The Right Move Windy City #2
Reviews
—— 5 stars ꣑ৎ <blockquote>˗ˏˋ꒰<i> “indy and i might be opposites, but we’re more alike than i initially thought. we care about those we love. she’s nurturing and i’m protective, but it all comes down to a common denominator—we love hard.” </i> ꒱ˎˊ˗</blockquote>
i can’t think of a single thing i didn’t like about <b>the right move</b>. if i could rate it more than 5 stars, i would! i didn’t expect the story to get even better toward the end, but it did! it’s totally an emotional rollercoaster. liz tomforde really did a great job writing their story because reading it felt like witnessing a real relationship slowly unfold, in which it has its own ups and downs, and all of them were shown and properly addressed like real lovers would do.
<b>⌗ 🦋┆indigo ivers</b>
𐔌 before reading this book, i knew in my heart that i will love indy ivers. i was hooked on her name, because it comes off as unique, only to know that it was derived from indigo, which happens to be my favorite color too. i always have a soft spot for sunshine and soft-hearted mcs, especially to indy, because she’s relatable more often than not, making her easy to connect with. she’s such a kind and sweet human being, and i’m sure in a friend group, she’d be the one everyone would protect at all costs. she truly embodies the spirit of someone that has so much love to give.
<blockquote>˗ˏˋ꒰<i> “Alex may have drained the old me, but the real me, I have plenty left to give. And I think I’d like to give the real me to Ryan if he wants it. I think he’d treat my heart with kindness.” </i>꒱ˎˊ˗</blockquote>
<b>⌗ 🧸┆ryan shay</b>
𐔌 if someone asked me what my ideal type is, i will make them read this and learn about him. i swear liz tomforde looked into my head and built a fictional boyfriend out of my exact taste. i literally love how he notices and remembers everything about indy, and how he genuinely cares about the things she loves—that kind of attention made me fall for him too. another thing that really got me was how he taught indy to take care of herself and to be independent, but still made her feel that it’s okay to rely on him too. i mean, you don’t see a lot of mmcs who both empower and support their love interest like that. not to forget the way he always knows what to say to pull her out of her own doubts and insecurities? he just gets her, and <i>it wrecked me.</i> that is why i firmly believe every girl deserves a ryan shay—a man who makes you feel cherished and truly seen, a man who makes you feel safe, not just with words, but with actions too.
<blockquote>˗ˏˋ꒰<i> “You wanted to have breakfast together,” he reminds me nodding towards my plate. </i>꒱ˎˊ˗</blockquote>
<blockquote>˗ˏˋ꒰<i> “I trim the stems down the way she taught me before adding the flower food to the water, trying to situate them like the professional florists do. Mine doesn’t look nearly as nice, but fuck it, I tried.” </i> ꒱ˎˊ˗</blockquote>
˗ˏˋ꒰<i> “You can teach me how to be with someone, as long as I get to teach you how to be alone. Or at least how to put yourself first.”</i> ꒱ˎˊ˗
<blockquote>˗ˏˋ꒰<i> “Do you think I’m pretty?”
“I think you’re smart. Kind. Chaotic. A bit of a smartass and too charming for your own good.”
“So, you don’t think I’m pretty, then.”
He chuckles. “Indy, I’m not blind, but even if I were, I’m pretty sure I could touch your face and understand just how fucking stunning you are, but it’s not the first thing I see anymore.” ꒱ˎˊ˗
⌗┆character development
𐔌 i also loved ryan’s character development throughout the story. not just with his romantic relationship with indy, but also in how he grew in his relationship with himself and his teammates. being a good captain doesn’t mean you need to be perfect; it means building strong relationships both on and off the field, and that’s exactly what he did. he also came to understand that he’s human too, and that he’s allowed to feel and want things just like anyone else. i’m so glad he became honest with himself, because that honesty allowed him to open up to the people around him. meanwhile, indy’s relationship with her childhood friends made me realize that it’s really okay to outgrow people, to outgrow friendships. i truly admired her because she didn’t cut them off easily and completely even though she felt left out, she still gave them the benefit of the doubt, and treated them with kindness. the woman really handled the entire situation with a pure heart and grace, and didn’t wish anyone harm.
ᝰ.ᐟ final thoughts: what they’ve been through hasn’t been easy, but it was all worth it because in the end, they got to live the life they had always wanted. needless to say, they’re perfect together. indy is undoubtedly a wife material, and ryan is a husband material! i genuinely feel like they found each other at the right time. with everything they’ve been through and how their personalities just complement one another, it’s like they were always meant to be. i love them so much! i can’t get enough of their story, and i’m definitely buying a physical copy because i need to lay my hands on it!
Liked this one more than the first, but dude the miscommunication uuuugh
I mad at everyone who didnt convince me to start this series earlier - shame on you all.
This book was PERFECT - it was everything I needed and wanted. I honestly don't want to continue this series because I don't believe anything can compare to this book in the series, but I will because science - I need to know the rest of the characters more!!!!!
This book has some heavy infertility/trying for a family topics so please take care when reading those.
What you can expect:
-best friends brother
-billionaire basketball player
-touch her/make her cry and die
-infertility struggles
-the best side characters
Do yourself a favour and start this series - that's an order. MMMKAY????
La historia de estos dos es muy graciosa y tierna. 💕
This book kinda took me by surprise. I went in with mid expectations bc i’d seen many readers DNF-ing Mile High, so I figured this one might be similar. But boi, was I wrong! I found myself smiling and kicking my feet with every chapter. The story started off great and was immediately fast-paced. The reason I gave it a 3.5 star is that around the 60% mark, the plot became somewhat repetitive. Also, the back-to-back full chapters of spicy scenes weren't really my cup of tea. BUT, the ending was very satisfying.
With the characters, I absolutely loved how their personalities were portrayed. The book didn't make their traumas the central focus, but rather how they overcame them. The speed at which they resolved misunderstandings and their communication were spot on.
Altho I didn't fully resonate with Indi, I admire her personality and aspire to be more like her… except for her messy roommate habits and constant rearranging of Ryan's apartment. But what i loved most was the emphasis on quiet, attentive love being the loudest form of affection. With the way intimacy developed through Ryan's anticipation of Blue's needs, his attentiveness, patience, and understanding…
Overall, this was an easy and light read that made me giggle and kick my feet. I'll definitely be reading the rest of the series.
I am—capital O—OBSESSED.
౨ৎ | “but the truth is when i walked out of the players entrance all i saw was blue. my perfect fucking blue.”
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‘ryan doesn’t make me feel like a burden. he doesn’t make me feel like i’m too much.’
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“come home with me, blue.” “take me home, shay.”
— ★ 5/5
i was so hesitant to start this as i hated mile high but dear lord i am so MAD at myself for putting it off this long. i was hooked from the first damn word.
i love indy so, so much. she truly deserves the world and seeing her evolve and become herself made my chest a c h e. that girl deserved her happy ending.
ryan shay, my goD. the way he talked about indy and to indy. what he did for her??? so i will now be comparing him ti every book boyfriend i read (i don’t think anyone will top him.)
the found family!!! oh rio how i love you <3 i also didn’t mind zander’s and stevie in this book either i actually really liked them.
the way indy and ryan helped eachother overcome their traumas was so bittersweet. i don’t care if their book was 500 pages long, i need another 500 stat!
oh my god ryan shay is THE STANDARD
this man🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭
also obsessed w indy one of my fav books ive read
Omg new book boyfriend unlocked. And Indy ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I HAD to read this book since it’s set in Chiraq 😮💨 Bittersweet story & taught me you can definitely be vulnerable and allow someone to take care of you/love you for who you are. The only person stopping you from finding true happiness is yo own damn self
did this book suck? yes. but did they also name their baby iverson after AI? yes. so by default… automatic 3 stars. but this book is bad.
Ryan Shay, the man that you are 😭😭
My god. I have never wanted a bb player like I want Ryan Shay 🫣🫣 okay maybe just once.
But fuuuuuuuck me. Him and Indy?? I fucking love them 😽
But I’m kinda disappointed Madisson and Logan disappeared from this book 🥲 I thought Indy was right with them. Bummer really.
just overall very cute, i spent an all nighter reading this and i have to say it was so very much worth it 😭😭 we all need a Ryan Shay in our lives‼️‼️
July 2024: Everytime I come across something about this book it brings butterflies to my stomach like no joke I genuinely loved this book still do!
I am in awe of them! They are too cute
It was Lovely to see them trust someone else after everything they’ve been through
🧀
god, this was cheesy. but like cheesy in a way that was fun to read and didn't make me wanna throw up.
4.5 ⭐️ Liz Tomforde knows how to write a cracker of a romance book. Like does she put crack in these? It’s gotta be said, I’m a sucker for roommates to lovers and Ryan and Indy deliver the goodness. So many good things with this book, the characters - chefs kiss. The conflict is realistic and evolves in a natural way. The one reason that it isn’t a flat 5 stars is because I think it could’ve been a little bit shorter and not have to sacrifice important moments. Other than that, absolute cracker of a read, definitely recommend.
have you experienced chuckling or punching air with your fist because the scenes of the book you are reading? for a while, I thought I had lost it, but this book returned the energy, and it just made me fall in love, even more! amazing is an understatement, spectacular? that can be the right to describe in one word. and I am totally consumed! the way that Ryan and Indy actually happened as a roommate, then developed to fake dating... well, we all know where it will lead, and yes, they grow feelings to each other. I can’t get over for what Ryan did for Indy even just for little things, and that were worth to swoon for! God, I love this man so freaking much. the truth is, he climbs rapidly to the ladder to become my top 3 book boyfriends. I hope Liz will not stop! writing! like! this! as in my honest thought, that is the fun part. you enjoy the whole read without realizing you are evenly turned to be obsessed—like me. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The best book boyfriend, Ryan. How is he not real??!!?!!! 🥹🫶🏻
I like it, happy to read n3 in the series
havent read a romance in so long that got me smiling squealing kicking my legs like this did
Highlights
P74 focking schattig
While yes, the inside of the cabin is comfortable and warm, the coziness she's referring to is the single bed that takes up seventy percent of the room.
"You take the bed. I can sleep on the floor." I drop my bag on the three feet of floor space I'll be sleeping on tonight.
Ooo one bed trope aswell
“Im sorry someone let you beleve you were hard to love, because, Blue, it's the easiest thing I've ever done."
OMG
"But we need Some ground rules."
"Like?"
"Like what we're going to do once you inevitably fall for me. Do llet you down easy or do I exploit all the newfound emotions you're going to feel once you realize you're in love with me?"
"You're pretty...bold for someone who just got here yesterday and still hasn't signed a lease. And you ask a lot of questions."
"You think l'm pretty?"
“Forever, Blue.”
“Why do you like reading fiction so much?” he asks without a hint of judgment.
“How else would you get to live a thousand lives in the span of only one? The beauty of fiction is that it makes you feel things on a visceral level. You can cry with those characters, laugh with them. It teaches you to look at another’s perspective, to have empathy."
“Why?”
“Why what, baby?”
“Why are you learning sign?”
“Because they’re your family and you’re mine, and the fact you even have to ask is mind-blowing to me. Learning to communicate with your family is the bare minimum, Ind.”
“I’m sorry someone let you believe you were hard to love, because, Blue, it’s the easiest thing I’ve ever done.”
He points at himself again, followed by a motion that looks as if he were taking information from an open palm to his head, finished with the sign for “sign”—index fingers circling each other backward.
'I am learning sign.'
Fresh flowers, though sometimes dead because he tried too hard to keep them alive, sitting on the kitchen island for me at home after every road trip.
Slipping my foot between hers, I nudge her feet apart to find a new addition to her shoes. Right there, inside of the left ankle is an embroidered basketball with my number and a heart stitched into the center of it.
“You look good wearing my last name, Blue.”
At some point, I should probably tell her that my love language is whichever one she wants it to be so she can stop guessing. I’ll make sure that girl feels loved however she needs.