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The Red Zone (The Summerville Sports Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Amie Knight (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,617 ratings
They say the red zone is the hardest place to score.
But for me, those last twenty yards were my sweet spot.
They didn't call me Lukas "Last Minute Lucy" Callihan for nothing.
I was at the top of my game...until life sacked me harder than any linebacker ever could.
Losing my mom was devastating and left me as the sole person responsible for my little sister.

Taking care of Ella and juggling my career was like playing the hardest game of my life. 
My only saving grace was Scarlett Knox, Ella's sexy, red-headed, no-nonsense teacher. 
She loved Ella. She hated me. 
She thought I sucked at this parenting thing, and she wasn’t wrong. 
But whenever she was around I got the same earth-shattering, heart-stopping feeling I did when I was only twenty yards from the goal line.
She made me feel like I was back in the red zone, a place I’d never fumbled.
Until now. 
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  4. Publication date
    May 28, 2019
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"A moving and memorable tale, The Red Zone is pure Amie Knight. She's at the top of her game, doing what she does best, telling a larger-than-life, grandly romantic Southern-rooted love story bursting with heart, heat, humor and hope. " ―Danielle Palumbo, Red Cheeks Reads

"Amie Knight proved once again why she's an automatic one-click for the hopeless romantics like us and YOU!" ― TotallyBooked

"The Red Zone by Amie Knight is one of the most special stories I have EVER read." ―Megan, The Never Ending Book Basket

"I think, no I know that The Red Zone just moved up to my favorite book of 2019. This book is packed full of emotions, laugh out loud moments and a love that will grab your heart!" ―Andrea, Goodreads Reviewer

"The Red Zone is a story that is more than I ever imagined, filled with so many endearing moments, it pulled at all of my emotions. Amie Knight is a true master." ―Kay Daniels Romance

"The Red Zone is a beautiful, moving story of familial love and breathtaking romance that will warm even the most stone cold heart." ―Mary Dubé, Happily Mary After

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Chris Chambers provides a deep and sexy voice for all of the adult titles that he narrates. With a truly engaging voice, Chris will have you hooked from the beginning of the book to the closing credits.

Amie Knight has been a reader for as long as she could remember and a romance lover since she could get her hands on her momma's books. She is the author of Beneath His Stars, In Her Space, See Through Heart, Steel Heart, An Imperfect Heart, and The Line.

Em Eldridge's audiobook career really began when her little sister was born and she started reading to her. Em has narrated over 100 titles and has earned an Earphones Award from AudioFile magazine and a Voice Arts Award. She loves playing the piano and singing along when no one's listening.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07SG143CJ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (May 28, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 28, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.5 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 217 pages
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USA Today bestselling author Amie Knight has been a reader for as long as she could remember and a romance lover since she could get her hands on her momma's books. She’s a dedicated wife and mother with a deep love of music, makeup, and house plants. When she isn't reading and writing, you can catch her jamming out in the car with her two kids and husband to '90s R&B, country, and showtunes. Amie draws inspiration from her childhood in Columbia, South Carolina, and can't imagine living anywhere other than the South.

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39 customers mention "Readability"39 positive0 negative

Customers enjoyed the book. They found the characters warm and funny, with special needs humans being the best part. It was one of their favorite books this year, full of emotions and love. The story surpassed their expectations, with a well-done happy ending.

"...to Ms. Knight for creating a special needs teenager, because Ella is sassy, funny, adorable and larger than life, and her character provides some..." Read more

"I really enjoyed this read. Both the H and the h were well-written and pretty relatable in some way or another...." Read more

"...This is a sweet story that is thoroughly enjoyable." Read more

"...I really enjoyed reading this book and I cannot wait for the next book in the series...." Read more

37 customers mention "Story quality"37 positive0 negative

Customers enjoyed the story. They found it heartwarming, relatable, and a sweet read with a good mix of content and humor. The story was told in both POVs and they loved the author's choice to share it with them.

"...Mason also bears mentioning because he's so terrific with Ella – sweet and gentle but pretty much a big kid with her (okay, and with everybody else)...." Read more

"...Both the H and the h were well-written and pretty relatable in some way or another. I really liked how Luk stepped up from very early on...." Read more

"...He struggles with giving Ella all she needs. Scarlett/Lettie is kind, loving, dependable, and witty. She is good with Ella, who is a joy...." Read more

"...The story was told in both POV’s and I loved the fact that the writer shared with us how young Scarlett and young Lukas met...." Read more

24 customers mention "Character development"24 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters and their development. They find it easy to connect with them, especially Scarlett's character and Luk's. The author touches on relatable themes, like family relationships and emotions. The banter between Scarlett and Luk is also appreciated.

"...funny, adorable and larger than life, and her character provides some fantastic humorous scenes...." Read more

"...I also enjoyed Scarlett but not to the same extent. While she was amazing with Ella and as a special needs teacher, her attitude toward Luk about "..." Read more

"...He struggles with giving Ella all she needs. Scarlett/Lettie is kind, loving, dependable, and witty. She is good with Ella, who is a joy...." Read more

"...It was fast-paced, had wonderful characters, and was well written...." Read more

18 customers mention "Emotional content"18 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the emotional content of the book. They find it heartwarming, poignant, and tender-hearted. The story makes them cry happy tears and mend their hearts.

"...This is a sweet, poignant, feel-good, second chance romance with the perfect balance of heart, heat and humor...." Read more

"...How the writer did it, I don’t know but she played with my emotions in every chapter and I loved every minute of it!..." Read more

"...A heartwarming story that will break your heart but also mend it...." Read more

"...get some sexual tension, some sexy times, a few laughs, lots of heart pulling emotions and a boat load of love in this book...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's humor and find it engaging. They appreciate the well-written characters and the respect for women in the story.

"...Knight for creating a special needs teenager, because Ella is sassy, funny, adorable and larger than life, and her character provides some fantastic..." Read more

"I really enjoyed this read. Both the H and the h were well-written and pretty relatable in some way or another...." Read more

"...Scarlett/Lettie is kind, loving, dependable, and witty. She is good with Ella, who is a joy...." Read more

"...It was fast-paced, had wonderful characters, and was well written...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's portrayal of love. They find the characters sweet, gentle, and sensitive.

"...also bears mentioning because he's so terrific with Ella – sweet and gentle but pretty much a big kid with her (okay, and with everybody else)...." Read more

"...I loved that about him. He was so sweet and sensitive but still strong (more beta than alpha). He was just the perfect brother and boyfriend...." Read more

"...Such a great read and got me right in the feels!!" Read more

"...So many feels. Lukas and scarlett and ella were perfect. Side characters were not as in depth but they added to the story...." Read more

6 customers mention "Family bond"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the family bond in the book. They find the relationship between a brother and sister heartwarming. The author is described as a true family man who values women.

"...He was just the perfect brother and boyfriend. And Scarlett, she’s a wonderful character too!..." Read more

"...I loved the banter between Scarlett and Lukas, the relationships between siblings and the emotional connection through life altering events...." Read more

"...Enjoyed the sweet, emotional, family and respect for woman written in the novel. Can't wait to read book two of the series." Read more

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5 customers mention "Heart"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's heart. They find it has a good balance of warmth, humor, and kindness.

"...author is one I can always count on to infuse her stories with a huge dose of heart, and she certainly delivered with The Red Zone!..." Read more

"...I loved her feisty character, her clumsiness and her big and kind heart. Scarlett and Lukas were really a fantastic pair...." Read more

"I loved this book. It has so much heart in it. I just loved Lukas & Scarlett’s story. They meant when Scarlett was only 14 year old...." Read more

"...and the chemistry between the heroine and hero ugh I cant so much heart in the book. So many feels. Lukas and scarlett and ella were perfect...." Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars “Just Like Then, His Soul Called to Mine and All I Could Do Was Answer.”
    Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2019
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    When she was fourteen, Scarlett Knox tutored the star of the football team, Lukas Callihan, in French. Despite their four year age difference, a friendship developed, only for Luk to leave at the end of his senior year, taking Scarlett's heart with him. Ten years later, he's back home, taking a trade to a lower ranked NFL team to become the guardian to his special needs sister, Ella, when their mother dies unexpectedly. Now, playing football is only a job. His sister is his top priority, but he feels like he's failing at caring for her.

    This author is one I can always count on to infuse her stories with a huge dose of heart, and she certainly delivered with The Red Zone! Not only are Luk's struggles and feelings of inadequacy in caring for Ella authentic and endearing, but Scarlett's need to protect her heart is believable and completely understandable. The dips and turns of their getting-reacquainted dance are delightfully entertaining, cementing my interest and ensuring my heart was 100% invested in their story. But with all of her carefulness and prickliness towards Luk in the first part of the story, Scarlett is a wonderful support and encouragement to him when he really needs it. As much as she tries to protect her heart, it’s hard to protect something she gave away years ago. Luk and Scarlett are amazing together in every way, and they may just be my new favorite rom-com couple!

    Then there’s Ella, as well as Luk's teammate, which I can’t help but comment on. Kudos to Ms. Knight for creating a special needs teenager, because Ella is sassy, funny, adorable and larger than life, and her character provides some fantastic humorous scenes. Mason also bears mentioning because he's so terrific with Ella – sweet and gentle but pretty much a big kid with her (okay, and with everybody else). Luk doesn’t have an easy time integrating into his new team, not that he puts any effort into getting to know the guys. But Mason is just stubborn enough that he won't be put off, and he charges his way into Luk and Ella’s life, making himself right at home. And largely due to Mason’s stubbornness, Luk realizes he's not quite as alone in the world as he thought, and he has more family than he realized.

    This is a sweet, poignant, feel-good, second chance romance with the perfect balance of heart, heat and humor. I fell toes over nose for all of these characters and can’t wait to read more! (Please tell me Mason gets his story after Scarlett's brother, Ms. Knight!) If you like a sports romance with characters that are perfectly flawed with hearts of gold, and one that will squeeze your heart while making you laugh, you’ll love Luk and Scarlett's story!

    *I reviewed an advance copy of this book freely and voluntarily, having made no commitment to provide a review and receiving no compensation of any kind from any source for this review.
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  • kdospoy
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable read
    Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2019
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    I really enjoyed this read. Both the H and the h were well-written and pretty relatable in some way or another. I really liked how Luk stepped up from very early on. He wasnt the stuffed ego dumb jock. He really valued his family first. And his dedication to football was as promise to his dad. His live for Ella was beyond amazing and something you don't read about often. The way he stepped up, putting his own life on hold and putting Ella first was an amazing thing. I definitely enjoyed Luk.
    I also enjoyed Scarlett but not to the same extent. While she was amazing with Ella and as a special needs teacher, her attitude toward Luk about "leaving" her was pretty ridiculous and petty. I get at 14 she would have not had the emotional capacity to fully understand all that entailed bit after 10 years to still be harboring resentment for him going away to school and having a career like he somehow left her high and dry was stupid. And how she kept in a way flirting and reeling him in and then pushing back like he should get her reticence was not reasonable. And that she said she needed to maintain some "upper hand" or control over him had me cringing. Why does anyone need the upper hand or control over another? That seems childish and shows a lack of true love for the other person. I liked her in parts but she just seemed more wishy washy than I liked overall. He was much more forthcoming and yet she still seemed confused about his intentions because he didn't word it exactly right? I mean give the guy a break!
    And the whole thing with the aunt never really seemed to have much resolution. I would have liked to see more in that regard.
    Is there a continuation to what happens between Ollie and Hazel? That seemed left open for no reason too.
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  • C. Potts
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet Thoroughly Enjoyable Novel
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2022
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    Lukas “Last Minute Lucy” was at the top of his game until life sacked him harder than any linebacker ever could. Losing his mom was devastating and left him as the sole responsible person for his little sister. Taking care of Ella and juggling his career was like playing the hardest game of his life. His only savings grace was Ella’s sexy, red headed, no-nonsense teacher, Scarlett. She loved Ella and hated Lucas. She thought Lukas sucked at parenting, and Lukas did not think she was wrong. Whenever Scarlett was around, Lukas got the same earth-shattering, heart-stopping feeling he did when he was only 20 yards from the goal line. She made him feel like he was in back in the red zone, a place he had never fumbled until now. - Lukas is strong and dependable. He struggles with giving Ella all she needs. Scarlett/Lettie is kind, loving, dependable, and witty. She is good with Ella, who is a joy. I liked Scarlett’s reminiscing about her school days with Lukas. His efforts to woo Scarlett were entertaining. This is a sweet story that is thoroughly enjoyable.
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  • TLynn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful start to the series
    Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2022
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    The Red Zone is the first book in the Summerville Sports series by Amie Knight. I recently discovered this author and once I started reading this book, I become a big fan. It was fast-paced, had wonderful characters, and was well written. It drew me in from the beginning and I could not put the book down until I finished. It was a heartbreaking story but left me smiling in the end.
    Lukas had a heart of gold and was such a wonderful guy. My heart broke because he had such doubts about his capabilities of raising his special-needs sister. He was so understanding and patient with Ella and his love for her was undoubted. Scarlett's genuine care for her students touched my heart.
    I really enjoyed reading this book and I cannot wait for the next book in the series.
    I borrowed this book from Kindle and am voluntarily leaving a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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  • Sami
    5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
    Reviewed in Canada on January 24, 2022
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    I loved this book. What awesome characters and story. It. Real feel good book and if you’re at a place in your life like I am where anxiety is rearing it’s ugly head you just might find respite as I did.
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  • Silvana
    4.0 out of 5 stars Cute!
    Reviewed in Spain on October 31, 2022
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    I enjoyed reading this one. It was cute and adorable!
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  • Buba
    4.0 out of 5 stars Boa pedida para quem procura um romance doce
    Reviewed in Brazil on December 30, 2019
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    The Red Zone foi meu primeiro contato com esta autora.
    É uma obra que une vários temas de sucesso: slow burn/segunda chance/professora-atleta, classificado como
    um romance contemporâneo mas traz um pouco da atmosfera de New Adult. Os protagonistas são jovens, em torno de 25-27, e a heroína é, de uma certa forma, um pouco inocente e inexperiente.
    É um romance agradável, com um bom time de personagens secundários que aparecem nos momentos certos e impulsionam a história adiante. Méritos para as cenas com Ella, a melhor personagem do romance, a trama sem enrolação (apesar de custar a pegar embalos nos primeiros capítulos) e a ausência de drama desnecessário.
    Momentos alegres e doces alternam com cenas um pouco emocionais fazendo um mix interessante.
    Ideal para quem aprecia romances doces com personagens que parecem gente de verdade.
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  • Imhotep1th
    5.0 out of 5 stars 5 stars for Lucy and Red and Ells
    Reviewed in Germany on April 3, 2020
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    I just love how easy and sweet this story was to read and on the contrary how cristal clear the struggle with fears and self doubt was crafted.
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  • gorgieb29
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in Australia on December 11, 2020
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    This is a easy book to read , loved the characters they where sweet and funny and very relatable and anyone wanting a good read should sooo read this book.
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