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12dejamoo's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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? No
5.0
Lads if this book is the question, the answer is yes.
I didn't give the first book 5 stars because I felt like a lot of it did move quite quickly, but with this one it was just perfect. We don't have to faff around questioning this relationship, we just get to see the world which happens around them and because of them.
I loved all the soft moments with them together, just being happy. And I still loved all of the hockey guys. Honestly, the whole reason I picked up the second book was for Kuzy.
I think also the points of conflict and upset in this book felt very natural, and they fit nicely into the world of this book. They haven't solved homophobia by the end, but you definitely are left with a sense of nice resolution.
Literally the tiniest flaw is that in the first book we spend next to no time with Eli and his skating. Like when I wrote my review of it, I didn't even mention how little it was touched on because I literally forgot that was something he did. So, and this is a spoiler,when he gets his second injury and can't skate competitively again, I'm not actually that sad about it because I never got to know him as a skater . This also applies to characters like the Morgans who literally aren't even characters. When they're introduced in book one, you think they'll be Eli's friends, but they never come back except in passing mention. I do wish Eli could have some friends outside of Alex. Even Cody isn't really outside of Alex.
Anyway, I'm definitely gonna read book three once my library finally gets it in.
I didn't give the first book 5 stars because I felt like a lot of it did move quite quickly, but with this one it was just perfect. We don't have to faff around questioning this relationship, we just get to see the world which happens around them and because of them.
I loved all the soft moments with them together, just being happy. And I still loved all of the hockey guys. Honestly, the whole reason I picked up the second book was for Kuzy.
I think also the points of conflict and upset in this book felt very natural, and they fit nicely into the world of this book. They haven't solved homophobia by the end, but you definitely are left with a sense of nice resolution.
Literally the tiniest flaw is that in the first book we spend next to no time with Eli and his skating. Like when I wrote my review of it, I didn't even mention how little it was touched on because I literally forgot that was something he did. So, and this is a spoiler,
Anyway, I'm definitely gonna read book three once my library finally gets it in.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Outing, Panic attacks/disorders, and Homophobia
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Medical trauma, Racial slurs, and Racism
Minor: Blood
fanboyriot's review
lighthearted
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? Yes
5.0
Read For:
Idiots in Love
Domestic Fluff
Hockey Romance
Mental Health Rep
Wholesome Friendships
This book was absolutely amazing. The characters, the relationships, the humor, the mental health rep, it all was SO good.
Eli and Alex are such absolute idiots for one another and I am here for it. I really liked seeing their bond grow. Their characters and overall relationship was written so well, there were flaws and it wasn’t always perfect but they had great communication and worked so well together.
I’m still laughing at how extra Alex was when it came to Eli, just proving to be a total lovesick idiot for him. Like going and buying so, so, so many bananas only to realize too late that he needed plantains instead.
Hawk and Bells are so cute as well. I loved how all the Hell Hounds’ just wanted to pet Hawk, and as soon as her vest was off they gave her all the attention.
The Hell Hounds’ are all so loveable. Kuzy and his WhatsApp group chat… that “isn’t” a cover for the Russian hockey mafia. Jeff who reminds me of the team's mom, who is so tired but always there even if there will be sarcastic comments made. Rads having so many wholesome dad moments. And how they all were so supportive of their teammates. Ugh, I love them all so much. Though, Jessica definitely needs a raise at this point.
This is hands down one of my favorite comfort series.
(Switching, Third Person POV)
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶 (mentioned)
Rep: Gay MCs, POC MC/SCs, Disability Rep (Seizures), Mental Health
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Mental illness, Homophobia, Chronic illness, Outing, Panic attacks/disorders, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Racism, Medical trauma, Medical content, Violence, and Cursing
Minor: Sexual content, Blood, and Racial slurs
tragicgloom's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-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
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness, Homophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Outing, Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, and Ableism
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Racial slurs, Sexual content, and Blood
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