Take a Chance

The Bridgeport Social Club Series, Book 1

By: Shelley Shepard Gray

Narrated by: Tavia Gilbert

Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's summary

Kurt Holland wants the best for his younger brother, which is why he moves Sam to Bridgeport, Ohio. It's a bigger town with a well-known high school. Just the place to give his little brother more opportunities - maybe even a scholarship to college. Kurt hopes his gamble pays off, since Sam's future isn't the only thing riding on it. Kurt's put most of his savings into a new landscaping business there, too. But when Sam gets in trouble for fighting at school, Kurt isn't so sure it was the right decision...until he meets Sam's English teacher.

Emily Springer is passionate about helping all of her students succeed, but there's something about Sam Holland that makes her want to go the extra mile. When he's caught in a fight at school, she goes to bat in his defense, and during a conference with the principal she meets Sam's rugged older brother - and guardian. Emily has a strict no-dating policy when it comes to her students' parents, but Kurt isn't technically Sam's parent. It's OK to bend the rules a little bit, right?

In an effort to make some friends and find a place in the Bridgeport community, Kurt starts up a weekly poker game in his garage. It's not long before everyone wants in, and they all soon discover that these Friday night poker gatherings are about more than just the game.

Shelley Shepard Gray's new Bridgeport Social Club series is about men who need a place to call home, a community in need of hope, and a group of women who are special enough to help both things happen. This first installment is genuine and heartfelt. It's filled with hope, warmth, and the belief that love and acceptance can overcome any tough situation.

A Publishers Weekly Editors' Choice in Romance for Fall 2018.

©2018 Shelley Shepard Gray (P)2018 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Very cute story.

This book was in the “clean” category but still had a few curse words. I was surprised. But most of the book was clean. I really liked the story line—it had lots of emotions and very realistic. But the book ended abruptly! I was shocked. What happen with Sam and college? What happen with Curt and his relationship? The story would have been much better if it had a finale. Therefore, I had to give it a 4 star.
The narrator was good.

Wonderful Story

Thank you so much for a great, clean, interesting to listen to book. It's so good to know someone can write a book that doesn't have to be full of stuff I would not want anyone to see me read.

John Wayne Good

Take a chance on living your life in the moment instead of fearing the resulting outcome

Loved the story!

Sweet story that tackles reality and shows how to take the high road in difficult situations. I read the other reviews prior to listening to this and was a bit shocked at the judgmental attitude of those reviews. We don’t live in a fairytale world, but are faced with ethical dilemmas daily. The two brothers in the story were good men and role models who stood up for what is right. I liked that.

Enjoyed the book very much!

Love this book

I’ve listened to this book 2 or 3 times! I love it! Narrator is really good at her job!

Pretty good story but

I enjoy chivalry like the next girl but the issue of high school kids sharing pictures of a student in her underwear taken without her permission is a serious matter and just punching someone and school suspension is not how these things are addressed in the real world there should’ve been police involvement or legal action. As a teacher that’s what I know happens and the offender would be dealt with much harsher here Sam seem to have come off worse for defending the innocent party not fair.

Take a chance

What I liked was the kindnesses and the manners they showed, could seem romantic but sometimes came across whiny instead. I’m not sure if it would seem that way if I read it instead. Still a sweet story. Mild curse words , gambling and drinking but still mild and didn’t bother me. “Spoiler “
I’m not a 100% sure about this but I was a bit bothered by the fact that the girl that took the picture or the boy that kept sharing the picture was not charged with something like maybe child porn. Maybe I’m wrong but I would think more should have been done for the victim.

Loved The story

loved it, the characters were very refreshing . the story easy to listen too thank you

Always a good time!

Enjoyed the book and anxious to start the next one in the series! Good characters.

One of the best stories I've read lately

Everything about this book was awesome! I loved that the story was romantic yet wholesome. I loved that the people were real with real problems and very relatable. This is hands-on 10/10.