This is the second installment of RVD's newest series 'Red Card'. As yet, I've still to read the first so can honestly say that it is able to be read, understood and enjoyed fully as a standalone.

The story of Matt and Parker begins a bit tremulously when she turns up on his doorstep having been promised, by his sister, that she'd have a place to stay.

Parker has some very well kept secrets but as a pro soccer player she needs to get her act together in order to secure a club. Matt, a successful Sports Agent, takes Parker on as a client to help get her signed.

As the story, and their relationship, progresses Parker reluctantly reveals some of her fears and insecurities, just enough in fact to give Matt some insight into those well kept secrets.

The dialogue between these two is sometimes witty, heartbreaking, uplifting and serious. I laughed out loud and I cried more than a tear. Any book that can evoke that type of emotion, is a winner in my book!

Cant wait for more from this author and her sports themed novels.

Matt is stunned when his sister, Willow, comes storming into his life with Parker in tow. She is abrasive and lashes out but we quickly learn why. Matt is used to being abused by those he loves so he tries to take it in stride. He does find himself coaching and training her, which is a huge deal since he doesn't do that for any other stars he represents. Parker and Matt both try to straddle the line of professionalism, but each wants more. It was interesting to see it play out. Erik was a good catalyst for these 2 since he seemed to bring them closer together. Parker's story does have the potential to be a trigger for some people so I would just caution that those with trigger issues may want to tread cautiously with this one. It did a great job of portraying Parker finding strength she didn't know she had. Really enjoyed it for that fact.

Rachel Van Dyken continues with her new series of swoony men, wonderful women and epic funny moments! Matt and Parker were an amazing couple to read and laugh with both their antics and their growing attraction. Slade and Jagger too were pretty funny to read. But also behind the humor is the serious issue of molesting women in the world of sports and how Parker tries to overcome her own traumatic experience. You will definitely enjoy this new book by Rachel.

I was so excited to read this book after finishing reading "Risky Play". I loved the interactions between Matt and Parker, and how Matt made Parker feel safe again. We also get to see Jagger get his happily ever after.

I received an advanced copy of this book for an honest review. I enjoyed this book. This is the second book in the red card series, however it can be read as a stand alone. This book focuses on sports agent Matt Kingston and soccer player Parker. Matt's sister Willow uses Matt's lack of focus on their conversation to gain her and Parker a invitation to stay at his house until Willow's trial period of being an intern in Matt's company is over. Matt practically raised Willow and their relationship of annoying younger sister to older brother is hilarious and adds a lot of humor to the story.


Parker is trying to get on a new team after having problems with her last team and being labeled a hot head. Matt views Parker as a client, which makes her off limits and added to the fact is that she is younger than him. Parker had a bad experience, which makes her distrust men. In the beginning Matt is a little bit of a jerk to Parker, however, once he starts to watch her and learns what happened to her he becomes her confidant. The relationship between the two is more than just lust and is based on feelings too.


 This story has the perfect mix of comedy, angst, romance and lust. I feel Rachel touched on a matter that happens to many women not just in sports, but in other areas and handled it very well. I was glad to see that Parker was able to stand up on her own and become a hero to other women who have gone through something similar to what happened to her. I hope Rachel writes Jagger and Willow's story.

Rating:4.5 stars

Another great book from Rachel Van Dyken!
I received a ARC from Netgalley for a honest review.
I was waiting fot Matt story since Mackenzie and Slade story end, and the wait paid off. Matt is a mature, sexy, sport agent with a spitfire sister. Presley is the sister best friend and a good athlete with some problems on her shoulder. Presley need a good agent to sprint her career and a good friend to rectify the problems fo her past. And Willow (the BFF and good sister) play cupid for them.
I enjoy reading this book and recommend it.

Aw, I loved this book! It was a great love story and also had a kick a$$ heroine who was very brave and empowering! Matt and Parker did not disappoint. Plus we still got Jagger, Slade And Willow who are awesome characters! Thank you to netgalley for the ARC!

I really liked Kickin' It! It was fun, sweet, and funny. Rachel Van Dyken never fails to create interesting characters that keep me invested in the story. I recommend this one to anyone looking for a romcom with heart.

This book was awesome!
from the start, it pulled me in and had me interested.
I love that it had both a male and female point of view.
Parker and matt are meant to be if they would just stop fighting it.
I like that it had a good build up.
And that there was a message in there to be brave.

However, I did not like how they kept calling Matt old (he is 30, not 50) and they are out of uni. so the must be 22-24, the age gap is not that big.

overall I enjoyed this read!
thanks for the opportunity :)

Book 2 in the series.
This time it’s the Agent Matt’s turn. His sister Willow needs a place to stay and brings along her bestie Parker, who wants to play soccer professionally and needs an agent...

The attraction is there but Parker comes with baggage and it’s hard for her to open up to Matt. Characters from book 1 make several appearances.

I received this ebook copy from the publisher and NetGalley for an honest review.

Kickin' In by Rachel Van Dyken is a sport romance with a hot sport agent/couch Matt 🔥 and a soccer player (yes it's a she) Parker 🥰
It's a story about the world of professional athletes and their daily problems and struggles, but also the risk and vulnerability of a female athletes. The danger of being physically and mentally abused by people who should protect the girls and women.
This book is sweet, dreamy, romantic, emotional and partly sad and tragic (not necessarily in this order of course) and also funny. I love Parker and Matt, they are hilarious together 😂. Their relationship started with misunderstanding, continued with competition,
became a friendship and....
no no no no, you will learn more if you read it yourself 🤭
Oh how I love sport romances 😍 I recommend this book to all rhe HEA fans. Enjoy ❣

The romance was good. Liked the plot and storyline though there were some parts that slowed my pace.

I may have found yet another place in my heart for this book. It was riveting, endearing, and sexy. This story evolves around a high profile sport-agent and a recent 'controversial' soccer player. Fate puts these two together under the same roof for the summer and bounds them professionally. Laced with high sexual tension, witty banters, and sweet tender moments, this book is the perfect to unwind with. Kickin' It is more than just its romantic plot, it has notably sincere messages about sensitive issues, ones that are very relevant to this day.

Kickin' It is the second book of the Red Card series. Matt Kingston offered her sister, Willow, to work under him for the three months under the condition that she lived with him for the said months. Little does he know that the offer also extend to Willow's best friend, Parker Speedman. Still haunted by her recent trauma, she's off to make it by herself. In between her jeopardized career and reputation she turns to Matt Kingston. The high-profiled sport-agent agreed to represent and coach her until she found another team to play in. Despite their raw attraction and connection, they can't cross the professional line.

This story has zero angst and unnecessary drama. I love Parker and Matt's relationship more than anything. They have mutual respect for each other although they don't always see head-to-head at first. They put aside their personal opinion when it comes to their careers. And even after all that, they only want the best for each other. This is really what tests the water when they decide to test their feelings and go through with it. So, the main reason I love their entire relationship is how selfless it is.

Matt Kingston is a gentleman to the tee. I am floored by his protectiveness over his sister and Parker and his clients-slash-best friends. He is irresistibly charming and ambitious. Very level-headed when it comes to Parker in his own ways, he doesn't push her or feel the need to 'babies' her because she is a woman, younger, and has upsetting past.

Parker Speedman is noteworthy heroine. I love her energy and spirit. She's a tough character but also delicate, you know. People sometimes think that these two qualities can't go hand in hand with each other but it works on her. Most of the most admirable people have these qualities.

I also would like to address the messages this story is giving out to women, specifically. It is the naked truth, one that we can't look away from. Forewarn, this book contains triggering issues (I would not spoil much) that will help people who are battling the same circumstances.

All in all, I am very satisfied with this book! It exceeds all of my expectations. I didn't expect to love it this much, but I did. So, if you're looking for a good sport romance. Kickin' It is the book for you.

I received an e-ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. Loved this couple almost as much as from the first book. Loved Parker's attitude and Matt's insta love was a tad funny. It's great when you know you will read a great book by the same author! Highly recommend this sequel to a quirky romance; both book are separate couples BUT the couples re-appear in the 2nd book.

Great follow-up to Risky Play. I was curious to read Matt's story because I really liked him in Book 1.

We start off with his sister, Willow, basically pulling one over on him by moving into his place temporarily with her friend, Parker. Little did Matt know, Parker sort of had ulterior motives. She was looking to go professional as a soccer player and hoping Matt would be the one to steer her in the right direction. But, she was also running from a traumatic event in her past.

Initially, Matt was a total jerk to her, but then I think he noticed there was something different about Parker. Not just her determination and steadfast goal to become a professional, but an underlying sadness and fear.

I loved how Matt became the person Parker needed in her time of need. He handled her with such care and tenderness.

Things like what happened to Parker occur in real life everyday, so this was a strong storyline of a woman taking control of her life again and becoming a role model for other women out there too afraid to come forward.

Great book, and I just always love Rachel Van Dyken's writing! This was a fast read!

P.S. I just love this group of guys....Slade, Matt, and yes even Jagger. They are a tight knit group and I enjoyed all of their banter and sarcasm. But in the end, they were a great support for each other!

Trigger Warning for rape/sexual assault

Rachel Van Dyken can pretty much write anything hard hitting (cancer, Lupas) and make it where you feel the pain the characters feel or maybe you yourself are battling the same thing that the character is you can connect because she doesn't sugar coat it she doesn't let "prince charming" come in and everything is magical okay, that's what i like about her books and Parker and Matt story is no different

When this book comes out please do yourself a favor and go pick this up you won't regret it one bit plus you might just stumble upon a new favorite author

This is by far the best Rachel Van DYken book ever!!! I loved it, I couldn't put it down until I was done with it! I loved Matt and Parker.

Matt and Parker's story included a very sensitive topic. I love how it was dealt with and how supportive all the characters were.

Loved the second book in the series. This group of friends are so close - have great banter and support each other all the way.
Matt and Parker together were sigh.... Parker had been through something not nice and the way Matt supported her made him a dream book boyfriend. I liked there was no unnecessary angst or split - they talked and worked things out - a nice refreshing change.

Thank you to NetGalley for the copy.

Loved the second book in this soccer sports romance series, This time we have Matt, sports agent to the wealthy famous players, and his little sister Willow who wants to follow in his footsteps. Willow moves in with Matt bringing along her best friend Parker, college soccer star, who was black-balled by her coach for an unknown reason. Willow first job is to represent Parker and get her a meeting with a pro soccer team. In the mean time, Matt helps her out training Parker himself and making calls on her behalf while discovering all is not as it seems with Parker who has anxiety and is scared of certain things that seem odd to Matt. The more time together, the more they start to fall for each other. Slowly, Parker opens up to Matt and sparks begin to fly. Parker tells him the truth about her old coach and the story comes full circle. A great sports romance. Matt and Parker are a super cute couple who are awesome together! Don't miss this awesome love story! Thanks to NG for the ARC!!!