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RIGHT THE FIRST TIME // SHAFER U BOOK 1

He’s the smoking-hot football star.
I’m the nerd just trying to graduate.
So why does he keep staring at me?

I’ve always been the girl guys ignore until they need my class notes. But being invisible suits me. I’m at college to keep my head down, get accepted to grad school and hopefully save my dysfunctional family.

Simple enough—until Cam Forrester looks my way.

I’m not about to get sidetracked by some sexy wide receiver. The last time I trusted a man like him I got burned so bad I still can’t shake the dark memories.

But when Cam rescues me from one of the most humiliating moments of my life, I realize this cold, cocky athlete isn’t so cold when he’s around me.

So when he vows to prove to me he’s more than meets the eye…well, what girl wouldn’t give in?

Trust a heartbreaker with my fragile heart?
That’s a dangerous play.
And I’m all in.

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  • Right the First Time contains graphic sexual content as well as references to:

    • Sexual assault

    • Revenge porn

    • Substance abuse

★★★★★
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING:

“Sizzling chemistry between the two with great supporting characters as their friends, hoping to see stories of their own further down the series. Great read and I’m looking forward to reading more from Kristen!”

LET IT BE ME // SHAFER U BOOK 2

There’s just one problem with having a hot football player for a best friend…

To everyone else on campus, Lorenzo Rossi is the football star with the promising future. To me, he's the other half of my heart. My source of strength since childhood. Oh yeah, and the only man I've ever loved.

But he doesn't need to know that.
Because Lorenzo isn’t just perfection, he’s unattainable for a girl like me. Best friends is the best we can do.

Until the day Lorenzo goes into surgery and comes out saying the words I’ve spent a lifetime longing to hear…and ‘just friends’ goes out the window.

Suddenly I have everything I've ever wanted and one long, steamy summer to enjoy it—warm days under the sun with Lorenzo, hot nights in his bed, and scorching games of truth or dare.

There’s only one problem…Lorenzo knows something I don’t. And it might just break my heart.

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  • Let It Be Me contains graphic sexual content as well as references to:

    • Pregnancy loss (mentioned in passing, not described in detail) 

    • Substance abuse

★★★★★
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“If you're like me and you live for a good friends-to-lovers romance, then Let It Be Me is about to sweep you off your feet! Cue the happy squeals! This one gave me all the warm, slow-burn fuzzies I crave in a romance.”

HATE TO BE THE ONE // SHAFER U BOOK 3 - COMING NOV 3RD

Hating the arrogant quarterback was easy…until I needed his help

My escape is all planned out: get promoted at my restaurant job, finish college, avoid distractions—i.e. men—and soon love, with all its broken promises, will be in the rearview mirror.

Until my manager informs me that if I want that promotion, I’ll need to be trained—by none other than Reeve Dalton.

Shafer U’s cocky blue-eyed quarterback?
The man I’ve despised since he humiliated my best friend? Please, no.

I’m not afraid to let Reeve know I find his arrogance infuriating instead of intoxicating—no matter how many times he catches me staring at his sexy signature smirk.

If only he didn't step in and rescue me from a humiliating showdown with my ex. If only he wasn’t so good at firing up my short temper.
Then maybe my desire wouldn’t burn even hotter than my hate.

Now I’m in trouble.

Because girls all over campus would throw away their lives for one night with Reeve… and I might just be one of them.

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“This book will charm “the pants off you” and leave you going back for more. I thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful love story. This book will not disappoint!”

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  • "Sizzling chemistry between the two with great supporting characters as their friends, hoping to see stories of their own further down the series. Really enjoyed the support Cam was giving to Lenni, so much care and definitely emotionally mature for his age. Great read and looking forward to reading more from Kristen!"

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  • "This book was amazing. So much angst but so much fun! I love their dynamics and the way their relationship progresses. Also loved the drama and plot twists. Not sure which side character/s I hope the next book is about if theres one. There are too many good options."

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  • "Kristen Vail’s Right The First Time is a captivating college sports romance that masterfully blends heart, humor, and emotional depth. With sizzling chemistry, heartfelt moments, and a deeply satisfying romance, Right The First Time is a must-read for fans of college sports love stories. Kristen Vail delivers a book that balances angst, passion, and emotional growth."

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