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Stella Hunter
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Sebastian York
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Wall Street Journal bestselling author Ilsa Madden-Mills returns with a sexy he-falls-first sports romance about a quarterback and his frenemy-matchmaker.
On an ordinary day, Jane Darling wouldn’t be caught dead in a sports bar wearing a toga with angel wings. But she’s desperate to launch her matchmaking business to secure her young daughter’s future. Her mission: to attract new clients at any cost.
Her Cupid outfit catches the eye of New York’s beloved star quarterback, Jasper Jannich. She and Jasper have always clashed, but when a pushy admirer goes too far, he steps in as an unexpected knight in shining armor.
He offers a tantalizing proposal: to be Cupid’s Arrow’s premier client. Reluctantly, Jane agrees, aware of the business potential despite her reservations about Jasper and his playboy reputation.
As she sets him up on date after date, it grows clear that Jane’s the only woman he wants.
She is his goal, his endgame.
She’s not not interested…but her heart has been burned before. To get anywhere, they’ll need courage and faith, not just sizzling chemistry.
He’s ready to make the pass. Is his darling ready to catch it?
©2024 by Ilsa Madden-Mills. (P)2024 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.Critic reviews
“Madden-Mills’s signature lively banter is on display…”—Publishers Weekly
“This sunshine meets grump, sports romance is definitely worth checking out. If you like a cute romcom with a bit of sass then I would highly recommend…”—Harlequin Junkie
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Absolutely wonderful story
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Jasper is all in but Jane is worried about being a burden in him.
This story continues the story of the Darling siblings & the amazing side characters in their world.
An amazing listen
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The have both had hard times. Jane became
a Model. Jasper a Football player.
Can they find love?
Stella Hunter was a great Jane. Sebastian York
was a fantastic Jasper!
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Love this book!
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Loved this.
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Just Darling!
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Couldn't put it down
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The voice actors did a great job with this book. This was actually a re-read for me and honestly they did so well it almost felt like an entirely new book.
Recommend to anyone who enjoys frenemies to lovers with a sprinkle in some abandonment trauma, and a single mom trying to matchmake a footballer.
My Darling QB
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Read: EARC📱
MMC: Jasper Jannich
FMC: Jane Darling
Spice: 2🌶️
Tropes: Football, Matchmaker, Single Mom, Enemies to Lovers, Reverse Grumpy+Sunshine, Slow Burn, Angsty
Charming!
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My Darling Jane
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👩❤️👨 Miscommunication plays a starring role here, and not always for the better. Jane often chooses avoidance over honesty, leading to unnecessary complications (and plenty of frustration).
👩👦 While Jane’s devotion to her daughter is admirable, her decision-making leaves much to be desired. Jasper, meanwhile, shines in moments of emotional clarity, especially when it comes to standing firm against his manipulative mother (“I won’t be a bank to someone who couldn’t be a mother” – a standout line!). However, both characters struggle under the weight of their respective traumas, which sometimes threatens to overshadow the romance entirely.
💞 Despite its flaws, the story doesn’t shy away from messy, unresolved emotions. The leads' personal struggles—Jane’s financial instability and Jasper’s fraught family relationships—add depth but occasionally bog down the pacing. However, it’s refreshing that not every conflict is conveniently resolved, lending the story a sense of realism amidst the drama.
✍️ Ilsa Madden-Mills balances her trademark angst with moments of humor and tenderness, though the emotional drama sometimes overshadows the romance.
🌟 My Darling Jane offers plenty of heat, a dose of heart, and a not-so-neat happily ever after. It’s a love story for readers who enjoy the emotional messiness of real life but don’t mind a few frustrating decisions along the way.
My Darling Jane offers heat and heart
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