The Friend Zone, Kristen Callihan
The Friend Zone, Kristen Callihan
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The Friend Zone

Author: Kristen Callihan

Series: Game On #2

Narrator: Grace Grant, Teddy Hamilton

Unabridged: 10 hr 20 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 04/05/2022

Categories: Fiction, Romance


Synopsis

Gray doesn't make friends with women. He has sex with them. Until Ivy.

The last thing star tight-end Gray Grayson wants to do is drive his agent's daughter's bubblegum pink car. But he needs the wheels and she's studying abroad. Something he explains when she sends him an irate text to let him know exactly how much pain she'll put him in if he crashes her beloved ride. Before he knows it, Ivy Mackenzie has become his best texting bud. But then Ivy comes home and everything goes haywire. Because the only thing Gray can think of is being with Ivy.

Ivy doesn't have sex with friends. Especially not with a certain football player. No matter how hot he makes her . . .

Gray drives Ivy crazy. He's irreverent, sex on a stick, and completely off limits. Because, Ivy has one golden rule: never get involved with one of her father's clients. A rule that's proving harder to keep now that Gray is doing his best to seduce her. Her best friend is fast becoming the most irresistible guy she's ever met.

Which means Gray is going to have to use all his skills to win Ivy's heart. Game on.

Contains mature themes.

About Kristen Callihan

Kristen Callihan is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author known for her emotionally charged romance novels that blend passion, humor, and deeply human connection. She has earned a devoted readership for her ability to craft compelling love stories across contemporary, paranormal, and new adult romance, with characters that feel authentic, flawed, and intensely relatable.

Callihan is best known for popular series such as the Darkest London paranormal romance novels, the VIP contemporary romance series, and the Game On sports romance series. Her books frequently explore themes of trust, vulnerability, and self-discovery, pairing heartfelt emotional arcs with dynamic chemistry and memorable dialogue. Whether set in modern celebrity culture, historical-inspired fantasy, or competitive sports, her stories balance sensuality with emotional depth.

Praised for her engaging pacing and character-driven narratives, Kristen Callihan's work translates especially well to audiobook format, where her sharp banter and emotional nuance shine. With a diverse catalog and a consistent focus on powerful romantic connection, Callihan continues to be a standout voice in modern romance fiction.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Emily on November 04, 2025

I really enjoyed this book. The emotions felt real, and I could relate to Lacey’s struggle of loving someone who doesn’t see it yet. The chemistry between her and Gavin was intense but frustrating in a good way. A heartfelt debut that sticks with you.......more