{"product_id":"thirty-love-isbn-9798892424776","title":"Thirty Love","description":"\u003cb\u003eThings heat up on \u003ci\u003eand \u003c\/i\u003eoff the court for two tennis rivals in this steamy debut gay sports rom-com, perfect for fans of TJ Alexander and Rachel Reid.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmerican 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 \u003ci\u003ewant \u003c\/i\u003eto escape him. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeo’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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eNo distractions, \u003c\/i\u003eLeo reminds himself. But when Gabe makes a shocking announcement, Leo is thrown off his game—in more ways than one. Ready? Play.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThirty Love\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read for fans of queer sports romances like \u003ci\u003eHeated Rivalry\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThirty Love\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“Electric on the court, tender off it. \u003ci\u003eThirty Love\u003c\/i\u003e is about choosing yourself—and then choosing each other. Vellner’s insight crackles and the writing truly delivers. Leo and Gabe’s journey is a queer romance grand slam.”\u003cbr\u003e—Sarina Bowen, \u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of the Hockey Guys series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Tom Vellner’s debut is not only pure rivals-to-lovers bliss but also a masterclass in what it means to be your own champion. Leo’s journey on and off the tennis court will grip your heart and refuse to let go until you’re smiling with tears in your eyes and cheering as though you’re there in the stands—a grand slam of a novel!” \u003cbr\u003e—Matthew Hubbard, critically acclaimed author of \u003ci\u003eThe Last Boyfriends Rules for Revenge\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e“Filled with queer banter and slow burn shenanigans, \u003ci\u003eThirty Love\u003c\/i\u003e explores how sometimes, we need to change our playstyle to reach the top of our game. Delightful from first serve to final matchpoint.”\u003cbr\u003e—Tara Tai, author of \u003ci\u003eSingle Player\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eTom Vellner\u003c\/b\u003e is a writer, editor, and mediocre tennis player. A former staff writer at BuzzFeed, he has also contributed to VICE, Thrillist, \u003ci\u003eACLU Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, and more. He lives in the Hudson Valley with his husband and two dogs. \u003ci\u003eThirty Love \u003c\/i\u003eis his debut novel.","brand":"Alcove Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233776349413,"sku":"NP9798892424776","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9798892424776.jpg?v=1767742462","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/thirty-love-isbn-9798892424776","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}