Playing for Keeps by Jill Shalvis

Playing for Keeps (Heartbreaker Bay, #7)

by Jill Shalvis

The seventh in New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis's Heartbreaker Bay series, featuring her trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance. Perfect for fans of Jill Mansell, Debbie Macomber, Nora Roberts and Marie Force.

If you're planning on falling in love you'd better be sure someone is there to catch you... When it comes to the confident, charismatic Caleb Parker, Sadie Lane feels the spark - the kind that comes from rubbing each other the wrong way. She's yoga pants, he's a suit. She's a tattoo artist, he's a straight-laced mogul. But after they accidentally co-rescue an abandoned dog from a storm, Sadie sees a vulnerable side to the seemingly invincible hottie.

Caleb doesn't do emotions. Growing up the underdog, he's learned the hard way to build up an impenetrable wall. Perfect for business. Disastrous for relationships. He's never worried about it before - not until he finally gets behind Sadie's armor and begins to fall.

Both guarded and vulnerable, Sadie and Caleb are complete opposites. Or are they? Shocked at their undeniable connection, can they ever admit to wanting more? That all depends on what they're each willing to risk...

Want more warm, funny romance? Check out the other Heartbreaker Bay novels starting with Sweet Little Lies, visit stunning Wildstone, gorgeous Cedar Ridge, spellbinding Lucky Harbor or experience some Animal Magnetism in Sunshine, Idaho in Jill's other unforgettable series.

Reviewed by Lorelei's Lit Lair on

4 of 5 stars

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I enjoyed Playing For Keeps by Jill Shalvis. The real star of this story is a three legged dog named Lollipop! She was the one to bond Sadie and Caleb throughout the story. They have been struggling with events in their past, darker issues and after they begin to fall for each other they open up and find ways to heal. They also have trust issues which they work out. The banter and chemistry is so good! Caleb’s sisters are protective of him, which at times causes trouble for him. But they’re great.
Lots of family drama, passionate love, humor and an adorable pet!

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