For Jason, that man just might be the Tigers' new receiver, Derek Griffin.įour years ago, Derek nearly lost everything after being outed by his teammates. But every quarterback needs a man he can count on down the field. If he can't turn NFL recruiters' heads this year, he'll lose his shot at the one thing he's ever been good at. Jason Hawkins is about to throw the biggest Hail Mary pass of his career. The cover art is well done and eyecatching to me.Their chemistry on the field is undeniable. I can’t wait for the second book in this new series! I have to say I relaxed and enjoyed it a lot.

I must add, there were some mistakes, editing issues I noted even with my poor English, but I pretty much ignored them, it’s a debut book and at the end it was well done in my opinion. I usually am a little wary about the new adult genre but in this case the author did great cause both Jason and Derek are sure of themselves and what they want, ready for the future to come, even when it’s a hard one, they never fall down. I was waiting for the so called shoe to drop and when I understood no drama was going to happen, I fully enjoyed the rest of the story. It is truly a story I had no trouble liking characters I cared for. Sometimes a book like this one is exactly what I want to read.Įverything about the story was believable and realistic, especially in their friendship that first developed, and in the love that came later. Everything flew by easily, the coming out, the relationship between Derek and Jason, I really appreciated all of these. Strong Side was a joy to read, light, quick and lovely, there wasn’t any drama or angst. I’m always curious about new authors, so when I saw this debut book by Alison Hendricks I soon picked it, even though I’m not a huge fan of sport themed stories but I couldn’t resist. Derek is convinced friendship is all it’ll ever be, but a very confusing moment of impulse leaves both of them fumbling for answers about their relationship.Īs curiosity gives way to passion and passion gives way to something deeper, Jason and Derek will have to tackle their own personal demons to bring home the win and earn their happy ending. Now he finally has a chance to get it all back as a walk-on for Eastshore College… if he can resist his immediate attraction to the gorgeous and very straight star quarterback.Īn instant connection during practice leads to an easy friendship that only grows stronger off the field. For Jason, that man just might be the Tigers’ new receiver, Derek Griffin.įour years ago, Derek nearly lost everything after being outed by his teammates. But every quarterback needs a man he can count on down-field. If he can’t turn NFL recruiters’ heads this year, he’ll lose his shot at the one thing he’s ever been good at.

Their chemistry on the field is undeniable.

Strong side alison hendricks