When Stars Collide

A Chicago Stars Novel

By: Susan Elizabeth Phillips

Narrated by: Nicole Poole

#1 New York Times bestseller Susan Elizabeth Phillips returns to her beloved Chicago Stars series with a romance between a Chicago Stars quarterback and one of the world’s greatest opera singers—and a major diva.

“Re-entering the world of the Chicago Stars is like a beloved friend come to call.” — #1 New York Times bestselling author Robyn Carr

Thaddeus Walker Bowman Owens, the backup quarterback for the Chicago Stars, is a team player, talented sideline coach, occasional male underwear model, and a man with a low tolerance for Divas.

Olivia Shore, international opera superstar, is a driven diva with a passion for perfection, a craving for justice, too many secrets—and a monumental grudge against the egotistical, lowbrow jock she’s been stuck with.

It’s Mozart meets Monday Night Football as the temperamental soprano and stubborn jock embark on a nationwide tour promoting a luxury watch brand. Along the way, the combatants will engage in soul-searching and trash talk, backstage drama and, for sure, a quarterback pass. But there’ll also face trouble as threatening letters, haunting photographs, and a series of dangerous encounters complicate their lives. Is it the work of an overzealous fan or something more sinister?

This is the emotional journey of a brilliant woman whose career is everything and a talented man who’ll never be happy with second place. Tender and funny, passionate and insightful, this irresistible romantic adventure proves that anything can happen…when two superstars collide.

A surprising miss from a favorite author

I am sorry to say this book did not live up to its hype. I am generally a fan of Ms. Phillips’ work, and was especially excited for another Stars story. It is with sadness that I say this story missed the mark. I found myself disinterested in Olivia and Tad, and felt they lacked chemistry. The story was a little far-fetched (which can be forgiven in fiction if it’s done well) and did not really make sense from a conflict standpoint. I also noticed lines that read nearly word-for-word from other Stars books. All in all disappointing, and definitely not worth the credit.

Chicago Star Romances Aren't What They Used to Be

I was very excited when I saw that SEP had written a new book in the Chicago Stars series, but sadly this one just didn't do it for me. I really wanted to love Olivia and Thad, but I just couldn't get there. The usual love/hate banter lacked fire for this couple and it was tough to get invested in their story.

I still love SEP and will read/listen to anything she writes, but this one was disappointing.

So much fun!

I love the Chicago Stars series, and this latest did not disappoint. Plus I learned a lot about opera. Fun, multi-dimensional characters, a mystery, and a romance - the whole package! Plus Nicole Poole does an outstanding job narrating. Two thumbs up!

Well played!!

Nice story, a little simple, but nicely done and nicely performed. I did enjoy it.

Always a treat!

I love all the quarterbacks who have played for the ChicagoStars.
Thad is no exception.
As usual Susan Elizabeth Phillips gives us great character development, great descriptions of their homes and clothes. The whole package.
I love her books. Have read all of them at least once, most twice.

If you are new to s Phillips Chicago Stars books start at the beginning with It Had to be You.
Funny, sexy, pure entertainment is what you get with all her books.