Wicket Maiden

Chrissie Harrison

The groundbreaking British romantic comedy set in the world of women’s cricket.
This closed door, no spice sports romance is a must-have for lovers of the movie "Notting Hill".
Can the female sports star and the fan succeed in love and life?

It’s the start of a new season for professional women’s cricket team The Scorpions.

Acclaimed batter Ellie, 32, is returning to the game after a long injury, determined to regain her form and her place in the England squad. This is her last chance, and she won’t let anything stand in her way.

Cricket fan Adam, 34, an artist and photographer, has followed Ellie and the team through highs and lows. He’s drawn to her talent, athleticism and public persona - but is content to be a face in the crowd, cheering her on. He’d never date a famous person, anyway.

When events on and off the pitch bring Ellie and Adam together, friendship blossoms, and their careers initially soar. Yet, with romance in the air, Ellie loses focus, jeopardising her dream.

What’s more important to them both - love, or cricket?

A share of the book’s royalties is donated to Her Game Too, who champion the development of girls’ and women’s cricket.

More Details

IAC Main Tropes:

Sports, Slow Burn, Fated Mates/Soulmates

Detailed Tropes:

Sports romance, Romcom, Women’s cricket, Cricket romance, Slow-burn, Closed door, Celebrity & regular guy, Critical illness rep, Soulmate, Cinnamon roll MMC, Only one bed, No 3rd Act breakup

Representations in This Book:

Health Disorder

Age Groups:

Adult

Spice Level:

Level 2

Available Formats:

Paperback, eBook

Content Information:

Level 3

Contains mild swearing, depiction of epileptic seizure.

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About the Author

Chrissie Harrison

I’m an incurable romantic, and a sucker for great humour. I’ve been writing for many years, and all the stories contain love, humour, or both – I simply can’t keep these elements out of my work.

I have a soft spot for stories with strong women and nerdy or hapless guys – and sometimes pathos or bittersweet vibes. I like the connection between my protagonists to be more than physical; a way for them to bond and help solve each other’s problems. I’m also keen to shine a light on mental health issues, especially anxiety and neurodiversity, as these are close to my heart. My novels are dual POV stories, sweet rather than spicy, and often put a twist on genre staples whilst being centred on relatable relationships and situations.

I’m inspired by the big and small screen as well as books, and have a soft spot for Richard Curtis’ romcoms, timeless TV comedy like The Good Life and Blackadder, less well-known feelgood films and romances (Always, Forget Paris, Roxanne), and newer, brilliantly observed or scripted shows (Colin From Accounts, Dinosaur). Books which make me laugh include Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, The Rosie Project, Cat Lady, and The Hating Game.

Outside of writing, I enjoy photography, great scenery, a nice peaceful train ride, delicious coffee and cake, and catching up with old friends.

Chrissie Harrison is a pen name.

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