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Jodie Slaughter

    Jodie Slaughter crafts romance novels infused with her lifelong passion for compelling love stories. She expertly weaves elements of suspense, antiheroes, and daring heroines into her narratives. Whether delving into dark, intense romance or lighter, mischievous tales, Slaughter consistently aims for captivating and unique storytelling. Her distinctive approach creates a deeply engaging experience for readers, exploring the complexities of relationships with a unique voice.

    Ready to Score
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    • Bet on It

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Jodie Slaughter's writing shines in this captivating romance featuring Aja and Walker. Their story begins when Aja, experiencing a panic attack in a grocery store, encounters the man of her dreams. Their connection deepens when he is introduced as her bingo buddy's estranged grandson. Aja quickly realizes that Walker is going to complicate her life, which is already filled with challenges. Meanwhile, Walker returns to Greenbelt, South Carolina, after years away, focused on caring for his ailing grandmother and eager to escape the trauma of his past. Just as he thinks he has a solid plan, Aja enters his life, turning everything upside down. They agree to a bingo-themed sex pact to keep their burgeoning feelings in check, but emotions prove to be impossible to ignore. This delightful romance is filled with humor and heart, showcasing the playful and sweet dynamic between two genuinely good people who help each other heal while enjoying a passionate connection. With rich portrayals of friendship alongside the love story, this book offers an experience to be savored long after the final page.

      Bet on It
      3.5
    • Play to Win

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Jodie Slaughter's latest rom-com, Play to Win , is a sizzling romance where a winning lottery ticket is meant to be a new start but instead becomes a second chance at love.Miriam Butler’s life is going nowhere in the slowest, most excruciating way possible. Stuck in the same barely-paying job she’s had since she was sixteen and spending every night sleeping in the spare twin bed in her mother’s house, her existence might be hilarious if it wasn’t so bleak. One trip to her favorite corner store upends everything when she finds herself the winner of a Mega Millions Lottery Jackpot. Unfortunately, not even life-altering roses come without their painful thorns. Hers just so happen to be in the form of an estranged husband who has the right to claim his share of her money.It’s been eight years since Leo Vaughn has had a conversation with his wife. When she calls out of the blue, practically begging him to come back to Greenbelt, the last thing he expects her to tell him when he gets there is that she’s come into a whole heap of money. She offers him a life-changing proposition of his own. Take a lump sum, finally sign the divorce papers, and be done with her for good. Only, a forever without her is the last thing Leo wants. So he gives a proposition of his own. One that won’t cost her nearly as many millions, but will buy him the time to do the one thing he’s been hungry to do since he left -- win her back.

      Play to Win
      3.4
    • Ready to Score

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Cleat Cute meets Friday Night Lights in this funny, spicy, emotional new sapphic romance from Jodie Slaughter. Jade Dunn has spent years trying to climb her way to the top of the southern high school football food chain. Now, the only thing standing between her and that future head coach spot is years of small-town good ‘ol boy politics. When she scores an invite to a highly coveted monthly poker game perfect for networking, she jumps at the chance for a seat at the table. Only to find the one person with the ability to shake her there. An infuriatingly sexy art teacher who plays her cards like she’s gunning for Jade’s deserved spot. Francesca Lim never thought she’d be happy in a small town, not after living and breathing hardcore Texas football her whole life. But two years ago, the promise of forever love had her leaving behind a burgeoning coaching career for a new life - only for it to burst into flames. Now, she has a chance to gain back a piece of her life she thought she’d left in Houston. The only one standing in the way? The prickly assistant coach that Francesca can’t keep her mind or hands off of. Not wanting to risk losing out on a dream job, Jade and Francesca can’t afford to give in to the iron hot attraction that simmers beneath their biting interactions, so they try desperately to ignore it. Too bad their hearts don’t seem to be as on board with the game plan. Jodie Slaughter’s Ready to Score shows how sometimes you have to go big or go home to get the life - and love - you deserve.

      Ready to Score