The Prospects

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The Prospects by KT Hoffman

384 pages | Published by Dial Press

The Set Up: Gene is the first openly trans player in minor league baseball, and is Perfectly Content with his team the way it is. When his old college teammate, Luis, is traded to his team, Gene hopes Luis gets called up to the majors ASAP. As they train together and rekindle the friendship they once had, Gene starts to allow himself to dream a little bigger.

This is the perfect romance for springtime as baseball season is kicking off. The Prospects is fast paced and witty, and brings out all the best bits of a day at the ballpark. I felt like I was sitting in the dugout cheering along with the players.

Gene's experiences as a trans athlete add an important layer of representation and authenticity to the story. I loved his stubborn optimism along with his solid friendship with Vince, and how he was able to allow Luis to be open and honest about his own life. There’s also a strong found family element with the team.

Overall a solid romance with some satisfying spice, and by the end of the book you’ll be eager to add some baseball games into your summer schedule.

Thanks to Dial Press for the advanced e-book!