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" Playing Hard to Get " by Monica Murphy is a contemporary college sports romance that serves as the first book in The Players series. It focuses on the opposites-attract romance between a quiet, studious bookworm and a popular,, charming football star.
When Knox struggles with his college work, he seeks tutoring and is paired with Joanne, forcing them to spend time together. Playing Hard to Get by Monica Murphy
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As they get closer, particularly in the library, their "strictly business" relationship turns into a serious romance, with Knox trying to prove he is more than just a jock. Book Details for the next books in The Players series
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