Thirty Love
A Novel
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- 13,99 €
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- 13,99 €
Publisher Description
Things heat up on and off the court for two tennis rivals in this steamy debut gay sports rom-com, perfect for fans of TJ Alexander and Rachel Reid.
American tennis star Leo Chambers is determined to win the US Open by thirty, the age when many players feel retirement looming. He’s just a year away from that dreaded birthday, but he can’t find his focus—considering he hasn’t told anyone he’s gay, he’s clashing with his strict coach (who also happens to be his dad), and he still can’t figure out how to beat his longtime nemesis on tour, Gabe Montoya, who, well, hits different. Gabe is playing better than ever, and Leo can’t seem to escape him—and maybe he doesn’t want to escape him.
Leo’s other obstacle is Sascha Volkov, a Russian legend who has such a powerful influence on the tennis world, he would destroy Leo’s career if he found out that he’s gay.
No distractions, Leo reminds himself. But when Gabe makes a shocking announcement, Leo is thrown off his game—in more ways than one. Ready? Play.
Thirty Love is a must-read for fans of queer sports romances like Heated Rivalry.
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
The thrill of competition takes on a whole new meaning in this sultry queer rom-com set in the pro tennis world. Firmly in the closet, Leo Chambers has a lifelong goal of winning the U.S. Open. But his most recent attempt was upended by his longtime nemesis, Gabe Montoya, who just became the only openly gay player on tour. When the relationship between the rivals takes on a different flavour—sweet, sticky, and complicated—careers and hearts are both on the line. Author Tom Vellner immerses their romance in the high-stakes professional tennis scene, using real settings and details to make the pressures feel extra intense. We loved Leo’s supportive team, especially his father, a former tennis pro battling multiple sclerosis. But what drives the story most is the irrepressible passion between Leo and Gabe. We loved the propulsive serve-and-volley rhythm of the action—on court and off.
