The Game Plan

Kristen Callihan

Book 3 in the series:Game On

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nfl player virgin trope

complex relationship dynamics

overcoming past traumas

steamy and sweet romance

strong female lead

realistic character development

engaging writing style

personal growth

blend of new adult and sports romance

slice of life pacing

professional sports environment setting

privacy invasion theme

believable interactions

"The Game Plan" by Kristen Callihan is a contemporary romance novel that follows the story of Ethan Dexter, a big, gruff NFL player who is also a virgin. The book delves into his longstanding crush on his best friend's sister-in-law, Fiona, and the challenges they face as their relationship evolves. The plot explores themes of privacy invasion, personal growth, and overcoming past traumas, all while maintaining a steamy and sweet romance between the main characters. The writing style is praised for its realistic and swoon-worthy characters, with a focus on character development and believable interactions that keep readers engaged throughout the story.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed and relatable, with the female lead being strong and independent, while the male lead's virginal status adds depth to his bravado.

Writing/Prose:

The prose is engaging and realistic, effectively conveying the emotional depth of the characters and their experiences.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around the complex relationship between an NFL player and his agent's daughter, highlighting their personal challenges, career obstacles, and external conflicts as they navigate their feelings for one another.

Setting:

The modern setting reflects the professional sports environment, impacting the characters' lives and relationship.

Pacing:

The pacing is steady and well-balanced, favoring character development and a slice-of-life approach to the couple's relationship.

Truth? I like men. Scratch that. I love men. I love their strength, their deeper voices, the simple way they come at a problem. I love their loyalty. I love the way their wrist bones are wide and soli...

Notes:

The Game Plan is the third book in Kristen Callihan's Game On series.

The main character, Dex, is a tattooed NFL player who is also a virgin.

The female lead, Fiona, is strong and independent, working to make her own way outside the industry of sports.

The story involves a romance that develops between Dex and Fiona, who faces challenges due to their different careers and personal baggage.

Fiona's privacy is invaded because of Dex's fame, leading to conflict in their relationship.

The book features a mix of contemporary new adult and sports romance themes.

Dex expresses his feelings for Fiona by getting tattoos, which makes the story unique.

The first spicy scene takes place in the backseat of a car, highlighting the chemistry between characters.

The romance is described as sweet and sexy, with little drama and a slice-of-life approach in their relationship.

Kristen Callihan is praised for her strong character development and engaging storytelling.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include themes of revenge porn and suicide ideation.

Has Romance?

There is a strong romantic presence throughout The Game Plan.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

A beard-related dare and one hot-as-hell kiss changes everything.

NFL center Ethan Dexter's focus has always been on playing football and little else. Except when it comes to one particular woman. The lovely Fiona Mackenzie might not care about his fame, but she's also never looked at him as anything more than one of her brother-in-law's best friends. That ends now.

Fi doesn't know what to make of Dex. The bearded, tattooed, mountain of man-muscle looks more like a biker than a football player. Rumor has it he's a virgin, but she finds that hard to believe. Because from the moment he decides to turn his quiet intensity on her she's left weak at the knees and aching to see his famous control fully unleashed.

Fi ought to guard her heart and walk away; they live vastly different lives in separate cities. And Dex is looking for a forever girl. But Dex has upped his game and is using all his considerable charm to convince Fi he's her forever man.

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