My Current Reads . . . A New Piper Rayne Romance!
I’m late with my ARC, but you can read it too! Available on all platforms! ⚾️♥️
📖 Book: The Rulebreaker
📖 Series: The Dugout, Book 3
✍️ Author: Piper Rayne
📆 Publication Date: May 15, 2026
📖 Genre Tags: Romance
💬 Blurb: I’m the coach’s daughter. Falling for one of my father's players was never the plan. Especially not Decker Davis. Chicago Colts third baseman. Dependable. Steady. The guy everyone trusts. And the man who’s spent years keeping his distance—especially from me. We have history. The kind that ten years and a thousand miles can’t touch. So, this time, I promised myself I'd be smarter. No getting attached. No blurred lines. And definitely, no falling. He broke every last one within the first week. Because Decker doesn’t just show up for me. He shows up for my daughter. Because he fits into our lives like he was always meant to be there. Because he looks at me like I was never something he wanted to lose. And suddenly, the walls I've spent years building don't feel nearly as solid as they used to. But if I let him in, I’m not just risking my heart—I’m risking hers too…and I already know what losing him costs. I won’t let my daughter pay that price.
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As a huge fan of sports romance novels, I was thrilled to dive into Piper Rayne's The Rulebreaker, the third installment in The Dugout series. The story is set against the backdrop of the Chicago Colts, a fictional baseball team that feels so authentic thanks to Rayne's detailed depiction of the sport and the lives intertwined with it. What really stood out to me was the compelling dynamic between the coach’s daughter and Decker Davis, the dependable third baseman. Their history, layered with unresolved feelings and the tension of previously kept distance, brings a depth that goes beyond typical romance plots. The message about protecting loved ones, especially the daughter, adds emotional stakes that kept me hooked. I appreciated how the novel explores themes of trust, healing, and second chances. Decker’s role isn’t just about romance; it’s about fitting into a family and being someone reliable, which adds a genuine warmth to the story. Plus, the balance of baseball action with heartfelt moments made it feel well-rounded rather than one-dimensional. For readers who enjoy a blend of sports and heartfelt romance, this book delivers perfectly. Also notable is the advance reader copy (ARC) availability, allowing eager readers to engage early and share their thoughts. It’s a great glimpse into what’s to come, with a May 15, 2026 publication date that fans of the genre should mark on their calendars. Whether you’re already invested in The Dugout series or looking for a fresh, emotive read with strong characters and a romantic sports theme, The Rulebreaker won’t disappoint. It’s definitely earned a spot on my currently reading list, and I look forward to seeing how Piper Rayne continues to develop this captivating baseball romance saga.