Deep Desire

Injured Player. Live-In Trainer. Forced Proximity.

He’s sworn off attachment. She’s the one temptation he can’t escape.

After a career-threatening injury, wide receiver Gabe Murphy is determined to prove he still belongs in the league. Starting over with a new team means keeping his focus sharp—and his emotions firmly locked down.

Especially when it comes to his beautiful new athletic trainer.

Zoe Reynolds sees the frustration and fear hiding behind Gabe’s cocky grin and chiseled body. Helping him heal is her job. Falling for him is not—no matter how close they’re forced to get when circumstances bring them under the same roof.

As recovery strips away defenses, both are forced to confront the demons they’ve been running from. Winning on the field means nothing if they lose each other.

A sexy, emotionally charged sports romance about healing, trust, and finding love when you least expect it.

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About the Going Deep Series

Going Deep is a contemporary sports romance series about professional football players navigating love under pressure. Each book blends career ambition, emotional vulnerability, and second chances into passionate, feel-good love stories.

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⭐ What readers are saying

“If you’re looking for a hot, sexy, emotional read, Virna DePaul delivers!”

“This is an author whose work continues to delight.”

“…intense, intricate, and insomnia-inducing.”

“Steamy, heart-warming, and action-packed!”

“The twists and turns of the fast-paced plot are delightful.”
--Publisher’s Weekly (Starred Review)

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📚 Going Deep Series

Each book can be read as a standalone, but the series is best enjoyed in order.

Down Deep
Royally Deep
Deep Inside
Deep Desire