
Jackie Ashenden
32 SeriesJackie Ashenden is a New Zealand author known for her contemporary romance novels, which feature dark, emotional stories with alpha males and strong heroines. She began writing at age 11 and transitioned to full-time writing after encouragement from another romance author. Ashenden resides in Auckland with her family.
In "Talking Dirty with the Player," the first book of Jackie Ashenden's series, photographer Judith Ashton's life is upended when Caleb Steele, her brother's best friend and her former heartbreak, reenters her life. Despite their undeniable chemistry, Judith is wary of Caleb's past as a playboy. As a professional rugby player, Caleb sees Judith as his weakness but faces her brother's disapproval and a career opportunity that could take him away from her. Amidst these challenges, Caleb knows pursuing Judith is risky. This is one game he might not win.