Samantha Kane - Misconduct review

I've been a Birmingham Rebels fan since book 1, Broken Play. And I love getting lost in their world.  We've seen glimpses of Danny and Tom throughout the other books, but I really enjoyed finally getting their stories!  Tom has always been a good guy. The boy next door, with newly found sexual desires and temptations. He finds himself attracted to Carmina, but never acted on that desire.  Danny, on the other hand, has found himself in trouble in the past and he's a part of the Rebels for a reason. He's trying to move past that part of his life but hasn't quite overcome the trauma and the anger he has held onto. Tom has been a good friend to him and a good roommate. They understand each other.  They also shared an experience with a few other people to help Marian overcome her trauma. It was unexpected for Danny and he couldn't talk or think about what happened.
Carmina is trying to get her life back to "normal". She wants to date and be treated like a woman, not someone overcoming a traumatic experience and dealing with a head injury. She has had Sam as her protector, but she wants to spread her wings.  Tom is safe and a comfortable choice for her.  He helps her when he learns about a problem she has. 
I enjoyed the ease Tom and Carmina have with each other and loved how sweet he was with her.  Then the sexual tension between Carmina and Danny had been building. And whew! H-O-T-T! When heat up between them, they are scorching.  Danny has to face what he didn't want to acknowledge and even though it's an atypical relationship (for most, not others on the Rebels team), it works for them.  I was sucked into this book and enjoyed their story and their love for one another. If MFM isn't your thing, then skip this book, but Samantha Kane writes in such a wonderful way that she may change your mind. She makes the reader feel for her characters and let's that slow burn happen.  Great series and I really enjoyed this read!

The Birmingham Rebels play both sides of the field, proving that the hottest action isn’t always in the arena.

Rookie running back Tom Kelly loves the perks of football stardom. Men, women—there’s no shortage of companionship for a pro athlete who’s hot, young, and willing, and Tom is definitely willing. But deep down he wants a committed three-way relationship, especially if the female in the middle is Carmina de la Cruz. The undeniably sexy Army veteran may not say much, but her body speaks loud and clear.

After a traumatic tour in Afghanistan, Carmina is struggling to regain her speech and rebuild her life. More than anything, she wants to feel like a woman again. Tom may be a wholesome All-American, but he knows just how she needs to be touched—and he’s not the only Rebel who arouses her interest. With his scorching intensity, Tom’s best friend leaves her wondering if two players might be better than one.

Danny Smith is no stranger to his team’s kinky reputation. He gave in to temptation once, but he’s not going down that road again. Sure, Carmina’s curves promise pleasure, but her eyes guarantee it comes with baggage—and Danny has enough of his own. Still, giving up control can feel so good. And when it comes to everything Danny craves, Carmina and Tom make the perfect team.

Don’t miss any of Samantha Kane’s steamy Birmingham Rebels novels:
BROKEN PLAY | CALLING THE PLAY | JACKED UP | MISCONDUCT

“With her Birmingham Rebels series, Samantha Kane deftly blends football and sensual fantasy, and I can’t wait to read more!”—New York Times bestselling author Virna DePaul

“Samantha Kane writes the kind of books that suck you in and won’t let you put them down until you’re finished!”—USA Today bestselling author Kate Pearce

Misconduct is intended for mature audiences. This ebook includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.