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nmann's review against another edition
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
For the hockey fans out there, this one's a winner. The author clearly knows their stuff – the details of the hockey world were spot-on, making this a truly immersive experience.
This book surprised me in the best way possible. It wasn't just about the game (though that part was fantastic), it also packed a surprising emotional punch. It was funny, heartwarming, and left me with all the warm fuzzies.
Let's talk characters: Gigi is fantastic. She's ambitious, independent, and works her tail off to prove herself, not relying on her famous dad's name. Loved that! Luke's backstory is definitely a tear-jerker, and his journey throughout the book is inspiring. He is also just a good example of a non-problematic male character. I also loved how Gigi mom stepped up for Luke, and the found-family aspect of it.
The romance was also a win. It's a slow burn with tons of chemistry, and these two characters communicate very maturely. There were some steamier moments that weren't quite my thing (hence the one star deduction – it's a personal preference, not the book's fault!), but overall, it was a fantastic love story.
Oh, and bonus points for the audiobook! Having dual narrators really brought the characters to life.
So, if you're looking for a fun, heartwarming read with a healthy dose of hockey and romance, this book is a sure goal!
Content Warnings
Minor: Murder, Death of parent, and Domestic abuse
glutenfreemaggie's review against another edition
3.0
I was really enjoying this book until the ending which felt so rushed and unrealistic in some ways. If you’re looking for spice this is great for that, though there’s practically none in the last quarter of the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Murder, and Death of parent
karyzi's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Death of parent
chaptersofchase's review against another edition
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Well… I just read my first Elle Kennedy book and it was not what I expected.
It was better. So much better. 🤩
Genre: Romance
Format: 🎧
Audiobook Narration: ☆☆☆☆☆
Pub Date: 10.31.2023
Star Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆
“I don’t love change, personally. I prefer stability. Once I feel comfortable with something—a place, a person, a routine—I want it to last forever. I hate that it never does.”
Why hasn’t anyone put an Elle Kennedy in my hands and said, “read this right now”?? I mean, seriously. I devoured this book. I loved the characters, their chemistry, and all of the open-door romance. I was definitely not prepared for what Kennedy had in store for me, but goodness, was it fun.
Not only was it full of some very steamy scenes, but it was also full of so much heart. The character development was 👌🏼 I was completely floored by Ryder and all he endured in his life, but what I loved more was how supportive Gigi was of the Prom King. They had fun and picked on one another, but the respect they showed was unmatched, and everyone deserves that type of relationship.
🥵 Doors wide open romance
💯 Character development
😍 The chemistry
🥹 Viva Las Vegas
I recommend reading The Graham Effect if you are fully prepared to be immersed in Elle Kennedy’s writing. As soon as I finished, I immediately preordered The Dixon Rule and may have already started reading it 😉
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It was better. So much better. 🤩
Genre: Romance
Format: 🎧
Audiobook Narration: ☆☆☆☆☆
Pub Date: 10.31.2023
Star Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆
“I don’t love change, personally. I prefer stability. Once I feel comfortable with something—a place, a person, a routine—I want it to last forever. I hate that it never does.”
Why hasn’t anyone put an Elle Kennedy in my hands and said, “read this right now”?? I mean, seriously. I devoured this book. I loved the characters, their chemistry, and all of the open-door romance. I was definitely not prepared for what Kennedy had in store for me, but goodness, was it fun.
Not only was it full of some very steamy scenes, but it was also full of so much heart. The character development was 👌🏼 I was completely floored by Ryder and all he endured in his life, but what I loved more was how supportive Gigi was of the Prom King. They had fun and picked on one another, but the respect they showed was unmatched, and everyone deserves that type of relationship.
🥵 Doors wide open romance
💯 Character development
😍 The chemistry
🥹 Viva Las Vegas
I recommend reading The Graham Effect if you are fully prepared to be immersed in Elle Kennedy’s writing. As soon as I finished, I immediately preordered The Dixon Rule and may have already started reading it 😉
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Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse
kirsten_shergold's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Elle Kennedy does it again.
Before reading this book I 100% recomend looking up the trigger warnings as this book does have a bit of triggering content.
The deal is one of my all time faves and I picked this book upnot knowing this was a second gen book that follows hannah and Garrett's daughter.
Also the female sports representation is incredible and needed, I have never read a book where the FMC is the hockey player,this book also covers how unfair womens hockey is multipul times and brings up an important conversation.
The only issue I have with this book is how quick the end was. The first half of the book dragged on but the last 100 pages felt rushed.especially the marriage plot
Hannah and Garret feel like grown up version of them selvs which is nice because in some second gen books the parents feel either 1 - as if they haven't aged and are still collage aged or 2 - like compleatly new charecters
The best example I can think of is thatGarrent still calls hannah wellsy or how he is so protective over their kids.
Before reading this book I 100% recomend looking up the trigger warnings as this book does have a bit of triggering content.
The deal is one of my all time faves and I picked this book up
Also the female sports representation is incredible and needed, I have never read a book where the FMC is the hockey player,
The only issue I have with this book is how quick the end was. The first half of the book dragged on but the last 100 pages felt rushed.
Hannah and Garret feel like grown up version of them selvs which is nice because in some second gen books the parents feel either 1 - as if they haven't aged and are still collage aged or 2 - like compleatly new charecters
The best example I can think of is that
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Domestic abuse
Moderate: Child abuse
kerrinikole's review against another edition
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Murder
siddhi15's review
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The book's fine. Like agressively fine. It's a good thing I like Gigi and Ryder otherwise I would have been dragging through the book.
Also the marriage seems completely out of left field but if the author says it works out, then I guess it will.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Domestic abuse
loveandolive's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse
mousewitched's review against another edition
4.0
someone wanna tell me why i got weepy at this FUCKING HOCKEY BOOK
briefly coming back to this review to add: i get the pwhl didn't exist when this book was written, but come on. there were SEVERAL professional women's hockey leagues at the time of writing/publishing, and not a single mention? no nod to the phf? pwhpa (this one i get because of the ties to team usa i guess)? ewhl? anything? foolish.
briefly coming back to this review to add: i get the pwhl didn't exist when this book was written, but come on. there were SEVERAL professional women's hockey leagues at the time of writing/publishing, and not a single mention? no nod to the phf? pwhpa (this one i get because of the ties to team usa i guess)? ewhl? anything? foolish.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Child abuse, Murder, and Domestic abuse
pippamillerxoxo_'s review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Sexual content, Violence, Bullying, Gaslighting, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Death of parent, Death, Grief, and Murder