“You don’t have to follow other people’s rules all the time.”
“And you don’t have to break them all the time either.”
Joanie
People assume Joanie’s a nepo baby, but they have no idea how hard she’s worked to get back on the pitch after injury.
She just wants to play football. The last thing she needs is to film an ad in Menorca with Kieran Earnshaw, the men’s team bad boy. Kieran is gorgeous, though—and he seems different with her. Maybe it’s time this good girl finally experimented with her wild side…?
Kieran
Joanie’s dad is on the board. He’s warned Kieran off his daughter, but wants him to watch out for her on their trip. He can get Kieran on the England squad, his lifelong dream, so he’ll have to play by the rules—just this once. Quiet Joanie likes to stay in the background. But Kieran’s realized anyone overlooking this woman is making a mistake. She’s the total package, beautiful inside and out. He knows what he wants on and off the pitch—and he always plays to win. He’s risking everything, but sometimes opposites attract. And together, he reckons they could rewrite the whole rulebook…
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My Review
Sasha Lace delivers another knockout in her sports romance series with Playing for Possession—a heartfelt, fiery, and deeply human story that goes far beyond the pitch. Joanie and Kieran, two fiercely talented footballers burdened by the shadows of their fathers’ legacies, are flawed yet utterly captivating. Joanie’s struggle with injury, self-worth, and public perception is portrayed with remarkable honesty, while Kieran’s quiet strength and fierce loyalty to his brother add layers of tenderness beneath his tough exterior.
Their forced collaboration on a commercial in Spain sparks a chemistry that’s both slow-burning and scorching—Lace’s trademark blend of humor and heat shines through, particularly in the hilarious “reading” scene that turns deliciously steamy. Beyond the romance, the story explores healing, identity, and forgiveness with sensitivity and realism.
The supporting cast—especially Joanie’s father, Mortimer Fox, and Kieran’s brother, Jack—add emotional richness and depth. Lace captures the messiness of family, fame, and redemption with grace. This is a moving tale of second chances, personal growth, and love that dares to look beneath the surface. A beautifully written, emotionally rewarding read with a perfect happily ever after.
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