Breaking the Rules by Mariah Dietz

Breaking the Rules

Love will score against the odds

Written byMariah Dietz
Length12h12m
Release dateNovember 14, 2023
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.8 (261 ratings)

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AuthorMariah Dietz
NarratorLyssa Browne, Jameson Adams
Runtime12h12m
PublishedNovember 14, 2023
Rating★★★★☆ 4.8 / 5 (261 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Contemporary, Sports
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Mariah Dietz delivers a contemporary romance that’s as athletic as it is emotional, weaving a love story around the high-stakes world of collegiate basketball. Breaking the Rules isn’t just about slam dunks and last-second shots—it’s a raw, heartfelt exploration of ambition, identity, and the messy reality of trying to be yourself when the world keeps trying to box you in. Dietz balances the fast-paced energy of the court with intimate, character-driven scenes that crackle with tension and tenderness, making this far more than a sports romance. The prose is snappy, the dialogue feels lived-in, and the stakes feel personal, like you’re right there in the bleachers or on the sidelines, watching two stubborn souls collide head-on. If you’ve ever rooted for an underdog—or a love story that refuses to play by the rules—this one’s got your number. Narrated with crisp precision by Lyssa Browne and Jameson Adams, the audiobook leans into the dual perspectives of its leads, pulling listeners into their competing drives with dynamic energy. Browne brings a fierce charisma to protagonist Kai, capturing her competitive fire and vulnerability in equal measure, while Adams grounds the story with a steady, soulful performance that makes every emotional beat land with weight. The production is polished but never sterile, allowing the humor and heartache of the story to breathe without losing momentum. It’s an audiobook that sounds as fast as the game it’s built around, yet lingers long after the final buzzer sounds.

Tags: contemporary sports romancecollege basketball love storyslow-burn enemies-to-loversfemale athlete romancesteamy audiobook narrationaudiobook with dual narrators

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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I went in expecting a breezy sports romance, but Breaking the Rules surprised me by being so much more—smart, messy, and deeply human. Lyssa Browne’s narration of Kai’s chapters is electric, her voice dripping with the kind of competitive edge that makes you cheer even when Kai’s being stubborn (and let’s be real, she’s stubborn a lot). Jameson Adams, meanwhile, nails the quieter moments, especially in the scenes between Kai and her rival-turned-teammate, Dax. Their dynamic crackles with the kind of tension that’s equal parts frustrating and intoxicating, and the way the narration switches between them keeps the story feeling fresh and unpredictable. The production is top-tier, with just the right amount of ambient noise to make the basketball scenes feel immersive without drowning out the dialogue. My only quibble? The pacing occasionally stumbles in the middle act, where the romance starts to overshadow the sport a bit too much. Still, Dietz’s writing more than makes up for it, especially in the book’s latter half, where the emotional payoff hits like a game-winning shot. If you’re a fan of romances that don’t shy away from conflict or characters who feel like real people (flaws and all), this one’s a slam dunk.

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