The Troublemaker (The Dugout Book 4)

A fake marriage deal was never in my life’s plan.
Especially not to Easton Bailey.

Chicago Colts flashy shortstop.
The kind of man built for a good time and allergic to forever.
And the one who just slid a ring on my finger… on paper.

It’s supposed to be simple.
A mutually beneficial arrangement.
I play nanny to his son. He plays husband to my family.

No emotions. No complications. And absolutely no falling for each other.

Turns out pretending to be a family is the fastest way to break every rule we set.

Because he watches me like it was never just a deal.
Because he trusts me with the person who matters most.
Because the more we pretend, the less fake it feels.

And now the man who was never supposed to stay is the one I can't lose.

Piper Rayne is an Amazon Top 50 and USA Today Bestselling Author duo who believes in soft places to land, big laughs, and happily-ever-afters.

Piper’s the one who turns up the heat and humor—spinning tension, spark, and steam into moments that make you blush into your pillow and grin through the next chapter.

Rayne’s the one who tugs on your heartstrings—mixing locker-room laughs, brotherhood banter, and the kind of heart-punch moments that hit when you least expect them.

Together, they create stories that feel like family—sometimes found, sometimes blood—but always the kind that stays with you long after the final word.

At the end of the day, Piper and Rayne write love stories that they hope feel real, funny, with just the right amount of steam… ones that make your heart race and your world a little warmer.

"Fake marriage, a flashy shortstop, and all the spice. ​Piper Rayne completely nailed this." - Amanda, Goodreads Reviewer

"Piper Rayne has again managed to make me feel absolutely every feeling under the sun." - Amelia, Goodreads Reviewer

"Talk about a plot twist. Get ready because your jaw will be on the floor."- Chelsea, Goodreads Reviewer

"Baseball romance: single dad to a surprise baby, fake marriage, forced proximity, best friend betrayal. It's all there!" - Rita, Goodreads Reviewer

"Piper Rayne took me on an emotional roller coaster I was not prepared for." - Novellaworm, Goodreads Reviewer

"The writing was spectacular, the pacing was flawless, and honestly, I don't have a single criticism."- HollyJane, Goodreads Reviewer

"The pacing was excellent from beginning to end, never dragging while still giving the emotional moments room to land. And that plot twist? Absolutely wild." - Audio Book Lover, Goodreads Reviewer

"I am such a sucker for a marriage of convenience romance, and Easton and Hadley absolutely delivered." - Maggie, Goodreads Reviewer

"Holy CROW! Talk about Grand Slam!!! Easton and Hadley are IT." - Livy, Goodreads Reviewer

"This book was emotional, swoony, and left my heart incredibly happy." - Paula, Goodreads Reviewer

"This book made me smile, laugh, and get emotional at all the right moments. It had the perfect mix of romance, family, and character growth." - Akku, Goodreads Reviewer

"I laughed, I cried, and by the time I reached the final page, I wanted to turn right back to the beginning and experience it all over again." - Carissa, Goodreads Reviewer

"Filled with lovable characters, plenty of chemistry, and all the feels, this fake marriage romance delivers a satisfying happily ever after that left me smiling."- Cigi, Goodreads Reviewer

"These characters had incredible depth and told one heck of a story." - Reading in the Red Room, Goodreads Reviewer

"Easton Bailey is the one you will 100% NEVER FORGET!!!!" - Lou, Goodreads Reviewer

"That found family that was intertwined within Easton, Tanner and Hadley was unmatched! " - Abbie, Goodreads Reviewer

"Piper Rayne knocked it out of the park with a Grand Slam finale after sending in three other amazing runs!!(books hehe)!!!" - Shannon, Goodreads Reviewer

"The plot twist was chefs kiss because I DID NOT see that coming. I was shook."- Denise, Goodreads Reviewer

"This book was a masterpiece of a sports romance, had me laughing, crying and just enjoying the ride."- Emmy, Goodreads Reviewer

"A great mix of romance, family, humor, and swoon-worthy moments!" - Kara, Goodreads Reviewer

"This dynamic duo managed to hit a grand slam, steal home, and walk off into the sunset with my entire heart." - Alexia, Goodreads Reviewer

"Another heartfelt, funny, and incredibly swoony romance filled with my favorite found family, emotional deep connections, a twist that you won't see coming and so much undeniable chemistry." - BookishMarineMama03, Goodreads Reviewer