by Rheland Richmond (co-authored with Emerson Beckett ) is the third installment in the popular Package Deal Series . This M/M sports romance is a deeply emotional exploration of found family , grief , and the unexpected paths to love . Core Narrative & Characters
Jackson turns to Simon Taylor , the "hardass" team doctor and his long-time best friend, for help. Unnecessary Roughness by Rheland Richmond
A hallmark of Richmond's writing, the book emphasizes how friends and teammates provide a crucial safety net during life's hardest moments. by Rheland Richmond (co-authored with Emerson Beckett )
Jackson balances his public persona as a star athlete with the private, tender responsibilities of fatherhood. Reader Reception & Series Context Unnecessary Roughness by Rheland Richmond
Much of the emotional weight comes from Jackson and Parker processing the loss of Allison.