Try for Love by Dana LeCheminant: Book Review

 **ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own.

The Book

One season. One deal. One very inconvenient love story.

International rugby star Logan Callahan doesn’t do roots or relationships. California is just a detour: answers, rugby, and then it’s back to Australia where he belongs. Nothing will get in his way.

Savannah Blair can’t afford distractions. If her meal prep business is going to survive, she needs to prove to her family that defying generations of tradition wasn’t a mistake. But her oversized, opinionated cat isn’t making it easy to stay focused.

And neither is the grumpy rugby player who stumbles into her life.

When the cat decides Logan is his soulmate, the pair reluctantly form an alliance. Logan needs Savannah’s help to reach his birth mother. Savannah needs Logan’s connection to the rugby team’s owner to catch a big break.

No feelings. No complications. Completely temporary.

But the cat has other plans, and the more time Logan and Savannah spend together, the more they start to notice things only feel right when they’re side by side. Now they have to decide whether sticking to the plan is worth losing what they never expected to find, when walking away might break more than just a deal.

Try for Love is a standalone no-spice sports romcom full of witty banter, reluctant allies, and slow-burn chemistry. It’s perfect for readers who love independent women, cocky athletes, and happily-ever-afters worth fighting for.

The Author

Dana LeCheminant writes sweet romantic comedies, heartwarming contemporary love stories, and swoony historical romances—with a twist. Known for putting a fresh spin on beloved tropes, she lets her characters lead the way, believing they always know their stories best. Her books are full of banter, emotion, and connection—all of the swoon, none of the spice. When she’s not dreaming up her next twisty trope or emotional arc, she’s hiking the remote Utah backcountry or cruising down rivers in search of new inspiration. Dana has been telling stories since before she could spell and has no plans to stop anytime soon.

Book Review

A grumpy rugby player and an oversized, troublemaking cat... well, that certainly seems like the recipe for the start of a great romance, right? It certainly worked for Savannah and Logan. These two got off to a rough start, but when they realize that they can help each other out (him with growing her business, her with connecting to his birth mom), that time together soon has sparks flying... and I was here for it! Beef (the cat) was quite the side character himself, adding so much humor and entertainment to their story... and giving us the chance to see Logan's softer side more too. While their story had many moments that had me laughing out loud, the adoption storyline also gave it some emotional and tender moments as well... it truly was the perfect balance of the heart and humor that I love in a good romcom. As a fan of Dana's previous series, it was also really fun to see some familiar characters again too. Logan is playing for the Thunder, Cole's team in Thunderstruck. That said, even if you haven't read any of her previous books, you can still absolutely enjoy this one as a standalone too. If you enjoy sports romance and a good grump, this is certainly one not to be missed. 

Try For Love is a closed-door romance with kisses only and a bit of minor language. It is part of The Love Playbook series. This is a multi-author series with each book featuring a different sport and pet. They can be enjoyed as standalones or in any order. 


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