Secrets and Kisses. Rugby League and Forbidden Romance. Scoring the Ultimate Goal: Love Maverick I never expected to cross the line with Sara—she's my best friend’s little sister. But when a career-ending injury destroyed my rugby dreams, I needed a place to hide from the media, and Sara became more than just a safe haven. As friends became secret lovers, we juggled hidden kisses and stolen moments. I'm not falling in love—I've already fallen. But when I'm offered an opportunity to build a new rugby league team that will wear my name, it comes at a cost—more secrets. If anyone discovers our romance, I'll lose my best friend's trust, and my new career will be over before it starts. I want to be the man Sara deserves and not a washed-up footballer. How can I ask her to trust in me and in us when it feels as if all I'm keeping is secrets? Sara For years, I've been 'the little sister,' 'the plain wallflower,' and 'just Kenzie's sister.' One kiss changed everything. Years of dreaming about my sister's best friend turned into hopes for a happily ever after. And when flirty banter and dancing in my living room became more than one kiss, I trusted him. I allowed myself to believe in us. But now, Maverick has found a new, secret job that consumes all his waking hours, and I start to wonder—was I just a distraction from his injury? After all, can a football hero like Maverick ever love a girl like me? Playing the Maverick is full of banter and secrets when a broken rugby league hero falls in love with his best friend's sister. Get this fun and flirty sports romance today.