Hawks Series by J. Akridge

Single mother Kelsi Fran hates basketball. To her, it’s a painful reminder of her past relationship mistakes. But after losing a bet to her sister, she finds herself at an Atlanta Hawks game, hating life. There, she meets basketball star Landon Prince and treats herself to one steamy night with him. Landon sees Kelsi as the kind of girl he could fall for, but it takes a bit of convincing for her to give them a chance... moreSingle mother Kelsi Fran hates basketball. To her, it’s a painful reminder of her past relationship mistakes. But after losing a bet to her sister, she finds herself at an Atlanta Hawks game, hating life. There, she meets basketball star Landon Prince and treats herself to one steamy night with him. Landon sees Kelsi as the kind of girl he could fall for, but it takes a bit of convincing for her to give them a chance. When she finally relents, Landon fully believes he can protect her from the trappings of his fame. He was wrong. One reporter was all it took to catch a picture of them in a compromising position, that could cost Kelsi her teaching job. But when Kelsi’s ex sees the picture, he formulates a plan to exploit the situation in a vicious custody battle. Can Landon and Kelsi work together to pick up the pieces of her shattered life and begin a full court press to their happily ever after? Or will the price of his fame tear them apart? less

Jennifer Montgomery isn’t looking for a serious relationship, she enjoys her freedom. Jennifer’s past has left her fearful of entering any type of relationship in the future, except those where friends have benefits. She’s an avid basketball fan, so when she meets the Cal King after a Hawks game, she’s ready for the events of the night. Cal King is a player, both on and off the court. He doesn’t date, at least nothing serious, but something about Jennifer catches his attention... moreJennifer Montgomery isn’t looking for a serious relationship, she enjoys her freedom. Jennifer’s past has left her fearful of entering any type of relationship in the future, except those where friends have benefits. She’s an avid basketball fan, so when she meets the Cal King after a Hawks game, she’s ready for the events of the night. Cal King is a player, both on and off the court. He doesn’t date, at least nothing serious, but something about Jennifer catches his attention. She’s sexy, smart and funny as hell. The fact that she’s down for a friends with benefits relationship is icing on the cake. Neither of them want anything serious, so it’s a shock when one of Jennifer’s students, Bobby, moves in with her. All it takes to threaten what they have now is a picture posted by a fan causing Social Services to rethink the current placement and giving Bobby’s parents a chance to formulate a plan. Can Jennifer and Cal push through their emotions to make the Foul Shot? Or will their past define their future? less

Gabby Cruz isn’t looking for love unless it happens in one of her books. She’s busy building her author career, and nothing will stand in her way. Which is why she couldn’t stand Mason Nile from the moment she met him. Mason Nile is a young playboy and the only relationship he focuses on is the Hawks. He enjoys the spotlight, the women, and the fame. When he’s asked to step in for fellow teammate, Cal King, for a photoshoot he can’t say no... moreGabby Cruz isn’t looking for love unless it happens in one of her books. She’s busy building her author career, and nothing will stand in her way. Which is why she couldn’t stand Mason Nile from the moment she met him. Mason Nile is a young playboy and the only relationship he focuses on is the Hawks. He enjoys the spotlight, the women, and the fame. When he’s asked to step in for fellow teammate, Cal King, for a photoshoot he can’t say no. What he didn’t expect was to run into a girl he can’t get out of his head.After being shot down by Gabby, Mason does everything he can to get her attention. Once she relents, Mason finds out about the secret Gabby had been keeping from him. One that threatens to ruin their relationship. Can Gabby and Mason make the Break Away? Or will her secret destroy them for good? less

Leighton Presley is focused on one thing. Her career. Her attention is solely on proving to everyone that she has what it takes to become an NBA referee, and nothing is going to stop her. Which is why she’s so surprised to see the one man she spent a week with in Vegas on the court. Chandler Adams is ready to settle down. He wants the relationship, the home, the family. After a breakup he wasn’t expecting, he spends a week in Vegas and meets someone he can’t keep his mind off of... moreLeighton Presley is focused on one thing. Her career. Her attention is solely on proving to everyone that she has what it takes to become an NBA referee, and nothing is going to stop her. Which is why she’s so surprised to see the one man she spent a week with in Vegas on the court. Chandler Adams is ready to settle down. He wants the relationship, the home, the family. After a breakup he wasn’t expecting, he spends a week in Vegas and meets someone he can’t keep his mind off of. Which is why he’s stunned to see her on the side of the court. After being photographed by the paparazzi, stories begin to form that could very easily ruin what the two have together. When the league finds out about their secret, it threatens to ruin them completely. Can Chandler and Leighton defend what they have? Or will the Blocked Shot be called? less

The final book in the Hawks Series. This is Chrissy's book. Blurb coming soon. Tentative release: November 2022.