--- product_id: 600385511 title: "The Striker (Deluxe Edition) (Gods of the Game, 1)" price: "€ 19.99" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/600385511-the-striker-deluxe-edition-gods-of-the-game-1 store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # The Striker (Deluxe Edition) (Gods of the Game, 1) **Price:** € 19.99 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Striker (Deluxe Edition) (Gods of the Game, 1) - **How much does it cost?** € 19.99 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/600385511-the-striker-deluxe-edition-gods-of-the-game-1) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description **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.** The first in a brand new series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Ana Huang. She's the only woman he wants...and the only one he can't have. Asher Donovan is a living legend―the darling of the Premier League, the (arguably) greatest footballer in the world. 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. 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. The only problem? She's his rival's sister―and completely off limits. *** Scarlett DuBois is a former prima ballerina whose career was cut short by a tragic accident. 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. 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. 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. Review: five stars! - I LOVED this book. I anticipated a little bit more darkness to match the vibe of some of Ana’s other books, but this wasn’t that at all! It was sweet, funny, and full of emotion. The chemistry between Asher and Scarlett was fantastic and I can’t get enough of their banter. I loved how playful he is with Scarlett, but at the same time he’s incredibly thoughtful and aware of her needs. This was a lengthy book for sure, but it kept moving and the pace was easy to follow. I love how Ana weaves in characters from all across the Anaverse, it’s always so fun to spot them and always makes me want to go back and reread her other books! Review: Good book - 4/5⭐️ 3/5🌶 I liked this book I could not put it down. This book keep my attention for so love I love her style of writing so much. Asher 🥰 what can I say about him ummm... I love him so much. Scarlett you sweetie I love you too. They way the book is written makes you feel like you are there. Rival's sister, forbidden love, secret girlfriend and boyfriend (from the public not each other) I love this so much, it is also slow burn but not too slow. She also mentioned other characters from the other series that she has and she dose it in a good way. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #8,971 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #91 in Sports Romance (Books) #437 in Contemporary Romance (Books) #864 in New Adult & College Romance (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 23,636 Reviews | ## Images ![The Striker (Deluxe Edition) (Gods of the Game, 1) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81PJaEeHRML.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ five stars! *by A***A on May 22, 2026* I LOVED this book. I anticipated a little bit more darkness to match the vibe of some of Ana’s other books, but this wasn’t that at all! It was sweet, funny, and full of emotion. The chemistry between Asher and Scarlett was fantastic and I can’t get enough of their banter. I loved how playful he is with Scarlett, but at the same time he’s incredibly thoughtful and aware of her needs. This was a lengthy book for sure, but it kept moving and the pace was easy to follow. I love how Ana weaves in characters from all across the Anaverse, it’s always so fun to spot them and always makes me want to go back and reread her other books! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good book *by C***K on April 27, 2026* 4/5⭐️ 3/5🌶 I liked this book I could not put it down. This book keep my attention for so love I love her style of writing so much. Asher 🥰 what can I say about him ummm... I love him so much. Scarlett you sweetie I love you too. They way the book is written makes you feel like you are there. Rival's sister, forbidden love, secret girlfriend and boyfriend (from the public not each other) I love this so much, it is also slow burn but not too slow. She also mentioned other characters from the other series that she has and she dose it in a good way. ### ⭐⭐⭐ It was okay. *by R***A on November 4, 2024* was really excited about finally reading Asher’s story. But this book lacked Ana’s characteristic drama-infused plot. Erotic romance is Huang’s main attraction, but her books actually have plots worth following. The secret dating wasn’t that exciting, there wasn’t charged tension (like Kai and Isabella’s. Ana I will never get over King of Pride). There was so much that could have been explored here: privacy intrusion by the media, rivalry with the brother, trust issues. Asher’s backstory could have been better exploited: I don’t think he was spinning out of control or unwilling to face his demons. He has a past, but until 80% of the book, it’s like he went through it and was living a rather functional life. One could argue that many live that way: burying their issues, and then something triggers it. Nonetheless, I never felt like Asher was struggling with impulsiveness or self-destruction👀 Now, we all love a man who is assertive and communicative. Asher ticked all the romantic boxes. No notes, 10/10. As for Scarlett, I appreciated her growth as a character. It was rather refreshing to get the POV of someone who is rebuilding their life and finding new direction after a personal tragedy. Also, that she is willing to put herself out there and trust. On an unrelated note, ballet was supposed to be a major part of Scarlett’s life but it fell flat in my opinion. Some lingo, students, a tough headmistress. But that was it. Ballet deserved more page-time. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Striker (Deluxe Edition) (Gods of the Game, 1) - King of Envy (Kings of Sin, 5) - The Defender (Deluxe Edition) (Gods of the Game, 2) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/600385511-the-striker-deluxe-edition-gods-of-the-game-1](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/600385511-the-striker-deluxe-edition-gods-of-the-game-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-06-08*