. I specifically enjoyed the complications that these two characters faced, especially as one was career focus and one was family focused.
The MMC was a fun heartwarming golden retriever, while the FMC was misunderstood but caring black cat. They made a fabulous pair and I was rooting for them the whole time. I think I would have enjoyed a little bit more of the journalism side, but the amount of sport and spice was spot on.

Big thanks to NetGalley and Ally Wiegand for a copy of this book. This is my honest opinion.

`✦ˑ ִֶ 𓂃⊹ 3 stars 🌟 0.5 spice 🫑

arc review 📖

જ⁀➴ 𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐬

⚾️ baseball player mmc
⚾️ workplace romance
⚾️ forced proximity
⚾️ grumpy x sunshine
⚾️ he falls first
⚾️ Interconnected standalones

This book is the 3rd book in The Chicago Heartbreakers series, and my first read from this author.
Being that they are all standalones, I have no problem starting mid-series... and personally, I had no issues.

I enjoyed Harper and Jamil's romance. It was so sweet how they gravitated towards each other, and supported each other during the challenges that they faced. I have read a few baseball romances and this was just as enjoyable as most others.

𖹭 If you enjoy sports romance, and heart-warming romances, then this is for you.

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⋆˙⟡ 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑘 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑡𝑜 𝑛𝑒𝑡𝑔𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑦 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑎 𝑑𝑖𝑔𝑖𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑎𝑟𝑐

I like the idea. I like the plot. I like the writing. I like Harper and Jamil. But I don't know much about baseball and at time I was a little bit lost. I would have like a bit more explanation to read feel like I was in it.

A cute romance with a baseball background. Harper and Jamil meet, then he goes back to the city he is based in. Then Harper gets transferred there and their paths cross again. Overall an easy and enjoyable read.

A sports romance you don't want to miss.

My favourite thing about Ally's characters is how relatable they all are!

Harper struggles deeply with being treated fairly in the workplace, an incredibly competitive area where men are seen as more insightful in the sports world. His fight to show her value is both inspiring and heartbreaking, and it is a lesson that we all need to learn from. Gender doesn't define our worth. Gender doesn't define what we can and cannot do with our lives.

Jamil, well, Jamil is just a heartbreaker that I am WAITING (but not patiently) for you to fall head over heels for! There are no red flags. This man is perfect. This insight is a perfect reminder that money doesn't solve everything, that money cannot make anyone perfect, that money cannot solve all their problems, but putting yourself first is the best thing you can do.

Harper and Jamil complement each other wonderfully, and the best part about Ally is that you can enjoy her romances without having to worry about explicit scenes. She does an excellent job of bringing the romance to the page without the need for graphic writing, which is a breath of fresh air sometimes.

Highly recommend this whole series <3

The Chicago heartbreakers series is by far one of my favourite book series. Triple Play is officially my absolute favourite book of the series !

I am such a big fan of the series, receiving the first two books as Arcs made me fall in love with this series in so many ways. So when I received Triple Play as an Arc I was so excited and it definitely didn't disappoint.

I absolutely loved Triple play. From the very start of the book I knew it was going to be a new favourite. The first chapter of the book sets the scene of the book so perfectly. I adore the two main characters, Harper and Jamil, I thought they were both so wholesome throughout the entire book. The chemistry between them was just perfect !
I loved the theme of found family showing the bonds between them and the characters from the rest of the series I thought it was portrayed so well.

This book definitely delivered ! It was charming, Wholesome and warm and has became one of my favourite books from the Chicago Heartbreakers series !

*Thank you Embla Books and NetGalley for providing me this Arc in return for an honest review*

Triple Play (Chicago Heartbreakers series) by Ally Wiegand is a great sports romance. I really enjoyed the first two books in the series so was looking forward to this one and it did not disappoint. It was a perfect short and sweet romance to read when travelling.

Summary: Sports reporter Harper gets a final career chance—until a fling with star player Jamil threatens to complicate everything professionally and emotionally.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an eARC of this book all thoughts are my own.

I love this series, although I was slightly disappointed that it wasn’t Olivia’s story however I am still hoping for that next . . .
Jamil is the star baseball player who is wanted for his good looks and star power rather than himself. Harper is a sports journalist who never feels good enough and is being pressured by her parents to find a better job. They meet one night when they both need a friend and think they won’t see each other again but Harper then gets transferred to cover Jamil’s games and her boss tasks her with breaking a story on him. Jamil is going through family drama with his brothers addiction and the last thing he needs is it getting out.
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I don’t think this author is the right fit for me. I’ve read the two previous books in this series, but the characters just don’t have enough chemistry to really draw me in. Harper’s storyline felt overdone and didn’t bring anything new to the romance genre. The pacing was off, and the repetitive moments made it hard to stay connected to the characters’ journey.

Thanks to the author, Embla Books, and NetGalley for the advanced copy.

Really enjoyable sports romance!
This is the third in a series from Ally Wiegand; Harper is an overachieving sports journalist who is overlooked on several occasions. Jamil is an excellent baseball player whose ability is overlooked for his charming good looks used for advertising. Both appear to be lost souls who find each other which I really love. Although the chemistry didn't sizzle as much in this novel compared to the first one, I really enjoyed seeing these characters develop their strengths throughout the pages - Harper standing up to her boss & Jamil getting to grips with his brother's addictions. Thanks to Net Galley for the advanced copy.

Harper and Jamil meet in a bar one night, neither sharing who they really are, so when she is reporting on his games he is surprised to see her. She needs a promotion and can he help her get there? I liked how it was told from both points of view.

Not as strong as the first two books but still a solid, reliable sports romance that was unputdownable. Harper and Jamie have great chemistry, and I love how the found family has strengthened since the first book.

I think the big issue for me is that the plot meandered and the conflict wasn’t as sharp as it should’ve been given the set up. Any resolution to the side plots - Jamil’s struggles with fame plus his brother’s addiction and Harper’s parents who want her to follow in their footsteps – felt anti-climatic compared to the way First Base handled Tommy and Maggie’s.

I also found it really infuriating that Jamil openly flirted with her in front while she’s trying to work with everyone around including other media. Given Harper is dealing with a men’s club and men promoted over her, why would he jeopardise her job? Also, why wasn’t Harper considering the optics of being seen with Jamil at the fundraiser given she’s supposed to be chasing a story about him? Harper didn’t come off as that great a journalist if she was heavily reliant on Jamil to organise and arrange interviews with his friends (and be seen with her at them! WTF? Isn’t he this massively famous sports star whom can barely leave his house?). While I appreciate it was a sweet gesture, it made her look unqualified for the promotion she was chasing if she couldn’t even be doing the leg work to network and get the interviews.

Enjoyable sports romance with low stakes but weak on plot development.

Thanks to Embla and NetGalley for the ARC.

This is a charming and sporty romance that hits all the right notes. The story follows a compelling protagonist navigating the complexities of love and baseball, set against a backdrop that feels authentically rendered. Wiegand balances the thrill of the game with heartfelt personal moments, making it a delightful read for anyone who enjoys a blend of sports and romance. The characters are well-developed, and the plot keeps you engaged from start to finish, ensuring a satisfying conclusion

Thank you for an early copy of this book

This was a fun read! I'm a sucker for a steamy sport romance, I also hadn't read anything by the author before and I loved her writing style! Im hoping to read book one and two in the series because of this !

-grumpy/sunshine
-second chance
-workplace romance
- found family

"You are the moon shining in the dark for me tonight."

After loving the first two books in the Chicago Heartbreakers series, I had high hopes for Triple Play—and it definitely delivered! Ally Wigand's writing continues to shine: easy to read, heartfelt, and filled with relatable characters navigating their own personal struggles alongside a growing romance.
I really enjoyed Jamie and Harper's story. Their chemistry and emotional journey were sweet and authentic. That said, Tommy still holds the top spot in my heart 🫣🫢—but that’s just a personal preference (I do love an open door romance!).
What I especially adore about this series is the consistent theme of found family. All three books beautifully showcase the deep bonds between characters, and the love and support they give each other feels so genuine.

A huge thank you to @allywigand and @netgalley for the ARC—I feel so lucky to be part of this journey! 👀 Now the real question… are we getting Derek and Olivia’s story next? Because I need it.

If you haven’t started the Chicago Heartbreakers series yet, now’s your chance! The first two are currently part of a 3 for £7 deal! 🙌

My Series Ratings So Far:
* First Base – ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
* Going for Two – ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
* Triple Play – ⭐⭐⭐⭐