Ethan is tired of being known as the guy with no future. So, a new college and a part-time gig of coaching a youth football team gives him just the motivation he needs…until Maya Garcia, the girl who broke his heart, moves in next door!
Maya is looking for a fresh start. She’s finally away from the expectations of her parents and is already the life of the party. Yet all she can think about is fixing things with Ethan and trying to ignore the feelings that she’s been hiding for so long.
But as Maya and Ethan try to be friends again, lines begin to blur once more. Soon the two have to decide if they are going to continue to play by the rules set by those around them – or change the game completely and finally choose each other…
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Game Changer is the second book in Deanna Faison’s series, and this time we get Ethan—Maddie’s brother and Cameron’s best friend—and Maya, Maddie’s close friend. I loved finally seeing these two step into the spotlight after years of unspoken feelings and “almost” moments. Their flirty night together and eventual reunion had all the sparks of a second-chance romance, and the chemistry between them was undeniable.
Ethan’s vulnerability really stood out to me. His anxiety about his size and his tendency to overthink added depth to his character, making him feel real and relatable. Maya, on the other hand, had her own struggles balancing family expectations with her desires, and while her decisions sometimes created conflict, it also made her journey more authentic. What I especially enjoyed was how deeply Ethan cared for Maya—his devotion was touching, even if at times I wished he gave himself more space to grow.
The alternating perspectives added richness, and I loved revisiting familiar faces from Playmaker. While this wasn’t my absolute favorite in the series, it was heartfelt, engaging, and a sweet addition that fans will enjoy.
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