Take a Chance Shelley Shepard Gray- Bridgeport Social Club Series #1

Description:

Kurt Holland wants the best for his younger brother, which is why he moves Sam to Bridgeport, Ohio. It's a bigger town with a well-known high school. Just the place to give his little brother more opportunities-maybe even a scholarship to college. Kurt hopes his gamble pays off, since Sam's future isn't the only thing riding on it. Kurt's put most of his savings into a new landscaping business there, too. But when Sam gets in trouble for fighting at school, Kurt isn't so sure it was the right decision ... until he meets Sam's English teacher.

Emily Springer is passionate about helping all of her students succeed, but there's something about Sam Holland that makes her want to go the extra mile. When he's caught in a fight at school, she goes to bat in his defense, and during a conference with the principal she meets Sam's rugged older brother-and guardian. Emily has a strict no-dating policy when it comes to her students' parents, but Kurt isn't technically Sam's parent. It's OK to bend the rules a little bit, right?

In an effort to make some friends and find a place in the Bridgeport community, Kurt starts up a weekly poker game in his garage. It's not long before everyone wants in, and they all soon discover that these Friday night poker gatherings are about more than just the game.

Shelley Shepard Gray's new Bridgeport Social Club series is about men who need a place to call home, a community in need of hope, and a group of women who are special enough to help both things happen. This first installment is genuine and heartfelt. It's filled with hope, warmth, and the belief that love and acceptance can overcome any tough situation.

My thoughts on the book:
Kurt and Sam are new to Bridgeport the idea is too keep there heads down and get Sam into the best college. Emily is leery of almost all men she's had her taste of bad relationship. She sees the potential in Sam to do great things, but can she help Sam and keep her whits about her.

I will start off saying I thought this book was just like Shelley's other books and that its was a christian book and I will say that is not the case.  This book does have some curse words as well as some sexual induendos though out the book. Now that being said this book was a very sweet read I really enjoyed the fun characters and how they just seemed to be flawed and broken but will stop at nothing to better their own lives and well as those lives around them. I really enjoyed how Sam and Kay played a big part in this book along with Kurt and Sam. I think in the end I was left wanting more wondering what was next for all of the characters, I understand this is a series so I hope they will appear in the other book. Over all I would recommend this book for anyone over 13. It was a sweet story and well worth the read.
 I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley. I was under no obligation to post a review and have given my honest opinion

Where you can buy the book:
Amazon
www.barnesandnoble.com

Where you can connect with the author:
www.shelleyshepardgray.com


While at your favorite bookstore/website check out Shelley Shepard Gray's other books, You will not be disappointed. Thanks for stopping by and feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments.