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4.18 AVERAGE
4.18 AVERAGE
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
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πΆπΆ.5
π Hockey Romance
π Assistant Coach X Goalie
π Second Chance
π Age Gap
π Single Guardian X Single Dad
π Forbidden
This is the first AUDIO I have listened to by Helena and I am so head over heels for her writing. This woman has the best humor and has me wrapped all the way around Roman's finger π.
Stephen Dexter and Stella Bloom did an absolutely amazing job bringing Roman and Lexi to life. I have loved a lot of audio characters but these two are by far my favorite π. Stephen has that gravely voice that can make things happen down stairs and it will look like I sat in a puddle π¦. He could read me a grocery list and it would happen. He just has that perfect voice that commands your attention and your body. Let's not discount Stella and her amazing performance of Lexi. She did such an amazing job giving her so much life.
I couldn't get enough of this book. It was one of those books that when I wasn't listening to it I was thinking about it. At times I was thinking about this book when I should have been on a completely different book.
Roman was such an amazing man all the way around. He took care of everyone he cared about and made sure that they were cared for. I loved that about him. He not only cared about Lexi but he LOVED Callie and Fe just as much. He made sure that they felt included with everything. It made my heart β€οΈ feel so full everytime he had a moment with each one of the girls.
Lexi couldn't have been a better role model and person. I loved her passion and candor all the way. She loved her family and her career but not her career more than her family. She knew what she needed to do to best provide for the girls and did it. I loved that she was so willing to do whatever she could to take care of the girls in every way possible. Mentally and physically.
Lexi and Roman together were an absolute DREAM π. They were the perfect match for each other because they offset everything in each other. He was able to help guide Lexi and the girls with how he had already done so with his daughter.
When the final news came I SQUEALED out loud!! I was so dang happy for this family!
π₯ Let's Talk About Sex Baby π₯΅: πΆοΈπΆοΈ.5 /5
Lexi & Roman had some of the most explosive chemistry. I loved π their dynamic and how they thrived off of each others energy. Daddy Roman did not disappoint in ANY WAY!!
I received a complimentary copy via Helena Hunting & Good Girls PR. All opinions are my own, honest and voluntary.
πΆπΆ.5
π Hockey Romance
π Assistant Coach X Goalie
π Second Chance
π Age Gap
π Single Guardian X Single Dad
π Forbidden
This is the first AUDIO I have listened to by Helena and I am so head over heels for her writing. This woman has the best humor and has me wrapped all the way around Roman's finger π.
Stephen Dexter and Stella Bloom did an absolutely amazing job bringing Roman and Lexi to life. I have loved a lot of audio characters but these two are by far my favorite π. Stephen has that gravely voice that can make things happen down stairs and it will look like I sat in a puddle π¦. He could read me a grocery list and it would happen. He just has that perfect voice that commands your attention and your body. Let's not discount Stella and her amazing performance of Lexi. She did such an amazing job giving her so much life.
I couldn't get enough of this book. It was one of those books that when I wasn't listening to it I was thinking about it. At times I was thinking about this book when I should have been on a completely different book.
Roman was such an amazing man all the way around. He took care of everyone he cared about and made sure that they were cared for. I loved that about him. He not only cared about Lexi but he LOVED Callie and Fe just as much. He made sure that they felt included with everything. It made my heart β€οΈ feel so full everytime he had a moment with each one of the girls.
Lexi couldn't have been a better role model and person. I loved her passion and candor all the way. She loved her family and her career but not her career more than her family. She knew what she needed to do to best provide for the girls and did it. I loved that she was so willing to do whatever she could to take care of the girls in every way possible. Mentally and physically.
Lexi and Roman together were an absolute DREAM π. They were the perfect match for each other because they offset everything in each other. He was able to help guide Lexi and the girls with how he had already done so with his daughter.
When the final news came I SQUEALED out loud!! I was so dang happy for this family!
π₯ Let's Talk About Sex Baby π₯΅: πΆοΈπΆοΈ.5 /5
Lexi & Roman had some of the most explosive chemistry. I loved π their dynamic and how they thrived off of each others energy. Daddy Roman did not disappoint in ANY WAY!!
I received a complimentary copy via Helena Hunting & Good Girls PR. All opinions are my own, honest and voluntary.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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:
No
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Overall Grade: A-
Tropes: second chance; forbidden romance; close proximity; sports romance; workplace romance; age gap; hockey romance; found family
Helena Hunting's latest Toronto Terrors installment, If You Love Me, delivers a refreshing take on hockey romance that will delight fans of the series. Roman emerges as a surprising and complex male lead. Readers who met him as the protective father in If You Need Me will be delighted by his transformation into an unexpectedly dominant romantic partner. Hunting skillfully reveals new dimensions to his character while maintaining the protective nature established in previous books.
What distinguishes this romance is Roman's nurturing personality. Despite workplace complications creating the primary tension, his devotion to Lexi and her sisters forms the emotional core of the narrative. Rather than following the conventional third-act breakup formula, Hunting focuses on the challenges of navigating professional boundaries.
Lexi stands out as a particularly well-crafted character. As a female coach in men's hockey, she brings distinctly feminine qualities of empathy and connection to her coaching style. Hunting avoids the common pitfall of masculinizing female characters in male-dominated settings, instead showing how traditionally feminine attributes can be strengths in professional environments. This approach demonstrates how female perspectives can enrich traditionally masculine spaces.
The familial relationships, particularly Lexi's commitment to her sisters, add meaningful depth to the story. These bonds, along with the hockey team's found-family dynamic, create a rich emotional landscape that extends beyond the central romance.
The novel's departure from the typical romance structure creates both strengths and weaknesses. While the absence of a third-act breakup feels refreshing, it does affect the narrative tension in the latter portion of the book. Even potential professional conflicts lose their edge against Roman's steadfast support. The story transitions from compelling drama to sweet affirmation, which may satisfy readers seeking comfort but slightly diminishes the narrative momentum established early on.
If You Love Me showcases Hunting's talent for creating multifaceted characters and sweet yet spicy romances. The novel skillfully balances workplace drama, family dynamics, and romantic development, even if the pacing slows toward the conclusion. With tantalizing hints of future pairings, this new story reinforces why Helena Hunting remains a master of romantic comedy, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the next Toronto Terrors story.
Tropes: second chance; forbidden romance; close proximity; sports romance; workplace romance; age gap; hockey romance; found family
Helena Hunting's latest Toronto Terrors installment, If You Love Me, delivers a refreshing take on hockey romance that will delight fans of the series. Roman emerges as a surprising and complex male lead. Readers who met him as the protective father in If You Need Me will be delighted by his transformation into an unexpectedly dominant romantic partner. Hunting skillfully reveals new dimensions to his character while maintaining the protective nature established in previous books.
What distinguishes this romance is Roman's nurturing personality. Despite workplace complications creating the primary tension, his devotion to Lexi and her sisters forms the emotional core of the narrative. Rather than following the conventional third-act breakup formula, Hunting focuses on the challenges of navigating professional boundaries.
Lexi stands out as a particularly well-crafted character. As a female coach in men's hockey, she brings distinctly feminine qualities of empathy and connection to her coaching style. Hunting avoids the common pitfall of masculinizing female characters in male-dominated settings, instead showing how traditionally feminine attributes can be strengths in professional environments. This approach demonstrates how female perspectives can enrich traditionally masculine spaces.
The familial relationships, particularly Lexi's commitment to her sisters, add meaningful depth to the story. These bonds, along with the hockey team's found-family dynamic, create a rich emotional landscape that extends beyond the central romance.
The novel's departure from the typical romance structure creates both strengths and weaknesses. While the absence of a third-act breakup feels refreshing, it does affect the narrative tension in the latter portion of the book. Even potential professional conflicts lose their edge against Roman's steadfast support. The story transitions from compelling drama to sweet affirmation, which may satisfy readers seeking comfort but slightly diminishes the narrative momentum established early on.
If You Love Me showcases Hunting's talent for creating multifaceted characters and sweet yet spicy romances. The novel skillfully balances workplace drama, family dynamics, and romantic development, even if the pacing slows toward the conclusion. With tantalizing hints of future pairings, this new story reinforces why Helena Hunting remains a master of romantic comedy, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the next Toronto Terrors story.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
emotional
funny
hopeful
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Thank you, Good Girls PR, for my e-ARC of If You Love Me by Helena Hunting!
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I loved this book, in fact I love the series. The couples are amazing, the friend group is what all good friendships should be and I just love feeling satisfied when I finish a book.
Roman has been a hockey player and a dad first all his life. So when he has a memorable weekend in NY with someone he truly connects with you can understand why he was never able to forget her. But now sheβs right in front of him again, only this time as his coach, making her off-limits.
Lexi and Roman were perfect together. The mutual longing had me longing right along with them. The way he and the Terror group take Lexi and her sisters into their fold left me so happy. Iβm such a sucker for found family. This book was romantic and funny, emotional and full of tension. Thoroughly deserves the 5 stars.
Thank you to Good girls PR for the arc.
Roman has been a hockey player and a dad first all his life. So when he has a memorable weekend in NY with someone he truly connects with you can understand why he was never able to forget her. But now sheβs right in front of him again, only this time as his coach, making her off-limits.
Lexi and Roman were perfect together. The mutual longing had me longing right along with them. The way he and the Terror group take Lexi and her sisters into their fold left me so happy. Iβm such a sucker for found family. This book was romantic and funny, emotional and full of tension. Thoroughly deserves the 5 stars.
Thank you to Good girls PR for the arc.