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The Hotshot

By: Piper Rayne
Narrated by: JF Harding, CJ Bloom, Teddy Hamilton, Sean Masters, Connor Crais, Erin Mallon, Willa Jaymes, Meg Sylvan, Austin Stone
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Raising my cousin’s three kids wasn’t in my five-year plan.

Actually, it wasn’t in any plan.

One minute I’m a single labor and delivery nurse living a quiet life and the next, I’m navigating guardianship hearings, meltdowns, and homework I’m pretty sure requires a math degree.

Enter Hayes Carlisle.

My best friend’s older brother.

Chicago Colts newest catcher.

And the man I once kissed and immediately pretended I didn’t.

So, when the custody battle I’ve been dreading becomes a reality, I shouldn’t be surprised that Hayes swoops in with a wild idea—a fake relationship. According to him, pretending we’re together will polish his image and prove to the court I’m not taking on an instant family alone.

But pretending to be Hayes’ girlfriend is a terrible idea.

Because he remembers how to make me laugh.

Because he looks at me like our kiss wasn’t a one-time mistake.

Because the kids start asking him to read bedtime stories.

Because my heart starts wanting things my life doesn’t have room for.

I can manage the chaos. I can fight for these kids.

But pretending not to fall for Hayes Carlisle?

That might be the one thing I can’t do.

©2026 Piper Rayne Inc. (P)2026 Piper Rayne Inc. Contemporary Romantic Comedy Sports Heartfelt
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This first story in this series was a lot to take in . What they were going through . to being a family all at once . To keeping them together three little humans they were now I charge of . Finding their love that was always there but denied for so long . Plus some hot baseball ⚾️ players it’s a hoot 😝 always love ruby she never disappoints . Can’t wait for more . ✨💞💜💞✨

Awesome 💞✨

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This audiobook had me completely hooked from the start. Hayes and Leighton were EVERYTHING and I honestly flew through it. The mix of fake dating, best friend’s brother tension, found family vibes and all the emotional moments was done so well! I love Piper’s writing style. Hayes showing up for her and the kids absolutely melted me 🥹

The narration made this even MORE addictive! Every emotion hit harder and the chemistry felt so real. I laughed, got emotional, kicked my feet and genuinely loved every second of this story. Very swoony and ended on such a high note!

Piper Rayne absolutely nailed the balance between heartwarming and spicy and now I’m desperate for the next book already. Easily one of my favourite audio romances this year!

Obsessed!

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Oh my god, loved this book. It has so much humour had me chuckling at times, i’m glad the FL was able to move on from her past and except the love she deserved. This book shows you never know someone really, you only see what they want you to see. When we found out about what the best friend that passed away did but never talked to the FL about had my mind blown and leaving me with so many questions about the kids and why. I think we all know that the Uncle never really wanted the kids it was his wife seeing as they couldn’t have any together. This is book 1 of 4 and I’ll be continuing the series. Definitely recommend for a read.

Loved it, wow

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OH MY GOD! Do not read this book any other way! Audiobook is THE ONLY OPTION.

I went in expecting a fun baseball romance and came out completely obsessed with this little family.

The found family was everything. I loved watching Leighton navigate suddenly becoming guardian to her nieces and nephews, but it was Hayes who completely stole my heart.
He became the glue that pulled them all together. Bringing some order to the chaos, balancing everyone out and quietly becoming exactly what this adorable little family needed.

Watching Hayes and Leighton fall in love while the five of them slowly became a family was so incredibly sweet.

This was such a warm, emotional start to the series and had me immediately reaching for book two.

If I could give this cast 10 stars.... I would

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I had a tough time connecting with this one, I dont know why but it took half the book before I was invested. While I LOVE both the narrators, I am finding as a duo I just dont enjoy it as much. Individually incredible, together in a duet, not so much.

A bit slow but sped up

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