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Hard to Handle: An enemies to lovers, second chance, hockey romance (The Play Hard Series (The Kincade Sisters) Book 1) Kindle Edition

by K. Bromberg (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 3,824 ratings
New York Times bestselling author K. Bromberg is back with an all new second-chance, standalone hockey romance.

At first, the request seemed simple—sign a new athlete to the agency.

Then I found out the new athlete was none other than the most wanted man in hockey today: Hunter Maddox.

Gifted. Sexy. At the top of his game. And the only man who has ever broken my heart.

If signing him will help save our family business, I’ll swallow my pride and do what’s asked.

But when it becomes clear his uncharacteristic antics off the ice are a hint of something deeper, keeping things strictly professional between us becomes more than complicated. But I know better than to cross that line.

I’ll never date a client. Not even for him.

***

Win the Stanley Cup and do it before time runs out.

Not a small feat, but it’s what’s motivated me since the start of my career.

And time is running out.

Enter Dekker Kincade.
Feisty. Dogged. Damn gorgeous. The one I let get away.

I have no idea why she’s traveling with the team, but hell if resisting her is going to be easy.

But I have a job to do, and I refuse to lose sight of that end game. Even if she confuses me. Even if she sees parts of me I’ve hidden from the world.

I can’t lose focus. Not even for her.


Are you ready to fall for the Kincade sisters and the men who love them in K. Bromberg's sexy, contemporary, sports romance series? These books can all be read as standalones, but you’ll enjoy reading them as a series!

Hard to Handle (Hunter & Dekker's story - hockey romance)
Hard to Hold (Rush & Lennox's story - soccer romance)
Hard to Score (Drew & Brexton's story - football romance)
Hard to Lose (Gunner & Chase's story - baseball romance)
Hard to Love (Finn & Stevie's story)
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Hard to Handle, Hockey romance, sports romance, second chance romance, K. Bromberg
Hard to Handle, Hockey romance, sports romance, second chance romance, K. Bromberg
Hard to Handle, Hockey romance, sports romance, second chance romance, K. Bromberg

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"A new K. Bromberg book means I will be up all night, captivated, and unable to put down her sexy emotional words..." - #1 New York Times bestselling author, Lauren Blakely


"K. Bromberg flawlessly delivers perfection in this heartbreaking, passionate, and beautiful story." USA Today bestselling author, Kathy Coopmans

". . .an emotionally charged second chance/sports romance." - NessReads

"I was glued to the pages, put through the ringer of emotion, and SO FREAKING INVESTED." - Dirty Girl Romance

"This book consumed me in the best possible way . . . Kristy's writing is impeccable" - Jennifer, Goodreads Reviewer

". . . get ready for a hell of a ride." - Bellaorev Books

"A second chance love story wrapped in a hockey sports romance that I couldn't put down!" - She Reads Romance

". . . beautiful, emotional and full of chemistry." - Book Addict Reviews

" . . . this book will have your thinking of their story for days after your done" - Stephanie, Goodreads reviewer

". . . a slow burn romance that starts as a smolder and quickly turns into an inferno." - Blushing Babes Up All Night

"Kristy at her best." - 4TLO Reading

"A true 5 star read which had moments which are hauntingly tender, humor and that extra something that Ms Bromberg brings to all her books." - Alicia, Goodreads reviewer

"K Bromberg brings us yet another tortured hero to fall in love with!!" - Give Me Books

"A crazy emotional journey . . . K. Bromberg starts her new series with a bang" - Alba and Her Secrets

"If you love sports romance novels, is the perfect book to read!" - Camille, Goodreads reviewer

"This book was an emotional roller coaster I didn't see coming!" - Nanda, Goodreads reviewer

"These characters and their story will own you." - Book Addict

"K. Bromberg really didn't hold anything back when she wrote this book." - Brigid, Goodreads reviewer

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0841FN9X4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ JKB Publishing, LLC
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 30, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.9 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 328 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1942832218
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  • Book 1 of 5 ‏ : ‎ The Play Hard Series (The Kincade Sisters)
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New York Times Bestselling author K. Bromberg writes contemporary romance novels that contain a mixture of sweet, emotional, a whole lot of sexy, and a little bit of real. She likes to write strong heroines and damaged heroes, who we love to hate but can’t help to love.

A mom of three, she plots her novels in between school runs, sports practices, and figuring out how to navigate parenting teenagers (send more wine!). More often than not, she does all of this with her laptop in tow, and her mind daydreaming of the current hero she is writing.

Since publishing her first book on a whim in 2013, Kristy has sold over two million copies of her books across twenty different countries and has landed on the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestsellers lists over thirty times. Her Driven trilogy has been adapted for film and is available on the streaming platform Passionflix as well as Amazon.

You can find out more about Kristy, her books, or just chat with her on any of her social media accounts. The easiest way to stay up to date on new releases and upcoming novels is to sign up for her newsletter or follow her on Bookbub.

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Customers love this romance book, praising its engrossing storylines and visual writing style. The characters are well-developed, particularly the feisty heroine, and the book features a unique "enemies to lovers" plot. Customers describe the book as beautiful and full of emotions, with one review highlighting the growth in intimacy between the characters. The chemistry between Dekker and Hunter receives positive feedback, with one customer noting how their bond and love feel invincible. While customers find the book very hard to put down, opinions about its difficulty to handle are mixed.

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129 customers mention "Love story"129 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the love story in this book, describing it as an amazing read with a great couple and engrossing storylines.

"Hard to Handle is a moving love story between two characters who are both very vulnerable and strong...." Read more

"...Dekker's especially. Loved the relationship she had with her father and her sisters. LOVED the updates/statuses...." Read more

"...Once again Kristy has left me in total awe of her ability to weave a story that not only captures your heart but leaves a little piece of the story..." Read more

"...It’s a slow burn romance that focuses on the emotional connection, because these two already know they have zero problems in the bedroom...." Read more

90 customers mention "Emotional content"87 positive3 negative

Customers find the book emotionally engaging, with plenty of angst and heart-wrenching moments that make them cry. One customer describes the emotional journey from anger to hate to healing to love.

"...There is also sensitive treatment of the ongoing grief and guilt experienced by the people responsible for the ongoing care of a severely disabled..." Read more

"...That’s exactly how I felt about this one in the first half; it’s deeply emotional and so well written, but this couple will really get on your..." Read more

"...The anger is real and almost substantial with how K. writes but the love is overwhelming and sweet. Thanks for the escape.❤️" Read more

"...This was one book with all the feels. From anger to hate to healing to love. I lost how many time I thought about crying...." Read more

39 customers mention "Writing quality"37 positive2 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it well-crafted and visual, with one customer noting it's not too wordy and another mentioning it's edited to perfection.

"...Somewhere along the way, Bromberg’s skilled writing made their love story get under my skin, and by the end I was fighting back tears because it was..." Read more

"...him perfectly in the book "Complicated and multi-layered, incredibly gifted, a god in the sack, yet troubled by something significant" I don't think..." Read more

"...Their chemistry is magnetic and undeniable. Try as they may to resist, they are powerless to stop the fall...." Read more

"This book was wonderful. So well written with quotes that taught me life lessons just as much as the characters. Highly recommend." Read more

28 customers mention "Character development"28 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, particularly appreciating the feisty heroine, with one customer noting how they were shaped into really awesome people.

"...I'm never very articulate when it comes to in depth reviews. The character build up and depth-I love it...." Read more

"...I love HEAs and this book definitely has that, but its the growth of the characters, and them learning that sometimes you just have to accept that..." Read more

"...This is the book for you. With a strong, feisty heroine and an arrogant hero with a big heart and wounds from his personal life, their road to..." Read more

"...This story had all of my favorite elements- spitfire heroine, banter full of sexual tension, arrogant hero and undeniable chemistry...." Read more

14 customers mention "Romance"14 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, particularly appreciating its unique enemies-to-lovers storyline and the chemistry between Hunter and Dekker. One customer notes the growth in intimacy, while another highlights the engaging banter between the characters.

"...I loved how Bromberg was able to showcase the growth in intimacy, build up the tension until it was at its boiling point, and then let all of the..." Read more

"...She does such a great job of getting Hunter into a good headspace, with the support of a great woman-Dekker...." Read more

"...And don’t get me going on Hunter. He’s such a hot lovable mess...." Read more

"...Hockey romance, second chance and enemies to lovers. Dekker and Hunter...two people who excelled in getting in their own way...." Read more

12 customers mention "Beauty"12 positive0 negative

Customers find the book beautiful, with one describing it as sassy.

"...She is the oldest of four Kincade sisters, gorgeous, full of sass, could give as good as she gets and dedicated to the family business...." Read more

"What a great couple. Funny, sweet and sexy...." Read more

"...forward to reading the rest of this series featuring Dekker’s smart, sassy and strong sisters." Read more

"What a beautiful and passionate book.!! Kristy Bromberg did it again. If you love second chances, sports romances, angsts, passion...." Read more

11 customers mention "Chemistry"11 positive0 negative

Customers praise the chemistry between the characters, with one noting how it arcs like lightning.

"...They were explosive. Their chemistry was like chocolate and peanut butter. They were both dealing with their own hardships...." Read more

"...The push and pull is strong between these two, the chemistry arcs like lightning, and the serious, tender moments are so wonderfully poignant I..." Read more

"...heroine, banter full of sexual tension, arrogant hero and undeniable chemistry...." Read more

"...with them.. Hunter and Dekker have a love hate relationship and a ton of chemistry...." Read more

16 customers mention "Difficulty to handle"6 positive10 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book's readability, with some finding it very hard to put down, while another customer notes that some parts felt forced.

"...rated it higher, but I struggled with some plot points and some of it felt forced (the story with dekkers mom and his brother)...." Read more

"...At they end I cried happy tears. Hands down, Hard to Handle is a MUST read!!..." Read more

"Hard to handle has all the feels! Jonah’s letter to Hunter...omg my heart😭😭 Hunter & Dekk deserve all the tennis balls 🎾 🎾🎾🎾..." Read more

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Lo amé
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Lo amé
Me derretí, morí y volví a nacer con esta lectura. Más allá del amor romántico y pasional, el amor y la lealtad de un hombre a su familia es lo que más me atrapó de la lectura y lo que más amé de Hunter. Él es el gran protagonista de este libro, jugador de hockey, el mejor de la NHL, atractivo, cínico y muy muy HOT. Dekker es una mujer emprendedora e inteligente, que trabaja en el negocio familiar junto a su papá y sus hermanas. Un día su padre le pide que reclute al mejor, a Hunter Maddox. Lo que casi nadie sabe es que ellos tienen un pasado juntos. Ella lo dejó sin marcha atrás y lo que menos quiere es tener contacto nuevamente con él. Mi personaje favorito en el libro fue Hunter. El pasado y su confusión con Dekker hace de Hunter el jugador mala conducta, arrogante y grosero. No supera el que ella lo haya dejado 3 años atrás, y en un punto la convierte en su saco de boxeo y todas sus frustraciones y miedos los descarga en su contra.. sin control de daños. No supera la situación de su hermano, no se perdona lo qué pasó. La culpa y el remordimiento no lo dejan vivir, ni disfrutar de sus logros, ni siquiera los reconoce! Cada capítulo narrado por Hunter que comenzaba con un texto de su padre me desarmaba y hacía a mi corazón llorar de tristeza, rabia y frustración... todo junto. Después de leer la carta de Jonah (el hermano de Hunter) me quebré.. es lo más emotivo que he leído en algún tiempo. Una historia de segundas oportunidades, pasión, amor, deporte, superación y perdón. Fue una excelente elección!!
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  • Colorado Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Touching romance in the NFL
    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025
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    Hard to Handle is a moving love story between two characters who are both very vulnerable and strong. Dekker and Hunter each lost someone very important as teens. Dekker's mother died suddenly and Hunter's brother was paralyzed in an accident. Both are still in a lot of pain and frightened about opening up to getting hurt. The story kicks off when Dekker, a sports agent, is sent to recruit Hunter, an NFL player, as a new client. As a result of an explosive affair previously, the couple already know each other. While Dekker's surface goal is to win a contract, she sees that Hunter is troubled and helps the human he is before the athlete everyone wants. This book balances a pro hockey storyline with touching moments as Dekker helps a burned out player rediscover his joy in the sport and in life. There is also sensitive treatment of the ongoing grief and guilt experienced by the people responsible for the ongoing care of a severely disabled person. Plus, there's a very hot romance.
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  • Mary C.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Loved this Story! 4.75 stars!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2020
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    I was so excited for another Bromberg book. I really loved Hunter and Dekker's stories. Dekker's especially. Loved the relationship she had with her father and her sisters. LOVED the updates/statuses.

    I'm never very articulate when it comes to in depth reviews. The character build up and depth-I love it. I always love seeing the relationships they form with their families, their friends, co-workers, teammates, etc. You really feel a connection with the characters in Kristy's books. There's always something relatable that you can say, hey-they could totally hang with me and my friends. I love that about her books.

    The ONLY reason I didn't give this 5 stars--THE NAMES!!! I know Kristy is always on the lookout for some cool, good names, which is fine. I don't have any issues with the names independently. But there were times where I really had to think who was who. Dekker kept throwing me as a guy. That was just me I'm sure, but it bothered me through the beginning of the characters being established (in mind). I just felt she was trying too hard to be unique (SORRY KRISTY!! I LOVE YOU!!!)

    And yet again, another of her books brought tears to my eyes. I hate you/love you for that.
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  • mary/Delish, Devine and All Mine
    5.0 out of 5 stars PERFECTION, from beginning to end!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2020
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    PERFECTION, from beginning to end!!

    Once again Kristy has left me in total awe of her ability to weave a story that not only captures your heart but leaves a little piece of the story with you!! Hard to Handle will not only steal your breath but leave you needing more! The feels. The emotions. The angst! Heartbreaking at times but just so quintessential Bromberg that you know you will feel sated and your heart full!

    Hard to Handle is a sports romance with a bit of a twist. It starts with the Kincade sisters meeting with their dad to discuss the family business, or lack thereof. After having the competition steal clients from Kincade Sports Management it is time to act to save the business. Divvying up the prospective new clients everything is rolling along until it gets to Dekker. When Dekker has a bomb dropped in her lap. Her Dad assigns her to recruit Hunter Maddox!! The same Hunter Maddox she has history with. The man that broke her heart 3 years earlier that left her walking away from him. But Dekker pulls on her big girl panties and reluctantly accepts the assignment.

    There is so much I loved Dekker’s character! She is the oldest of four Kincade sisters, gorgeous, full of sass, could give as good as she gets and dedicated to the family business. Even with the tough exterior at times she at times wears her heart on her sleeve. So how she will she protect her heart when she is around Hunter?

    Now let us talk Hunter Maddox. Cocky, alpha, chiseled, with a smirky smile that melts panties. He is a hockey god on ice, two-time MVP, at the top of his game, Captain of his team, breaking records, leading his team on their way to win the Stanley Cup. Yet, in spite of all of his accolades, he is a man with a temper, a man who is losing focus, a man who has the weight of the world on his shoulders. Problem is he that while it is evident to teammates and staff that something is going on, he does not see it.

    Hunter:
    “All man. All arrogance, with a hint of boy beneath the surface who’s living out his dream.”

    Then Dekker shows up to travel with the team. She there to check up on her other client and figure out what is going on with Hunter. To break through the barrier that has him spinning so out of control and how to reel him in. Needless to say, it leaves Hunter not only confused but stumped why she is there. And you know it is not going to take long for Hunter to find her. And find her he does at the aftergame hangout. Sitting at the far end of the bar from him talking with one of her clients. Yep, you know exactly how this is going down. Cornering Dekker for a little tit for tat...
    the fun begins.

    Dekker:
    “She’s elegant but feisty, gorgeous but unassuming, composed but so damn infuriating…
    and nothing if not all business.”

    Now that the inevitable has happened Dekker struggles with being present and professional while dealing with unresolved feeling she has for Hunter. What makes it harder is the aura that surrounds Hunter with sadness. Though the sexual tension is obvious neither let their guard down… at least not until they are back at the hotel. When a quick tryst on the way up the elevator ends with a sudden rebuff of Dekker with Hunter walking away this time. Payback’s a biotch!

    Still reeling from the elevator incident Dekker continues her plan to befriend Hunter. Attempting to figure out how she can get through to him so he can find some peace again. Making this even more difficult was the conflict between her true feelings and being professional. How could she help Hunter but still maintain her role as a recruiting sports agent? Especial when they are like freaking dynamite together!!

    This is an absolute smoking hot second chance romance. Filled with lots of heat and surprises.

    Plus a super satisfying and emotional double Epilogue.

    #Sorrynotsorry #Colton #Jack but Hunter is my #1 Bromberg BBF!!

    Definitely ONE CLICK this one!!

    “Giving half a heart is akin to giving someone a broken heart…so give them your whole one instead.”

    #StickSkillFinesse #Madman #Tennisballs #Snowangels #Truth #Maddox
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  • Sylviane
    5.0 out of 5 stars Coup de coeur
    Reviewed in France on January 11, 2021
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    Coup de coeur, c'est un coup de coeur.

    Je ne sais pas pourquoi j'ai attendu tout ce temps pour lire ce 1er tome, mais je me suis lancée.

    Que dire. il y a de l'émotion des deux côtés. Hunter et Dekker paraissent forts, comme si rien ne peut les atteindre mais ils cachent bien leur sentiment.

    Dekker doit tout faire pour sauver l'entreprise familiale. Faire signer Hunter est un défi. Ils ont un passé commun, ils sont sortis ensemble mais elle a fui. Elle a fui lorsqu'elle s'est rendue compte qu'elle était amoureuse de lui. Elle voulait rester maître de ses sentiments, rester cette reine de glace. Mais le revoir après toutes ces années c'est difficile. Elle lui ment par omission, elle ne lui dit pas qu'elle est là pour le faire signer. Alors tout ce qu'elle peut faire c'est de rester dans son sillage, d'être là pour lui, de l'aider du mieux qu'elle peut. Même s'il lui cache son sombre secret, elle essaye de lui montrer pourquoi il est doué au Hockey. Pourquoi il peut gagner la coupe Stanley. Il faut juste qu'il se rappelle pourquoi il aime ce sport. Elle essaye tantbien que mal de résister à cette tentation. Elle a vu son père devenir un bourreau de travail après la mort de leur mère. Elle est devenue une mère pour elles. Toutes les quatre travaillent dans l'entreprise et elles ont perdu le sens du mot famille. Elles sont là pour la compétition. S'attacher à nouveau à Hunter? Cela va à l'encontre de l'éthique. C'est fascinant de toujours mettre le travail en cause alors qu'il y a une simple raison. Elle a vu le chagrin que pouvait occasionner la mort d'un être cher, alors elle refuse de donner une chance à cet amour. Mais cette seconde chance arrive au bon moment. Elle devrait écouter son coeur et ses soeurs. Et elle devrait ne plus culpabiliser pour la mort de sa mère.

    Hunter est devenu un bad boy au fil des années. On dirait qu'il a perdu l'envie de jouer au Hockey. Il entretient des relations difficiles avec son père. Son père qui à chaque fin de match lui envoie des SMS négatifs. Il a beau jouer, il a beau marqué, rien n'est assez bien pour son paternel. Et il encaisse sans rien dire. Il aimerait lui répondre mais il ne peut pas. Il vit le rêve de son frère jumeau. Tout ce qu'il fait il le fait pour lui.

    Au fil de l'histoire, nous apprenons ce qu'il s'est passé. Pourquoi son frère est devenu handicapé? Pourquoi sa famille ne fut plus la même? Sa mère s'occupe jours et nuits de son frère. Son père ne vient pas au match. Son frère était doué. Hunter devait travailler plus pour être à la hauteur. Mais ce ne fut jamais assez bien pour leur père. La culpabilité est une gangrène.

    Sa relation avec Dekker fut la plus belle chose qui lui était arrivé, mais tous les deux se sont voilés la face. Il ne veut pas lui avouer ce secret mais elle le voit. Elle assiste à tous ses matchs, lui remonte le moral, le félicite. Elle le voit tel qu'il devrait se voir. Ils auront beau résister ils risquent de passer une nouvelle fois à côté de l'amour.

    Hunter arrivera-t-il à se pardonner? Arrivera-t-il à gagner la coupe et la fille? Arrivera-t-il à renouer avec ses parents? Arrivera-t-il à retrouver l'amour du jeu? Et surtout comment va-t-il réagir lorsqu'il apprendra que Dekker devait le recruter?

    Dekker va-t-elle faire passer la famille et son travail avant l'amour?

    Parfois il suffit de mettre cartes sur table, pour exposer ses sentiments. Souffrir en silence, se reprocher quelque chose n'est jamais bon.

    Ce fut en conclusion bouleversant. La relation qu'Hunter a avec son frère est un crève coeur. Jonah aime son frère et il est fier de lui. Hunter doit le savoir et en être convaincu.
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  • L beaver
    5.0 out of 5 stars Crikey! This is one great read. Wish I could give it more than 5.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 28, 2023
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    Hunter is the star ice hockey captain known for his fantastic talent but for some reason he seems to have gone off the boil and he is getting a lot of stick from his team, the press and his agent. Dekker is an agent for her fathers company and she and Hunter had a secret affair that was explosive and when she started to feel more she broke off with him. He didnt try to chase her. She is now tasked with trying to sign him up and follows the teams matches with the cover she is seeing her own sign ups. Hunter is a mess, he is sick of his fathers text telling him he is no good after a game, the stress of his brother close to dying and he feels lost. Dekker starts to build him up and tries to understand whats wrong but he is a hard nut to crack. They have a night together and afterwards he is quite sharp with her. She walks away knowing that she is in love with him. Hunter for all his fame is lonely and when things get to much he goes to her. Lovely, lovely story. One of the best romances I have read in a long time.
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  • Natasha Carnes
    5.0 out of 5 stars A million stars
    Reviewed in Australia on July 4, 2020
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    Absolutely loved this book. My heart raced numerous times. You could feel the pain, the emotions good or bad. Absolute must read x
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  • M. Wright
    5.0 out of 5 stars 5 stars for Hard to Handle by K. Bromberg
    Reviewed in Canada on July 18, 2024
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    It was an amazing read for the first book in a series. It's such an amazing storyline. It reads beautifully. Lots of feels in this book. Issues of survivor's guilt, loss of a parent guilt, guilt of not performing at your best, and just being so hard on yourself. Love the trope of lovers to friends but more importantly second chance at love. Dekker is such a badass agent but has so many feelings for Hunter. Hunter is just a mess of feelings. Love that Dekker was able to get the stick out his you know what. They are perfect for each other. Can't wait for the next installment of the Kincade sisters.
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  • The Blonde Book Lover
    4.0 out of 5 stars enemies to lovers
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on July 1, 2020
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Title: Hard to Handle
    Series: Play Hard #1
    Author: K. Bromberg
    Publisher: JKB Publishing
    Edition: Kindle
    Amount of Pages: 360
    Genre: Sports, Contemporary, Romance

    Cliffhanger: No
    HEA/HFN: HEA
    Cheating: No
    Triggerwarnings: No
    Love Triangle: No
    Insta Love/ Insta Lust: No
    Single Parent/Kids/Pregnancy: No

    Date Read: 21-06-2020 - 22-06-2020

    Favorite Quote: I knew that the minute I laid eyes on him. I knew that there was going to be a casualty in all of this. And most likely, it was going to be my heart.

    Review:
    Hard to Handle is a enemies to lovers and second chance romance in one. There is great banter, hot and steamy moments, and lots of depth and character development. Everything you know we'll have in a K. Bromberg novel.

    What is this book about:
    This book is about hockey star Hunter, and sport agent Dekker. They had a fling in the past that ended abruptly when Dekker walked away. Forward a few years later Dekker's father, the owner of the agency asks Dekker to bring in a client. And ofcourse that client just had to be Hunter. Dekkers hopes that this time she will be able to keep things professional and not fall for him, perhaps that their attraction towards each other has died out. That ofcourse isn't the case. Their attractions and spark is as alive as ever.
    Both Hunter and Dekkers are struggling to overcome their anxieties and past. The question is if by doing that they can grow together or grow even further apart.

    What did I like/love:
    I love the depth Kristy infuses into her stories. I love how she shows that it's not just woman that struggle with anxiety and stuff but men as well. She all handles is very realistically and while Hunter could be a real *sshole, I couldn't help but feel for him. My heart broke over how he was ( and is being) treated and how he thinks and feels about himself. When he showed what drove him to his decisions and what made him who he is, just broke my heart.
    Dekker annoyed me at times because I felt like allot could have been avoided. She caused most of her pain herself by her actions and assumptions. The reason I think it hit me most is because I am like that as well. It was great for her to realize that and grow from there. The fear of being hurt shouldn't keep you from living and loving. I loved that message.
    As always the world building was good and there where great supporting characters.

    What did I dislike/hate:
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    Rating:
    4 I loved it Stars
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