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  • Taking a Shot

  • Play-by-Play, Book 3
  • By: Jaci Burton
  • Narrated by: Lucy Malone
  • Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (485 ratings)

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Taking a Shot

By: Jaci Burton
Narrated by: Lucy Malone
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Publisher's summary

The last thing Jenna Riley needs is more sports in her life. While her brothers are off being athletic superstars, she's stuck running the family's sports bar, whether she likes it or not. Then, in walks pro hockey stud Tyler Anderson. As much as Jenna would like to go to the boards with him, she's vowed to never fall for a jock - even one as hot as Ty.

Ty, intrigued by the beautiful bar owner, becomes a regular. He senses that Jenna wants to do something more with her life. And as he gains her trust, the passion between them grows, as does Ty's insistence that Jenna should start living for herself. With his encouragement, Jenna starts to believe it, too.But first, Jenna has to figure out what she wants, what she needs, who she loves, and if she has the passion and pride to take a shot at having it all - including Ty.

©2012 Jaci Burton (P)2012 Tantor
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Great sex!

So refreshing to read an author who writes great sex so often. I could feel the passion between the characters as if it were my own. The characters also had a great story line outside of the sex. I'll be looking for more from Jaci.

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Falling in love or lust?

The cover convinced me to get this book, yep, watching that HOT male body while listening to a contemporary romance story was exactly what I wanted. And although the story was ok I did not love it. The heroine was annoying and her constant whining got to me. The overall plot of this story was underwhelming and I did not believe the romance. The couple had lots of hot sex but I did not see the love developing... The narrator was ok too. Did not add much emotion to the story, but then again, it was not that emotional anyway... I guess I was expecting a hot sports and romance story like the one from Rachel Gibson but this one was all about sex...

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Last Reilly sibling finds love and courage to reach for her dreams....

Jenna runs the family sports bar but dreams of being a singer. She avoids most dates especially with sports figures....until Tyler. The story starts slow and most of the drama is about fear and self worth. Lucy Malone is ok but another maridcould

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GREAT

I wasn't sure i was going to like this book but as it got into it. I couldn't stop listening to it. It was great. The only thing that I don't like is that this was BOOK 3 of the series and the other 2 are not in audible format. That's a real bummer.

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So happy for Jenna!!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Ty, by far!! He knew exactly what Jenna wanted and needed, and made sure she got it all. Ty knew what he wanted, but knew he couldn't push too fast so he sat back and let things happen to Jenna so she would figure out what she really wanted on her own.

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Great addition to the series! :D

4.5 stars

This was a great story. I really liked Jenna and Ty and this was a great addition to the series.

Jenna is the sister of Gavin and Mick (the heroes from the previous 2 books in the series). The poor woman grew up with sports and is still surrounded by sports in her life. She's tired of constant sports and it doesn't help that she's the one in the family running the family sports bar. She has things she's rather be doing with her life and isn't particularly happy but doesn't feel she can do what she really wants. I liked Jenna's character but I will admit that she lets her fear run (or maybe I should say ruin) her life. She lets her fears interfere with her life so much that when she meets Ty she wont date him just because he's in to sports (which is one of her defense mechanisms). Fortunately Ty isn't easily brushed off.

Ty is great! He's a good guy and is willing to make an effort if he thinks something is worth the challenge. This ends up being a very good thing when dealing with Jenna. When they first start to date, Ty wasn't looking for anything serious (he never planned to fall in love) but he finds that he can't resist Jenna and wants to find out more about her...what makes her tick. He's very intuitive and notices that Jenna isn't totally happy in her life. Being the good guy he is, Ty tries to find out what Jenna's missing so he can make her life better (sweet guy!). Unfortunately she tends to fight him at every turn.

Ty and Jenna start out casual and Jenna insists they aren't dating but as things progress she finally admits they are dating. There seems to be a dance between Ty and Jenna, he gets closer and she moves away...then she moves in...It's kind of like 1 step forward then 2 back except they do make some progress (if slow) so it's more like 2 steps forward and 1 back. They do make gains, their relationship moves forward and emotions between them deepen. Ty wants Jenna happy and finds out what she really wants (something she's hidden from everyone, even her family) and tries to encourage her to do it. This tends to be a very delicate dance but I thought that Ty making the effort for Jenna was just so sweet (new book boyfriend right here!).

Obviously there are some issues but Ty and Jenna do manage to work things out. I really liked how the story ended and was happy with the conclusion. This was a great addition to the story. I'd recommend it. Thumbs up! :D

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It Was A Close Miss

Characters were great, narrator was superb, but story started dragging towards the end. Otherwise it would have deserved 5 stars.

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Loved it!

Love how Jenna is a strong willed women yet she relents in the bedroom. She knows she's a women and yet can hold her own. Ty is a manly man and don't bow down to her...Well worth the credit. Narrator was spot on. Can not wait for the next book.

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Hot Hockey!

Love this erotica with a side of love story and hockey! The characters develop nicely together and the background of the families.

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must love hockey

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

oh, yes,

What did you like best about this story?

different spin on erotic love story. This is hot and maybe the best of the 3 stories. Listening to #2 soon

Would you be willing to try another one of Lucy Malone’s performances?

the author's works will determine the buy. Julie James, Karen White took me over after 2 difference stories, but there were so much humor in the stories, to be fair. So I can only hope Ms Malone will do the same.

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