The Stand-In

by Kristen Proby

First published 2023

Drew Montgomery has his hands full coaching quarterbacks for the Seattle football team. Then London Ambrose arrives as the new co-owner. She's a billionaire's daughter who asks endless questions about his methods and wants to change everything from jerseys to team branding. Drew resents her constant presence and opinions about his work. When London's ex-boyfriend starts harassing her, Drew steps in to help. As a Montgomery, he won't let anyone mistreat a woman. His solution involves pretending to date London to keep her safe. The fake relationship forces Drew to spend more time with the woman who frustrates him. He discovers London isn't the spoiled rich girl he assumed. Their pretend romance begins affecting them both in unexpected ways. Drew finds his irritation transforming into genuine attraction. The boundaries between their arrangement and real feelings start disappearing. Drew faces a choice that matters more than any game he's coached.

Genres: romance, sports, contemporary-romance, sports-romance

Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, intimate

Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fake-dating, found-family

Setting: Seattle

362 pages · Paperback · Ampersand Publishing

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