To Win Her Trust by Mackenzie Crowne Series: Players #2
Published by Lyrical Shine Publication Date: January 5th 2016
Pages: 228
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Can she trust this player with her heart?
Ever since experiencing a childhood trauma, reclusive artist CC Calhoun has suffered from panic attacks. But when a fateful kiss from handsome wide receiver, Kevin “Tuck” Tucker, is enough to stop one of those episodes cold, she wonders if guarding her heart has been the right choice. Will going on a test date with Tuck open her to trusting someone for the first time in years? Or will she wind up being just another notch in the football player’s bedpost?
Tuck has a reputation for charming women into bed, but after his kiss with CC, he’s left aching for more. When he proposes a second date, his attraction to the sexy blonde looks like the makings of true love—something he’s never quite believed in—until now. But when Tuck discovers CC’s childhood secrets, will the pro athlete be tough enough to stay by her side—or will he betray her hard-earned trust?
This is the first book I have read by Mackenzie Crowne and I thoroughly enjoyed this charming story. This is the second stand-alone book in the Players series and it is a lighthearted story with engaging characters.
This story centers on CC Calhoun, a shy woman who is uncomfortable around men and has panic attacks whenever she is in a large group of people. She has never dated and has a low opinion of men, due to her inconsiderate rock star father. She has learned to live her life without getting into situations that will cause a panic attack but she is ready to make some changes and try to live a normal life. CC asks Kevin “Tuck” Tucker to help her with her issues.
Tuck is an NFL football player content with his life as a fun loving womanizer. However, once he meets CC, there is something about her that keeps pulling him to her, he wants to protect her and help her learn to control her fears. He has never felt this way before and his strong feelings for CC surprise him. Tuck is easy to like, he is thoughtful and kind to CC and an exciting guy to be around.
Tuck helps CC lighten up and enjoy life and in turn, CC helps Tuck see women as more than just a romp in the sack. As Tuck and CC spend more time together, they form a strong bond. Tuck is charismatic and CC enjoys spending time with him, but she realizes she has to hold on to heart, because Tuck is not a one woman guy. She knows Tuck has everything going for him and she is a mess. I love that Tuck takes the time to get to know CC and truly wants to help her. CC doesn’t realize her worth; she has a lot going for her, she just needs more confidence. This is a cute, sweet story with a lot of chemistry between Tuck and CC. Although CC does have some issues, there is not a lot of angst in this entertaining story.
Thanks so much for the kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed CC and Tuck’s story.