A reformed player, a fake relationship, Christmas romance, AND a football player who’s basically a golden retriever? SIGN ME UP!
While Eggnog & End Zones isn’t part of a series, this isn’t Clay’s first appearance in a Lisa Suzanne romance. He originally appeared in Tempting the Tight End, part of the Nash Brothers series. Naturally, my curiosity got the better of me, and I snagged the first book in that series (narrated by Kelsey Navarro!). I’ll eventually make my way to Clay’s introduction!
Can we talk about Desi for a second?! Because HOW FREAKING MATURE IS SHE?! Her bestie is dating her ex, and she has absolutely zero issues with it. Not counting high school relationships, I’m not sure I’d be nearly as cool about that situation. I was legitimately impressed by her! And even though she isn’t a main character, she sort of saves the day. Desi deserves some serious recognition!
Now, Clay and Addison have technically met before, but they get their own little meet-cute when Addison has a rather unfortunate spilling incident at a catering gig involving another football player. From there, she ends up taking a job helping Clay prepare for the holidays. We’re talking decorating his house, getting him into the Christmas spirit, and pretending to be his girlfriend. I bet you can guess how THAT arrangement turns out.
I absolutely adored these two! Honestly, they’re two of my favorite romance leads I’ve read in a while. Addison reminded me so much of myself, which made it easy to connect with her. And Clay? He’s a total golden retriever who apparently transforms into a tiger in the bedroom. The man is sweet, charming, and completely lovable… until he fumbles the ball when it comes to their relationship. (I cried REAL tears people!) Thankfully, he eventually gets his head in the game, and we get the HEA we deserve!
This was my first Lisa Suzanne book AND my first experience with the best friend’s ex trope, and I’d call both a major success. I love a reformed bad boy, I love Christmas romance, and I especially love when the characters make me genuinely invested in their happiness.
Five stars and a HIGHLY enthusiastic recommendation! ⭐️
📖 Eggnog & End Zones
✍️ Lisa Suzanne
🎁 Provided by Valentine PR
📅 Release: 11/12/26
🏁 Finished: 11/08/26
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