The Right Move by Liz Tomforde Series: Windy City #2
Published by Golden Boy Publishing LLC on January 7, 2023
Pages: 417
Genres: Romance
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RYAN
She’s a distraction, that’s what she is.
I’m the newest Captain of the Devils, Chicago’s NBA team, and the last thing I needed this year was for Indy Ivers, my sister’s best friend, to move into my apartment. She’s messy, emotional, and way too tempting.
But when the team’s General Manager vocalizes his blatant disapproval of my promotion to Captain, referring to me as an unapproachable lone wolf with no work-life balance, I can’t think of a better way to convince him otherwise than pretending to date my outgoing roommate.
The only problem? Faking it feels far too natural.
Having a fake girlfriend wasn’t supposed to be messy but having Indy under my roof and in my bed is complicated, especially when she wants all the romantic parts of life that I could never give her.
INDY
I never imagined I’d be living with my best friend’s brother, NBA superstar Ryan Shay. Even more unbelievable? He needs me to act as his loving girlfriend who’s suddenly changed him into a friendly and approachable guy.
Because, well…he’s not. He’s controlling of his space and untrusting of others.
Our arrangement isn’t one-sided, though. I’m in a wedding coming up, one where every one of my childhood friends, including my ex-boyfriend, will be in attendance, and there’s no better date than my ex’s celebrity hero.
Blurred lines make it almost impossible to separate real from fake. Falling for my roommate was never part of the deal, especially when Ryan is quick to remind me that he doesn’t believe in love.
I’m a romantic and can’t help fantasizing that he’ll change, but soon enough, I find myself questioning if sharing a roof with my best friend’s brother was the right move after all.
Some angst mixed with humor is my cup of tea, and The Right Move is a grumpy-sunshine romance that hit the right spot.
I was pleasantly surprised by this story. The diversity, the male vulnerability, and the self-awareness were a breath of fresh air. Ryan Shay is a world-renowned basketball player, but he’s reclusive and distrusting of most people. There was something so sad about him–a man who has everything but nobody to share it with and no joy outside of playing basketball–that really tugged on my heartstrings. Indy’s extroverted, charming personality is instantly endearing, even though she’s clearly an emotional hot mess at the beginning of the book.
When Indy moves in with Ryan, the two are like oil and water. Their journey from adversaries to lovers is funny and touching. Ryan and Indy have insane chemistry, and there are some truly SPICY scenes.
This is the first book I’ve read by Liz Tomforde, but it won’t be the last. I’m planning to read the first book in this series, Mile High, next.
Recommended for fans of:
Basketball
Sports romance
Flying
Grumpy-sunshine romance
About Liz Tomforde
Liz Tomforde writes sports romance novels that depict realistic and healthy relationships. Her books offer a mix of witty banter and real-life struggles. Her heroes are alpha yet vulnerable, and her heroines are strong.
Born and raised in Northern California, Liz is the youngest of five children. She loves all things romance, traveling, dogs, and hockey.
When she’s not traveling or writing, Liz can be found reading a good book or taking her Golden Retriever, Luke, on a hike in her hometown in Sonoma County, CA.
YAY! So happy you enjoyed this book. I loved it. I also loved the first book, but this one might be my favorite so far. I can’t wait for the third to release. Great review.
Great review of this one there! I absolutely loved this one. so much. There is something different in how well she fleshes out sport aspects. I have loved everything this author has written. Really adds more dimension to a sports romance.
Thank you. I’m glad to hear that she’s consistently good.