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The Striker
Ana Huang

The Striker

Quick Answer

Start with "The Striker" to begin the Gods of the Game. It is the essential series starter and provides the necessary foundation for the rest of the books.

Quick Verdict

✅ Safe to read now (Series Entry Point)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: This is the essential series starter that introduces the Ana Huang's core world and character arcs. It is required reading for all new fans.

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2024592 ppSeries Starter
<p>**This stunning DELUXE EDITION is only available while supplies last and features lithofoil and spot gloss on the cover and a full color exclusive tip-in art piece.**</p> <p>The first in a brand new series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Ana Huang.</p> <p>She's the only woman he wants...and the only one he can't have.</p> <p>Asher Donovan is a living legend--the darling of the Premier League, the (arguably) greatest footballer in the world.</p> <p>But his reckless antics and recent team transfer have caused much controversy, and when his feud with his rival-turned-teammate costs them a championship, they're forced to "bond" during off-season cross-training.</p> <p>Surviving the summer shouldn't be hard...until Asher meets their new trainer. She's beautiful, talented, and no matter how hard he tries, he can't take his mind off her.</p> <p>The only problem? She's his rival's sister--and completely off limits.</p> <p>***</p> <p>Scarlett DuBois is a former prima ballerina whose career was cut short by a tragic accident.</p> <p>Now a teacher at a prestigious dance academy but still haunted by the ghosts of her past, the last thing she wants is to spend the summer cross-training Asher Donovan, of all people.</p> <p>She swore she would never date a footballer, but when her brother leaves town for an emergency, she finds herself thrown into dangerously close proximity with the gorgeous, charming striker.</p> <p>Training, she can deal with. But falling in love? That's out of the question--especially when he's the only person with the power to break her heart.</p>
Next Recommended Book

THE DEFENDER

Book #2 of 2 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Gods of the Game conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading The Striker?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read The Striker before other books in the series?

Yes, The Striker is the first book in the series and is the ideal starting point for new readers.

Is The Striker required reading for the Gods of the Game?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after The Striker in the reading order?

The next recommended book after The Striker is THE DEFENDER (Book #2).