Welcome to North Bay
The North Bay books are a series of small-town romance novels written by Stephanie Giese. These books are lighthearted romantic comedies with a strong focus on consent as well as mental health and treatment. Book One, Out of Left Field, is Mike and Danielle's slow-burning baseball romance. Each book in the North Bay series is a sweet romance with medium heat.
FAQ's About Out of Left Field
What is this book about?​
Out of Left Field is a small-town, slow burning sports romance with medium heat. When a minor league baseball player with a dark secret gets a fresh start with a new team, will finding love be enough to keep the demons of his past away?
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What does “medium heat” mean?
It means there is some spicy adult content and language in the book. However, this book contains much more plot than spice. Most advanced readers have rated the book at two chili peppers, which is on the milder side of medium. More specifically, it means this book contains open-door love scenes. In other words, Out of Left Field is a sweet romance with a dash of spice.
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Are there content/trigger warnings?
Yes. The content warnings are listed at the beginning of the book. Stephanie’s fictional work has a strong focus on mental health, treatment, and consent. Readers should be aware that this book involves adult language and content, consensual sexual situations, and themes of addiction, abandonment, and grief.
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What if I don’t like sports? Can I still enjoy this book?
Of course! You don’t have to love sports to enjoy a sports romance, just like you don’t have to play soccer or watch hockey to enjoy Ted Lasso or The Mighty Ducks.
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Who is the author?
Stephanie Giese is an independent author in Tampa, Florida. Her work has appeared in magazines, newspapers, and three humor anthologies, including the New York Times best-selling I Just Want to Pee Alone. In 2021, she authored the memoir All I Never Knowed. Books One and Two of her upcoming North Bay romantic comedy series, Out of Left Field and Right As Rain, are set for release in 2025.
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Where can I buy it?
Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or get a signed or gift-wrapped copy or a book box through Steph's Etsy shop.
What do other people think about this book?
You can see what advanced readers are saying on Goodreads or StoryGraph.
Where can I find Steph?
Check out her profile on TikTok or join her private Facebook group for romance readers.
