Timing the Play

BROCKI've perfected catching impossible passes and melting panties with my smile. But Julia Buckingham? Ice-cold for months, driving me insane.Her sass, her fire, the way she looks at me like I'm nothing special-it's the biggest turn-on of my life. When I finally crack her armor, she throws me a curveball: one night, no strings, burn each other out.Game on.But one scorching night becomes two. Then three. We're both playing with fire, and I've got demons that keep me from being the man she deserves. Unless I face them, this explosive thing between us might be the only casualty.JULIAMen like Brock Cannon are exactly why I have trust issues. Cocky athletes with million-dollar smiles who think they can break down any woman's walls? Please.But this infuriating wide receiver won't take the hint. Months of relentless pursuit are cracking my defenses, and I'm actually starting to like his stupid jokes.When my resolve shatters, I make him an offer: one night of no-strings sex to get him out of my system.Except one night becomes an addiction. I'm harboring fears that keep me from surrendering-and unless we face our demons, we'll crash and burn.