eARC Review: Play for Me by Libby Hubscher
Romance
Play for Me
Book Info
Released Date: June 20th
Publication: Berkley
Pages: 368
Format: eBook
“devour this romance book in one sitting”
Do I love reading about a slow-burn romance book with a grumpy sunshine trope in the mix? Yes, I do. I will devour this romance book in one sitting, as I did with Play for Me by Libby Hubscher. You can’t expect me not to.
Let’s get into why you should read this slow-burning, grumpy sunshine romance book!
First, it’s a slow-burn romance story. Who doesn’t love reading about two characters slowly falling in love with each other with stolen glances and highly anticipated tension between them? I know that I do. That’s what makes the romance so much better to read.
Second, it’s also a grumpy sunshine romance story. I’m sorry, but grumpy sunshine tropes are the top tier in romance books. Who doesn’t love to read about a grumpy character falling in love with a sunshine character? And they only cater to the sunshine character and no one else? That makes the romance so juicy and entertaining to read.
Third, we love an underdog coming back on top. Sophie was heavily disappointed when she relied on her instinct, which cost her dream job, but it gave her the opportunity to figure out what she truly loves. She has always been a champion for her people's health, no matter what. And she will take players off the field if they aren’t fit. But you know that management doesn’t appreciate losing when they could have made money despite the players health.
Fourth, I love the chemistry between the two characters, Sophie and Jonas, with each other. They truly don’t get along with each other; well, it’s more of Jonas being his grumpy self with Sophie. Anyway, their interactions are so entertaining to read. You can see how much Jonas wants her, but he refuses to express himself because he really doesn’t know how to. It doesn’t stop him from being grumpy with Sophie, helping her when needed, or being there for her no matter what.
All of these reasons should convince you to pick this book up immediately. Don’t expect spicy scenes in this romance book. It’s more closed scenes between Sophie and Jonas.
