{"product_id":"simply-the-best-a-chicago-stars-novel-isbn-9780063248571","title":"Simply the Best: A Chicago Stars Novel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"The queen of the football romance is not Taylor Swift. It’s Susan Elizabeth Phillips.\"—\u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e#1 New York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling author Susan Elizabeth Phillips returns with the next book in her Chicago Stars series, a witty romantic comedy where a successful sports agent and the sister of his biggest client engage in a take-no-prisoners battle of the sexes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrett Rivers is the hottest sports agent in the business—fast and furious, swift and deadly. Failure? Not an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRory Garrett is—let’s be honest—a disaster. She has a big heart, an empty bank account, a passion for making exquisite chocolate, and a huge inferiority complex from living in the shadow of Brett’s most important client, her football legend brother.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrett and Rory should never have met, and they absolutely, positively should never have had to deal with the consequences of a disastrous one-night stand…one disastrous lie…one career in jeopardy…one missing football player…and a very dead body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt’s going to get messy…and dangerous…and heartbreaking…and sexy. To Rory, Brett represents skewed values and a devious mind. To Brett, Rory is forbidden fruit, off limits, do not disturb, and no entry—definitely no entry in this high-stakes romantic suspense.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA woman who has succeeded at nothing and a man who’s succeeded at everything confront the challenge of their lives as they struggle with themselves and each other. When it comes to love—what price are any of us willing to pay to be simply the best?  \u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“Susan is the absolute queen of contemporary romance.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e#1 New York Times bestselling author Kristin Hannah\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“I always laugh my head off when I read Susan Elizabeth Phillips’ novels. She never fails to leave a smile on my face.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e#1 New York Times bestselling author Catherine Coulter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Re-entering the world of the Chicago Stars is like a beloved friend come to call.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e#1 New York Times bestselling author Robyn Carr\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“No one tops Susan Elizabeth Phillips” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e#1 New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“RITA Award–winning and bestselling romance author Phillips’ latest virtuoso literary performance and new addition to her outstanding Chicago Stars series delivers a full score of irresistible delights. From savvy characterization, sassy humor, and sparkling dialogue to a smartly composed plot... this brilliantly conceived contemporary romance will have readers shouting, Brava!”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review) on When Stars Collide\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Captivating. The thrilling suspense plot and intoxicating chemistry will hook new readers and returning fans alike. This is a page-turner.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review) on When Stars Collide\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The shifting kaleidoscope of personal, business, and family relationships makes this such a captivating novel. [An] emotionally generous novel about romantic and familial love…a winning romance novel.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The queen of the football romance is not Taylor Swift. 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Infused with addictively acerbic wit and graced with a perfectly matched pair of protagonists whose sexual chemistry is hot enough to melt chocolate, this is Phillips at her dazzling best.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890805764325,"sku":"NP9780063248571","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063248571.jpg?v=1730234136","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/simply-the-best-a-chicago-stars-novel-isbn-9780063248571","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}