REVIEW: Play for Keeps by Maggie Wells

Play for Keeps by Maggie Wells: Tyrell never thought he would be in the middle of a scandal like this. His basketball career didn’t reach the heights he expected, but he’s been enjoying the career change to coaching. He’s super tall, sexy, charming, and loyal. Unfortunately, his wife is not so loyal and seemingly documented her affairs on social media with various athletes including members of Ty’s team.

Millie is a strong-willed, independent, and savvy PR guru. She’s determined to get Ty (and the university) through this scandal as best she can. She likes to be in control and she’s great at spinning situations, but Ty is different. She’s been attracted to him since he started with the school and just his presence can throw her off her game.

While Ty never wanted his marriage to end this way, he’s also relieved to have Millie by his side. He knows he can put himself and his career in her very capable hands. He’s also enjoying spending more time with her so he can get closer to her.

“I’m calling you trouble.”
Millie beamed up at him. “Well, I think we both know you’re probably right.”
“I’m feeling the need to try to teach you a lesson.”
Finely arched brows rose. “You can try.”

Ty enjoys how Millie challenges him and makes him work for her. They definitely get to know each other much better while he’s waiting for his divorce to be finalized and that’s when the games begin. Both like to be in control, so it’s a fun battle for the upper hand while the anticipation builds.

“Yes.” She bit the word off hard, incensed that he seemed to be questioning her right to feel this way. “Yes, I’m angry.” She tipped her chin up a notch. “What of it?”
Ty smiled as he pushed away and rose to his full height. But not a happy smile. The gleam of it glinted with a steely, sharp edge. “Nothing. I’m glad I’m not the only one.”

Play for Keeps is entertaining, heartbreaking, and sexy. Maggie Wells provides drama, angst, conflict, humor, and plenty of heat. Ms. Wells created a strong cast of characters. Play for Keeps can be read as a standalone in the Love Games series. Fans of Stefanie London and Kelly Elliott will enjoy Play for Keeps.

Book Info:

Publication: April 3rd 2018 | Sourcebooks Casablanca | Love Games #2

Mixing business and pleasure is a dangerous game…

Tyrell Ransom, the new men’s basketball coach, is ready to whip his team into shape and start winning some games. But when compromising photos of his soon-to-be-ex-wife with one of his players go viral, everything comes crashing down. With reporters thick on the ground, Ty and his team need some serious damage control―now.

When public relations guru Millie Jenkins arrives in her leopard-print cape to save the day, things really heat up… Soon they’re going to have to work double time to keep their white-hot chemistry out of the headlines.