Quarterback Draw (Play-By-Play, #9)

by Jaci Burton

In the latest Play-by-Play novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Straddling the Line, a sexy quarterback is finally playing for keeps...

Grant Cassidy knows how to be a football star—flash that dazzling smile, throw the winning pass, get the girl. But while the hot quarterback loves the game and the lifestyle, no woman has come close to catching his heart. Then he matches wits with a smart, gorgeous model, and Grant finds himself wanting more than a fling.
 
Supermodel Katrina Koslova might live in a world of glitz and camera flashes, but she works hard to provide for the family that relies on her. She doesn’t have time for fun—much less a boyfriend—but Grant seems determined to be the exception to Katrina’s rule.
 
Their explosive chemistry is undeniable, but Katrina’s afraid to let go and rely on anyone but herself. Grant intends to ease her fears and prove he’s a man of style and substance—a man she can count on.

• ISBN10: 0425263002
• ISBN13: 9780425263006
• Publish Date: 3 February 2015
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc
• Imprint: Berkley Publishing Corporation,U.S.
• Format: Paperback (US Trade)
• Pages: 336
• Language: English
• URL: https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9780425263006

Reviews

[Sam@WLABB]

Rating: 3.5 Stars

There are several romance series that I consistently turn to when I am in the mood for a schmexy, light, HEA read. Play by Play is one of my go-to series that feed that need, and Quarterback Draw lived up to its purpose.

This book is our gateway into the next family that will dominate the series. We are introduced to the entire Cassidy clan, as Grant and Katrina navigate their love story. Once again, Burton gave us this wonderful, loving family that we want to be part of. Just like I wished I was a Riley, I now want to be a Cassidy. In addition to the Cassidy family bonds, there is also a very special family bond between the Koslova siblings. It was a lot of fun getting to know these two family's, and I look forward to each and every one of their stories.

My only complaint was the ending. It felt a little rushed, but I can forgive Burton, because I know I will catch up with Kat and Grant in future books.

Another fine addition to the Play by Play series.

[Cocktails and Books]

QUARTERBACK DRAW is an intoxicating story about Grant Cassidy a professional quarterback, who plays for the St Louis Traders. Grant meets model Katrina Korsova on a commercial shoot. Katrina’s a high profile, beautiful model and from the moment she approaches Grant, he’s enchanted with everything about her. Katrina, on the other hand, wants nothing to do with Grant, even if she does feel the zing sparking between them as they work together. Although Katrina is a famous model, she doesn’t have much of a social life, because she’s too busy raising her two younger siblings.

Grant has never met a woman like Katrina; she’s innocent, sweet, smart and down to earth. She isn’t anything like the usual models he encounters. Katrina is standoffish, but Grant never lets that bother him and he keeps gently pushing her and never gives up. Katrina takes life far too seriously and Grant tries to show her how to add some fun to her life.

Jaci Burton knows how to write a delightful story with realistic characters that are successful, but also easy to identify with. I liked everything about Grant, he’s the perfect boyfriend. He’s is a wonderful combination of fun, smart, charming and sensitive, but also a tough, hot football player. He’s also a caring, generous lover and when Grant and Katrina get together, they burn up the sheets. The Cassidy’s are a big, warm, loving close knit family and they keep Grant grounded. His three brothers are also athletes and constantly give each other a hard time and love to challenge each other. I can’t wait for more stories about the Cassidy brothers in future books.

Reviewed by Karen for Cocktails and Books