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Chess Not Checkers: a sweet college romance (RomCom University Book 1)
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Jasmine Chamberlain is determined to make her family proud by excelling as a student, a cheerleader, and a chess prodigy. Her disciplined life hits a major snag, however, when she joins the university chess club and finds herself paired with Shepherd Kingsley. He is an arrogant, flirtatious star quarterback who has an annoying habit of pushing her buttons—and, most infuriatingly, he is actually better at the game than she is. Shepherd is fighting his own battle, desperate to step out from beneath the shadow of his famous, undefeated brother. He is laser-focused on shattering every record his sibling set, but his rigid plan for success is derailed the moment he meets Jasmine. While he is instantly drawn to her fiery wit, he faces a significant obstacle: the university strictly forbids him from dating cheerleaders, and he cannot afford to risk his spot on the team. This rivals-to-lovers college romance delivers plenty of sizzle without the spice. Through clever banter and growing vulnerability, Jasmine and Shepherd discover that their connection goes far deeper than a chess board. Perfect for fans of sports, academia, and found family, this story is a captivating start to the RomCom University series.
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