Playing for Keeps: A Heartbreaker Bay Novel
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HarperCollins , 2019.
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If you’re planning on falling in love…When it comes to the confident, charismatic Caleb Parker, Sadie Lane feels the spark—the kind that comes from rubbing each other the wrong way. She’s a tattoo artist, he’s a straight-laced mogul. But after they accidentally co-rescue an abandoned dog from a storm, Sadie sees a vulnerable side to the seemingly invincible hottie.

you’d better be sure…Caleb doesn’t do emotions. Growing up the underdog, he’s learned the hard way to build up an impenetrable wall. Perfect for business. Disastrous for relationships. He’s never worried about it before—not until he finally gets behind Sadie’s armor and begins to fall.

… someone is there to catch you.

Both guarded and vulnerable, Sadie and Caleb are complete opposites. Or are they? Shocked at their undeniable connection, can they ever admit to wanting more? That all depends on what they’re each willing to risk.

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Street Date
01/22/2019
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English
ISBN
9780062741868

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Published Reviews

Booklist Review

Tattoo artist Sadie Lane is not really a suit and tie kind of gal, but she just might be willing to make an exception for Caleb Parker, especially after the softer side of the business tycoon is revealed when the two of them rescue an abandoned dog. Now Sadie can't ignore the zing of attraction she feels for the tough-on-the-outside, sweet-on-the-inside Caleb; but even if opposites do attract, is that enough for a lasting romance? Shalvis never fails to charm readers with her mix of tart humor and sexy romance, which, combined with a cute canine heart-stealer, makes this a winning addition to her popular Heartbreaker Bay series.--John Charles Copyright 2019 Booklist

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Publisher's Weekly Review

Shalvis's seventh Heartbreaker Bay contemporary (after Hot Winter Nights), set in the Cow Hollow neighborhood of San Francisco, is a perfectly acceptable but formulaic romance. Sadie's a woman of many talents: tattoo artist, dog whisperer, and survivor of a difficult childhood. One stormy night, a three-legged dog appears and she rescues the pup with help of the man she calls Suits, aka Caleb, a young, wildly successful entrepreneur with a passion for taking care of his loved ones. They're oil and water, yet irresistibly drawn together. Sadie wants to see what's under Caleb's designer threads, while Caleb is fascinated by the pierced, aloof, tough artist. Lollipop, the rescue (who's more likable than any of the human characters), keeps them in contact, and soon a slow-burning romantic and sexual connection develops. From the adorable meet-cute through interfering families and misunderstandings, the novel delivers sweet fun with warmth and joy, but no surprises. Agent: Robin Rue, Writers House. (Jan.) © Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.

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Library Journal Review

When tattoo artist Sadie Lane and venture capitalist Caleb Parker rescue a starving, shivering dog one cold rainy night, they end up "co-petting" the dog (apparently the latest craze). Now, they both want to adopt Lollipop, so sharing the responsibility is the only option. With Sadie's fierce independence and distrust of gorgeous "gazillionaire suits" and Caleb's outward confidence and flirty charm, sparks fly from the start-only to turn incendiary despite Sadie's best intentions. Familiar characters reappear and the famous fountain once again does its matchmaking job in a story that brings two perfect-for-each-other people together. VERDICT Total opposites bond over a three-legged dog and find they have much more in common. A heart-melting, laugh-out-loud sexy romp that adds another delightful chapter to Shalvis's San Francisco-set series. Shalvis (Hot Winter Nights) lives in the Sierras near Lake Tahoe. © Copyright 2019. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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Booklist Reviews

Tattoo artist Sadie Lane is not really a "suit and tie" kind of gal, but she just might be willing to make an exception for Caleb Parker, especially after the softer side of the business tycoon is revealed when the two of them rescue an abandoned dog. Now Sadie can't ignore the zing of attraction she feels for the tough-on-the-outside, sweet-on-the-inside Caleb; but even if opposites do attract, is that enough for a lasting romance? Shalvis never fails to charm readers with her mix of tart humor and sexy romance, which, combined with a cute canine heart-stealer, makes this a winning addition to her popular Heartbreaker Bay series. Copyright 2019 Booklist Reviews.

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Library Journal Reviews

When tattoo artist Sadie Lane and venture capitalist Caleb Parker rescue a starving, shivering dog one cold rainy night, they end up "co-petting" the dog (apparently the latest craze). Now, they both want to adopt Lollipop, so sharing the responsibility is the only option. With Sadie's fierce independence and distrust of gorgeous "gazillionaire suits" and Caleb's outward confidence and flirty charm, sparks fly from the start—only to turn incendiary despite Sadie's best intentions. Familiar characters reappear and the famous fountain once again does its matchmaking job in a story that brings two perfect-for-each-other people together. VERDICT Total opposites bond over a three-legged dog and find they have much more in common. A heart-melting, laugh-out-loud sexy romp that adds another delightful chapter to Shalvis's San Francisco-set series. Shalvis (Hot Winter Nights) lives in the Sierras near Lake Tahoe.

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Copyright 2019 Library Journal.
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Publishers Weekly Reviews

Shalvis's seventh Heartbreaker Bay contemporary (after Hot Winter Nights), set in the Cow Hollow neighborhood of San Francisco, is a perfectly acceptable but formulaic romance. Sadie's a woman of many talents: tattoo artist, dog whisperer, and survivor of a difficult childhood. One stormy night, a three-legged dog appears and she rescues the pup with help of the man she calls Suits, aka Caleb, a young, wildly successful entrepreneur with a passion for taking care of his loved ones. They're oil and water, yet irresistibly drawn together. Sadie wants to see what's under Caleb's designer threads, while Caleb is fascinated by the pierced, aloof, tough artist. Lollipop, the rescue (who's more likable than any of the human characters), keeps them in contact, and soon a slow-burning romantic and sexual connection develops. From the adorable meet-cute through interfering families and misunderstandings, the novel delivers sweet fun with warmth and joy, but no surprises. Agent: Robin Rue, Writers House. (Jan.)

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Citations

APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Shalvis, J. (2019). Playing for Keeps: A Heartbreaker Bay Novel . HarperCollins.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Shalvis, Jill. 2019. Playing for Keeps: A Heartbreaker Bay Novel. HarperCollins.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Shalvis, Jill. Playing for Keeps: A Heartbreaker Bay Novel HarperCollins, 2019.

Harvard Citation (style guide)

Shalvis, J. (2019). Playing for keeps: a heartbreaker bay novel. HarperCollins.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Shalvis, Jill. Playing for Keeps: A Heartbreaker Bay Novel HarperCollins, 2019.

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