Jacob by Christina Benjamin

Jake and Stacy aren’t looking for love, but fate and football have other plans.

Jake Eckhart is known for two things . . . football and women. The Hartbreak Kid, as he’s known by the throngs of ladies that scream his name at every game, is New York’s golden boy. The NFL star is living the dream, until it turns into a nightmare. The sudden death of his older sister, thrusts Jake into the role of ‘insta-dad’ as he finds himself raising her 6 year-old-son. But how can he help Ryan when he can’t even deal with his own devastating grief?

Stacy Davis has dreamed of being a teacher her whole life. She’s finally landed her dream job at Manhattan’s prestigious St. James Academy. But she may never get to mold any young minds if her principal keeps tightening her leash. He’s expressly told her not to speak to any of the celebrity parents. But she can’t exactly ignore Ryan Eckhart’s cry for help, especially not after the instant connection she has with his troubled uncle.

Parenting was never part of Jake’s plan. So when he meets Ryan’s adorable new teacher he’s desperate to enlist her help. Without her, there’s no way he can balance his career and his nephew. Stacy’s attraction to Jake is instant and before long she finds herself risking her job to help him. They both realize there could be more on the line than their careers. But going the distance for love will require a leap of faith. Can Stacy trust the notorious player, or will The Hartbreak Kid break her heart?