Play Along by Liz Tomforde is 4th book in the Windy City Series, combines sports romance, humor, and drama. The plot follows Kennedy, the sole female on staff for the Windy City Warriors. After a crazy night in Las Vegas, She finds herself unexpectedly married to Isaiah Rhodes, the team’s handsome shortstop. Tomforde’s writing captures the warmth, confusion and intracity between Kennedy and Isaiah, making their reluctant get together both funny and entertaining. If you want Similar read you can checkout Daydream by Hannah Grace.
About the Author:
Liz Tomforde is a Contemporary Romance author famous for her sports romance novels. Her novel have witty banter, spicy relationships, family dynamics, and plenty of steam. Her novels have strong heroine as in common.
Play Along Liz Tomforde Review
The storyline of “Play Along” have concepts like convenience marriage and phony courting to promote real emotional development. Kennedy’s battle with a sexist workplace gives her a great learn to experience and quality that highlights her desire and tenacity. Isaiah and Kennedy’s story is amazing. Isaiah changes from a careless playboy to a loving, caring partner and at the same time Kennedy becomes more and more confident and strong. Their accidental/convenience marriage slowly turning into real love is sweet and touching. Isaiah’s kindness and attention to detail, and Kennedy’s intelligence make them perfect for each other.
One of the special and appreciable aspects of this book is the true depiction of mental health. The storylines points out these topics with sensitivity, authenticity and great care. And this adds depth to both characters and their relationship in a very positive way. Isaiah’s ways of showing love through physical touch and acts of service are beautifully conveyed, enhancing his character’s emotional connects. The book handles mental health issues very well. There are many memorable moments and quotes. Liz’s writing is fantastic. This tale of soulmates finding each other is beautiful and fast – moving.
A touch of empathy, honesty and sweetness is added by Isaiah’s continuous attempts to establish himself as a suitable and worthy husband. Readers are kept interested by the combination of sultry romance, realistic difficulties and miscommunication which happens in most of the relationship these days, and banter. Play Along is a overall good addition to the Windy City Series, demonstrating Liz Tomforde’s skill at writing, character-driven stories.
Talking about memorable quotes and moments in the story, one of them can be observed when Isaiah declare Kennedy as his future wife and again on the other hand, Kennedy running eight blocks in the rain to be with Isaiah during a storm.
These moments shows their deep connection and the love and support they carry for each other. The epilogue at the very end, in which Kennedy conveyed her heartfelt gift to Isaiah, wraps up their beautiful and mesmerizing journey, and as a reader you can fill both joy and satisfaction at the same time.
In overall essence, this book is a perfect blend of romance, fun banter and love and hate relationship. Isaiah and Kennedy’s story is one of soulmates finding each other against all odds, making readers feel every bit of their journey. Liz’s writing shines through, creating a narrative that is both touching and unforgettable. According to some fans and readers this can easily be the best book in Windy City series.
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Play Along by Liz Tomforde Summary
Isaiah, initially perceived as a man with a manwhore ( playboy) persona, surprises readers with his genuine, obsessive love for Kennedy without getting toxic. He is shown as a sensitive, fun and chilling-kind of guy character, paying close attention to the little things and always putting Kennedy’s needs first.
The story kicks off with a unique and fun twist: a drunken marriage that turns into a marriage of convenience. This novel has numerous heartfelt and tears dropping moments. Isaiah’s over obsessive commitment to Kennedy is evident from the start, from him buying her new shoes when her feet hurt to fighting against her boss and family for her to faking things for her promotion even though it means she might move away from him. His actions show deep, unconditional love for her, making him one of the most caring characters in the Windy City series.
Kennedy, on the other hand, she is a smart and confident woman who grows even more confident throughout the story. Her commitment to succeed in a male-dominated field of sports and her small – small working for perfection tendencies make her more relatable. She can be one of the most compelling characters from the series.
The relationship between Isaiah and his sister Kai adds another star moment of the book. This sibling dynamic duo adds a pinch of salt in the 5 star dish of familial love and emotion to the story. Also the shift in the Isaiah’s character from the previous books to his growing personality, making his actions and growth believable and relatable. The book also features cameos from beloved characters in earlier books, enriching the novel with a sense of continuity and family vibes. Fans of strong heroines and sports romance will really love this book.
Can I read Play Along as a standalone?
Yes all the novels in Windy City Series are standalone stories but in the same friend group, so each book can be read separately and has a different couple.Â
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