The Wrong Play: A Football Romance

The Wrong Player Series, Book 2

De: C.R. Jane

Narrado por: Lucas Webley, Alexis Paige

An obsessive football player pursues a girl with airtight defenses in USA Today–bestselling author C.R. Jane's scorcher of a sequel to The Wrong Quarterback.

Jace Thatcher musthave her. Ever since he laid eyes on Riley, the Tennessee Tigers' star wide receiver has been consumed by the thought of making her his—possessing her, body and soul.

But Riley isn't a game to be won. She has scars that run deep, and a past that's never too far behind her. Riley's looking for a clean start when the cocky football player enters her life. His dangerously seductive grin has her feeling weak in the knees, blowing past the carefully crafted defenses she's built to keep her from making the same mistakes all over again.

Their hot and heavy encounter leaves Riley desperate for more—but falling for Jace might just be the worst play of her life. There's no point in running, though, because Jace will go the extra yard to get what he wants.

Narrated in duet style.

©2025 C.R. Jane (P)2025 Podium Audio

Love ♥️

I absolutely love this series, but this was one of my favorites. Jace could definitely give Lincoln a run for his money with his obcession antics. This was by far one of the best books on Audio! Both narrators were perfect ♥️

I need a JACE in my life

All I have to say is Tracking is caring. I LOVE❤❤❤ this book. one if my favs

HOT

4⭐ I think this is officially my favorite C.R. Jane book, the plot was a 10/10 vibe for me and had me locked in immediately. I do wish that there could have been a chapter dedicated to all that Jace did to take Callum down and went into all of the details with it. Overall I really liked both Jace and Riley, Jace was funny, over protective, and charming; while Riley is quiet, shy, and introverted.
This rating is 100% off vibes only

Crazier than the first

Which is saying something but I LOVE Jace. His actions are really insane but again more in a crazy fun way than a dark way. This one was darker than the first with some of the back story but overall it's a wild listen with good narration.

Chronic Fatigue, Secret Societies, and a Love That Stalks

The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: 💙💜💚❤️🤎
Heat/Steam: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Chemistry: 🧪🧪🧪🧪🧪
Story/Plot: 📕📗📘📙📔
World building: 🌏🌍🌎🌏🌍
Character development: 😋😀😍🤓🥰
Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
Narration Type: Duet Narration

🎧 Audiobook Review: The Wrong Play (The Wrong Player, #2)

Author: C.R. Jane
Genre: Sports romance
Narrators: Lucas Webley and Alexis Page

🦸🏼‍♀️ The Heroine: Riley

Riley’s story begins in privilege but is marked by neglect. Raised in a wealthy household where her parents were more invested in travel and appearances than in their daughter, she grew up starved of affection. Her chronic exhaustion—flare-ups so severe she could barely move—isolated her further, leaving her feeling like an outsider among her peers. Relationships were fragile; her high school boyfriend’s departure barely surprised her, and her next entanglement with Callum, her father’s controlling best friend, nearly consumed her. Callum dictated every aspect of her life until Riley found the courage to escape, carving her independence by applying to a college far from his reach. Her resilience, though quiet, is the heartbeat of her journey.

🦸🏻‍♂️ The Hero: Jace

Jace is the golden boy of Tennessee Tigers football—the wide receiver everyone wants a piece of. Fame has its shadows: stalkers, admirers, and the constant pressure of expectation. Alongside his two closest friends, he’s drawn into the Sphinx, a secret society promising wealth and power. Yet beneath the swagger and spotlight, Jace is searching for something deeper, something real. His charm is undeniable, but it’s his vulnerability—the quiet longing for connection—that makes him more than just a sports romance archetype.

📚 The Plot

College life proves daunting for Riley. A flare-up early in the semester derails her classes, and her unsettling roommate—who watches her sleep—adds an eerie tension to her daily existence. When a classmate invites her to a sorority event, Riley seizes the chance to escape the suffocating atmosphere of her dorm.

Meanwhile, Jace celebrates a victory with his teammates. Watching his best friend Parker fall in love the previous year stirred something restless in him. At the bar, Jace surprises everyone by turning down a flirtatious admirer. Then he sees Riley. In that instant, the noise fades, and he’s struck by a connection unlike anything he’s felt before. Their meeting is electric, setting the stage for a romance tangled in secrets, suspense, and undeniable chemistry.

🌟 Highlights

• Jace’s immediate captivation with Riley feels refreshing in a genre often plagued by aloof heroes. His tenderness and curiosity set him apart.
• His decision to research chronic fatigue syndrome is a standout moment—it shows empathy, patience, and a willingness to understand Riley’s struggles.
• The blend of romance, mystery, and steamy tension keeps the narrative compelling and layered.

⤵️ Low Points

• Jace’s stalker tendencies, while fitting the darker romance trope, cross unsettling lines with hidden cameras and a tracker. It adds suspense but risks overshadowing his otherwise thoughtful character.
• Riley’s fragility, though realistic given her condition and past trauma, sometimes feels overextended. I longed for more moments where she asserted her strength, especially when old ghosts resurfaced.

🎙️ Narration

The dual POV duet narration elevates the audiobook experience. Alexis Paige embodies Riley with youthful authenticity, her voice capturing vulnerability and quiet resilience. Lucas Webley’s deep, husky timbre brings Jace to life with gravitas and warmth. The duet format—male narrators voicing male roles, female narrators voicing female roles—creates an immersive rhythm that makes the story flow naturally. Together, they transform the text into an emotional performance that lingers.

💬 Final Thoughts

This audiobook delivers a romance that balances sweetness with shadows. Riley’s journey from neglect and control toward independence is poignant, while Jace’s devotion and empathy make him a hero worth rooting for—even when his darker impulses complicate the narrative. With suspense, passion, and narration that breathes life into every scene, it’s a listen that will satisfy fans of sports romance while offering something a little more layered.