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kreadsoften's review
4.0
I received an ARC of this book to review.
This is the second book in the Made For series, but it can be read as a standalone. It’s an enemies-to-lovers grumpy/sunshine sports romance.
Xavier and Vivienne are next door neighbors when Vivienne buys a boat next to his. He’s grumpy and doesn’t want anything to do with her. Eventually, he starts talking to her and letting her in.
There were topics on mental health, and I love that Natasha didn’t just skate over them. She addressed them and had the characters work through them.
This was such a cute story with a HEA. The only problem was that this is a standalone, but mentioned a lot of other people from other series/books, and I got confused trying to figure out who was who and their relation to Vivienne.
Merged review:
I received an ARC of this book to review.
This is the second book in the Made For series, but it can be read as a standalone. It’s an enemies-to-lovers grumpy/sunshine sports romance.
Xavier and Vivienne are next door neighbors when Vivienne buys a boat next to his. He’s grumpy and doesn’t want anything to do with her. Eventually, he starts talking to her and letting her in.
There were topics on mental health, and I love that Natasha didn’t just skate over them. She addressed them and had the characters work through them.
This was such a cute story with a HEA. The only problem was that this is a standalone, but mentioned a lot of other people from other series/books, and I got confused trying to figure out who was who and their relation to Vivienne.
This is the second book in the Made For series, but it can be read as a standalone. It’s an enemies-to-lovers grumpy/sunshine sports romance.
Xavier and Vivienne are next door neighbors when Vivienne buys a boat next to his. He’s grumpy and doesn’t want anything to do with her. Eventually, he starts talking to her and letting her in.
There were topics on mental health, and I love that Natasha didn’t just skate over them. She addressed them and had the characters work through them.
This was such a cute story with a HEA. The only problem was that this is a standalone, but mentioned a lot of other people from other series/books, and I got confused trying to figure out who was who and their relation to Vivienne.
Merged review:
I received an ARC of this book to review.
This is the second book in the Made For series, but it can be read as a standalone. It’s an enemies-to-lovers grumpy/sunshine sports romance.
Xavier and Vivienne are next door neighbors when Vivienne buys a boat next to his. He’s grumpy and doesn’t want anything to do with her. Eventually, he starts talking to her and letting her in.
There were topics on mental health, and I love that Natasha didn’t just skate over them. She addressed them and had the characters work through them.
This was such a cute story with a HEA. The only problem was that this is a standalone, but mentioned a lot of other people from other series/books, and I got confused trying to figure out who was who and their relation to Vivienne.
eajohnston's review
5.0
5 ⭐️
I absolutely LOVED this story of Vivienne and Xavier's love. This book was filled with so many funny moments, with the same amount of emotional ones.
Vivienne is the last remaining Grant sibling who is not married and she has no intentions of looking for love anytime soon. She wants to get away from her large (I mean HUGE) meddling family, so she buys a boat and decides to spend the summer living on it. What she doesn't expect is her grumpy boat neighbor to be someone who is already a part of her family's hockey world.
Xavier hung up his hockey skates two years prior due to some serious issues that were not being taken seriously by his time. So he decided to make the hard choice to leave his dream behind forever. So he bought a boat, adopted a dog and lived a recluse life away from everything that caused him stress and anxiety before.
No one has been able to break down Xavier's walls until his new neighbor comes in with her sunshine attitude and without asking him questions. Over time, he warms up to her and they go from nothing to everything.
I loved their trips out on the boat and their interactions with Xavier's dog Beatrice. But what I loved most was their conversations and how they were there for each other when they didn't know they needed each other. The way that Xavier opened up about his struggles and how Vivienne immediately stepped up to be there for him.
The ending of this book truly made me tear up. Both Vivienne and Xavier ended up exactly where they were supposed to; with each other.
I can't wait to read Tristan's book next!
Merged review:
5 ⭐️
I absolutely LOVED this story of Vivienne and Xavier's love. This book was filled with so many funny moments, with the same amount of emotional ones.
Vivienne is the last remaining Grant sibling who is not married and she has no intentions of looking for love anytime soon. She wants to get away from her large (I mean HUGE) meddling family, so she buys a boat and decides to spend the summer living on it. What she doesn't expect is her grumpy boat neighbor to be someone who is already a part of her family's hockey world.
Xavier hung up his hockey skates two years prior due to some serious issues that were not being taken seriously by his time. So he decided to make the hard choice to leave his dream behind forever. So he bought a boat, adopted a dog and lived a recluse life away from everything that caused him stress and anxiety before.
No one has been able to break down Xavier's walls until his new neighbor comes in with her sunshine attitude and without asking him questions. Over time, he warms up to her and they go from nothing to everything.
I loved their trips out on the boat and their interactions with Xavier's dog Beatrice. But what I loved most was their conversations and how they were there for each other when they didn't know they needed each other. The way that Xavier opened up about his struggles and how Vivienne immediately stepped up to be there for him.
The ending of this book truly made me tear up. Both Vivienne and Xavier ended up exactly where they were supposed to; with each other.
I can't wait to read Tristan's book next!
I absolutely LOVED this story of Vivienne and Xavier's love. This book was filled with so many funny moments, with the same amount of emotional ones.
Vivienne is the last remaining Grant sibling who is not married and she has no intentions of looking for love anytime soon. She wants to get away from her large (I mean HUGE) meddling family, so she buys a boat and decides to spend the summer living on it. What she doesn't expect is her grumpy boat neighbor to be someone who is already a part of her family's hockey world.
Xavier hung up his hockey skates two years prior due to some serious issues that were not being taken seriously by his time. So he decided to make the hard choice to leave his dream behind forever. So he bought a boat, adopted a dog and lived a recluse life away from everything that caused him stress and anxiety before.
No one has been able to break down Xavier's walls until his new neighbor comes in with her sunshine attitude and without asking him questions. Over time, he warms up to her and they go from nothing to everything.
I loved their trips out on the boat and their interactions with Xavier's dog Beatrice. But what I loved most was their conversations and how they were there for each other when they didn't know they needed each other. The way that Xavier opened up about his struggles and how Vivienne immediately stepped up to be there for him.
The ending of this book truly made me tear up. Both Vivienne and Xavier ended up exactly where they were supposed to; with each other.
I can't wait to read Tristan's book next!
Merged review:
5 ⭐️
I absolutely LOVED this story of Vivienne and Xavier's love. This book was filled with so many funny moments, with the same amount of emotional ones.
Vivienne is the last remaining Grant sibling who is not married and she has no intentions of looking for love anytime soon. She wants to get away from her large (I mean HUGE) meddling family, so she buys a boat and decides to spend the summer living on it. What she doesn't expect is her grumpy boat neighbor to be someone who is already a part of her family's hockey world.
Xavier hung up his hockey skates two years prior due to some serious issues that were not being taken seriously by his time. So he decided to make the hard choice to leave his dream behind forever. So he bought a boat, adopted a dog and lived a recluse life away from everything that caused him stress and anxiety before.
No one has been able to break down Xavier's walls until his new neighbor comes in with her sunshine attitude and without asking him questions. Over time, he warms up to her and they go from nothing to everything.
I loved their trips out on the boat and their interactions with Xavier's dog Beatrice. But what I loved most was their conversations and how they were there for each other when they didn't know they needed each other. The way that Xavier opened up about his struggles and how Vivienne immediately stepped up to be there for him.
The ending of this book truly made me tear up. Both Vivienne and Xavier ended up exactly where they were supposed to; with each other.
I can't wait to read Tristan's book next!
fabwater's review
2.0
2 stars bc of the dog. the writing was so bad. there was no timeline. ugh. sigh.
read_on_reader's review
5.0
Can I just say how much I absolutely adore and fell hard for Xavier? His story is one that utterly breaks your heart and is so relatable that you feel his pain like it was yours. Vivienne is an incredible person and I admired the way she wasn’t one to pry because her whole family, who I love, can’t help but to be in everyone’s business so she was a breath of fresh air, but it didn’t take away from the love you have for the closeness of the family. When she buys a boat she finally finds her peace what she wasn’t expecting was for her life to be turned upside down by her grumpy boat neighbor, Xavier. Their banter was fun and the way they talked to themselves had me laughing because wee all do that. The chemistry and connection these two form is one that has to be my favorite and I may say that a lot through each of these series, but Xavier’s vulnerability stole my heart. I won’t lie at times it’s hard to keep up with everyone because this world keeps expanding and a lot of the same names are used because their family, but the love and comradery that they all have is amazing and overrides this. Another great story and I am dying for Tristan’s story.
Merged review:
Can I just say how much I absolutely adore and fell hard for Xavier? His story is one that utterly breaks your heart and is so relatable that you feel his pain like it was yours. Vivienne is an incredible person and I admired the way she wasn’t one to pry because her whole family, who I love, can’t help but to be in everyone’s business so she was a breath of fresh air, but it didn’t take away from the love you have for the closeness of the family. When she buys a boat she finally finds her peace what she wasn’t expecting was for her life to be turned upside down by her grumpy boat neighbor, Xavier. Their banter was fun and the way they talked to themselves had me laughing because wee all do that. The chemistry and connection these two form is one that has to be my favorite and I may say that a lot through each of these series, but Xavier’s vulnerability stole my heart. I won’t lie at times it’s hard to keep up with everyone because this world keeps expanding and a lot of the same names are used because their family, but the love and comradery that they all have is amazing and overrides this. Another great story and I am dying for Tristan’s story.
Merged review:
Can I just say how much I absolutely adore and fell hard for Xavier? His story is one that utterly breaks your heart and is so relatable that you feel his pain like it was yours. Vivienne is an incredible person and I admired the way she wasn’t one to pry because her whole family, who I love, can’t help but to be in everyone’s business so she was a breath of fresh air, but it didn’t take away from the love you have for the closeness of the family. When she buys a boat she finally finds her peace what she wasn’t expecting was for her life to be turned upside down by her grumpy boat neighbor, Xavier. Their banter was fun and the way they talked to themselves had me laughing because wee all do that. The chemistry and connection these two form is one that has to be my favorite and I may say that a lot through each of these series, but Xavier’s vulnerability stole my heart. I won’t lie at times it’s hard to keep up with everyone because this world keeps expanding and a lot of the same names are used because their family, but the love and comradery that they all have is amazing and overrides this. Another great story and I am dying for Tristan’s story.
shelbylovestoread's review
5.0
Yes, yes, yes!! Vivienne and Xavier’s story was so amazing! I loved it so much, I could not get enough! I love a good Grumpy meets Sunshine story.
When we first learned that Vivi bought a boat…ok yacht, I was like “hmm, I wonder how this is gonna work out”! Matthew being, well Matthew does not disappoint. He also bought a yacht, to go in the same marina as Vivi’s! Vivi is striking out, doing something for herself, apart from her family.
Xavier is an ex-NHL player who quit hockey and now lives on his yacht. He suffered from some horrible anxiety during his NHL season, but fell into a dark place when he had no one to help him find his way. Two years later, he keeps to himself, with just his dog and occasionally co-captain as company.
When Xavier’s new neighbor moves in, he tries to keep his distance, but is captivated. Working against him is his dog, who loves Vivi. When Xavier realizes that Vivi’s family is hockey royalty, he’s shocked. He’s so afraid of others opinions of him and why he quit, so afraid to speak his truths.
Vivi has also been keeping secrets from her family about her career and how successful she actually is, but when Xavier is brave enough to speak his truth, Vivi is finally able to speak hers.
When Xavier is presented with the possibility of NHL teams wanting to meet with him to interview, he has the chance to get back into the league, but that could mean leaving Vivi in New York, and Xavier doesn’t know if that’s the path he wants.
I adore these books. Seriously I think this with every book but I wish this was my family. I want Matthew or max to be my dad or uncle, I want to be surrounded with all these crazy loud siblings and cousins, plus their kids! I am obsessed with them, with all their stories, I love each one more then last! I think Dylan and Alex are still my favorite, but each book is incredible and I look forward to reading and rereading them all!
I am so excited for Tristan and Abigail’s story, I cannot wait!!
Merged review:
Yes, yes, yes!! Vivienne and Xavier’s story was so amazing! I loved it so much, I could not get enough! I love a good Grumpy meets Sunshine story.
When we first learned that Vivi bought a boat…ok yacht, I was like “hmm, I wonder how this is gonna work out”! Matthew being, well Matthew does not disappoint. He also bought a yacht, to go in the same marina as Vivi’s! Vivi is striking out, doing something for herself, apart from her family.
Xavier is an ex-NHL player who quit hockey and now lives on his yacht. He suffered from some horrible anxiety during his NHL season, but fell into a dark place when he had no one to help him find his way. Two years later, he keeps to himself, with just his dog and occasionally co-captain as company.
When Xavier’s new neighbor moves in, he tries to keep his distance, but is captivated. Working against him is his dog, who loves Vivi. When Xavier realizes that Vivi’s family is hockey royalty, he’s shocked. He’s so afraid of others opinions of him and why he quit, so afraid to speak his truths.
Vivi has also been keeping secrets from her family about her career and how successful she actually is, but when Xavier is brave enough to speak his truth, Vivi is finally able to speak hers.
When Xavier is presented with the possibility of NHL teams wanting to meet with him to interview, he has the chance to get back into the league, but that could mean leaving Vivi in New York, and Xavier doesn’t know if that’s the path he wants.
I adore these books. Seriously I think this with every book but I wish this was my family. I want Matthew or max to be my dad or uncle, I want to be surrounded with all these crazy loud siblings and cousins, plus their kids! I am obsessed with them, with all their stories, I love each one more then last! I think Dylan and Alex are still my favorite, but each book is incredible and I look forward to reading and rereading them all!
I am so excited for Tristan and Abigail’s story, I cannot wait!!
When we first learned that Vivi bought a boat…ok yacht, I was like “hmm, I wonder how this is gonna work out”! Matthew being, well Matthew does not disappoint. He also bought a yacht, to go in the same marina as Vivi’s! Vivi is striking out, doing something for herself, apart from her family.
Xavier is an ex-NHL player who quit hockey and now lives on his yacht. He suffered from some horrible anxiety during his NHL season, but fell into a dark place when he had no one to help him find his way. Two years later, he keeps to himself, with just his dog and occasionally co-captain as company.
When Xavier’s new neighbor moves in, he tries to keep his distance, but is captivated. Working against him is his dog, who loves Vivi. When Xavier realizes that Vivi’s family is hockey royalty, he’s shocked. He’s so afraid of others opinions of him and why he quit, so afraid to speak his truths.
Vivi has also been keeping secrets from her family about her career and how successful she actually is, but when Xavier is brave enough to speak his truth, Vivi is finally able to speak hers.
When Xavier is presented with the possibility of NHL teams wanting to meet with him to interview, he has the chance to get back into the league, but that could mean leaving Vivi in New York, and Xavier doesn’t know if that’s the path he wants.
I adore these books. Seriously I think this with every book but I wish this was my family. I want Matthew or max to be my dad or uncle, I want to be surrounded with all these crazy loud siblings and cousins, plus their kids! I am obsessed with them, with all their stories, I love each one more then last! I think Dylan and Alex are still my favorite, but each book is incredible and I look forward to reading and rereading them all!
I am so excited for Tristan and Abigail’s story, I cannot wait!!
Merged review:
Yes, yes, yes!! Vivienne and Xavier’s story was so amazing! I loved it so much, I could not get enough! I love a good Grumpy meets Sunshine story.
When we first learned that Vivi bought a boat…ok yacht, I was like “hmm, I wonder how this is gonna work out”! Matthew being, well Matthew does not disappoint. He also bought a yacht, to go in the same marina as Vivi’s! Vivi is striking out, doing something for herself, apart from her family.
Xavier is an ex-NHL player who quit hockey and now lives on his yacht. He suffered from some horrible anxiety during his NHL season, but fell into a dark place when he had no one to help him find his way. Two years later, he keeps to himself, with just his dog and occasionally co-captain as company.
When Xavier’s new neighbor moves in, he tries to keep his distance, but is captivated. Working against him is his dog, who loves Vivi. When Xavier realizes that Vivi’s family is hockey royalty, he’s shocked. He’s so afraid of others opinions of him and why he quit, so afraid to speak his truths.
Vivi has also been keeping secrets from her family about her career and how successful she actually is, but when Xavier is brave enough to speak his truth, Vivi is finally able to speak hers.
When Xavier is presented with the possibility of NHL teams wanting to meet with him to interview, he has the chance to get back into the league, but that could mean leaving Vivi in New York, and Xavier doesn’t know if that’s the path he wants.
I adore these books. Seriously I think this with every book but I wish this was my family. I want Matthew or max to be my dad or uncle, I want to be surrounded with all these crazy loud siblings and cousins, plus their kids! I am obsessed with them, with all their stories, I love each one more then last! I think Dylan and Alex are still my favorite, but each book is incredible and I look forward to reading and rereading them all!
I am so excited for Tristan and Abigail’s story, I cannot wait!!
mnhockeymomreads's review
5.0
Those of us long time fans of Natasha’s have long been waiting for Vivienne to finally find her person. And the teaser in Made for Me was seriously amazing. Really all it took was for me to read the words, Vivienne and boat and I was immediately in. IMMEDIATELY. It also made me realize we didn’t know much about Vivienne, especially for being in so many of her siblings and cousins books. She is the friend that is there, but never really tells us much about herself. And friends, I am so happy she guarded herself, because she is so lovely. Vivienne wanted something, made it happen, and got herself a boat (errrr….I mean yacht!) to live on for the summer. From the start it was clear that Vivienne is driven and doesn’t let much stop her. And when she meets the man docked next to her she is so intrigued.
To say Xavier is closed off to the world is a giant understatement, but for good reason. It seemed that the world turned their back on him when he needed them the most. After leaving hockey he sort of goes into hiding. While Xavier might have a small circle of people that he cares about, let tell you this man is loyal but keeps himself guarded to protect himself. You will fall head over heels for this man in a matter of moments, he is really that great.
One of Natasha’s true gifts is she can write an amazing side character, and friends buckle up because Beatrice STEALS the show. She is the absolute best and will instantly become your favorite. I adored how the relationship between her and Xavier was written. The “dialogue” and rules they have made me laugh every.single.time it was brought up on page. I may have said this a time or two, but this book is probably my favorite Natasha Madison book to date. It has the perfect balance of giving us a beautiful book about two people finding their person, and giving us more of the Grant/Stone/Horton families that we all love. If you love a family series filled with overprotective fathers, brothers, and uncles along with strong women that put them in their place this book should definitely be on your TBR list.
Merged review:
Those of us long time fans of Natasha’s have long been waiting for Vivienne to finally find her person. And the teaser in Made for Me was seriously amazing. Really all it took was for me to read the words, Vivienne and boat and I was immediately in. IMMEDIATELY. It also made me realize we didn’t know much about Vivienne, especially for being in so many of her siblings and cousins books. She is the friend that is there, but never really tells us much about herself. And friends, I am so happy she guarded herself, because she is so lovely. Vivienne wanted something, made it happen, and got herself a boat (errrr….I mean yacht!) to live on for the summer. From the start it was clear that Vivienne is driven and doesn’t let much stop her. And when she meets the man docked next to her she is so intrigued.
To say Xavier is closed off to the world is a giant understatement, but for good reason. It seemed that the world turned their back on him when he needed them the most. After leaving hockey he sort of goes into hiding. While Xavier might have a small circle of people that he cares about, let tell you this man is loyal but keeps himself guarded to protect himself. You will fall head over heels for this man in a matter of moments, he is really that great.
One of Natasha’s true gifts is she can write an amazing side character, and friends buckle up because Beatrice STEALS the show. She is the absolute best and will instantly become your favorite. I adored how the relationship between her and Xavier was written. The “dialogue” and rules they have made me laugh every.single.time it was brought up on page. I may have said this a time or two, but this book is probably my favorite Natasha Madison book to date. It has the perfect balance of giving us a beautiful book about two people finding their person, and giving us more of the Grant/Stone/Horton families that we all love. If you love a family series filled with overprotective fathers, brothers, and uncles along with strong women that put them in their place this book should definitely be on your TBR list.
To say Xavier is closed off to the world is a giant understatement, but for good reason. It seemed that the world turned their back on him when he needed them the most. After leaving hockey he sort of goes into hiding. While Xavier might have a small circle of people that he cares about, let tell you this man is loyal but keeps himself guarded to protect himself. You will fall head over heels for this man in a matter of moments, he is really that great.
One of Natasha’s true gifts is she can write an amazing side character, and friends buckle up because Beatrice STEALS the show. She is the absolute best and will instantly become your favorite. I adored how the relationship between her and Xavier was written. The “dialogue” and rules they have made me laugh every.single.time it was brought up on page. I may have said this a time or two, but this book is probably my favorite Natasha Madison book to date. It has the perfect balance of giving us a beautiful book about two people finding their person, and giving us more of the Grant/Stone/Horton families that we all love. If you love a family series filled with overprotective fathers, brothers, and uncles along with strong women that put them in their place this book should definitely be on your TBR list.
Merged review:
Those of us long time fans of Natasha’s have long been waiting for Vivienne to finally find her person. And the teaser in Made for Me was seriously amazing. Really all it took was for me to read the words, Vivienne and boat and I was immediately in. IMMEDIATELY. It also made me realize we didn’t know much about Vivienne, especially for being in so many of her siblings and cousins books. She is the friend that is there, but never really tells us much about herself. And friends, I am so happy she guarded herself, because she is so lovely. Vivienne wanted something, made it happen, and got herself a boat (errrr….I mean yacht!) to live on for the summer. From the start it was clear that Vivienne is driven and doesn’t let much stop her. And when she meets the man docked next to her she is so intrigued.
To say Xavier is closed off to the world is a giant understatement, but for good reason. It seemed that the world turned their back on him when he needed them the most. After leaving hockey he sort of goes into hiding. While Xavier might have a small circle of people that he cares about, let tell you this man is loyal but keeps himself guarded to protect himself. You will fall head over heels for this man in a matter of moments, he is really that great.
One of Natasha’s true gifts is she can write an amazing side character, and friends buckle up because Beatrice STEALS the show. She is the absolute best and will instantly become your favorite. I adored how the relationship between her and Xavier was written. The “dialogue” and rules they have made me laugh every.single.time it was brought up on page. I may have said this a time or two, but this book is probably my favorite Natasha Madison book to date. It has the perfect balance of giving us a beautiful book about two people finding their person, and giving us more of the Grant/Stone/Horton families that we all love. If you love a family series filled with overprotective fathers, brothers, and uncles along with strong women that put them in their place this book should definitely be on your TBR list.
__livesbtweenpgs__'s review
5.0
And just like that I am left speechless but also with red eyes...
Second 5 star read of the year goes to Xavier & Vivienne.
What an emotional journey this book was, and it was unexpected. Very unexpected.
The emotions that slammed into my chest at that moment I understood Xavier on a whole different level. The harsh reality of the main topic in this book was astoundingly accurate.
If you have heard the words that he did, you get it. It isn't something you can just suck up. Even if you tried and succeeding in pushing it down, it will always come back.
These two are what every person needs that struggles with mental health.
Xavier & Vivienne are what each other needs not on just a physical level cause whoo that is there for sure! But these two have that emotional connection that solidifies the bond that grow between them, and when it is all laid bare. Just beautiful.
“I survived once. I’m not sure I can survive again.”
This book is one I will remember more than the others so far in this hockey world. I've been in those shoes and heard "just suck it up." or "It isn't real. It's just in your head." Those are the worst things to hear and make everything worse. So I get why he did what he did in the past, cause I did too. It's a tough road to walk alone but if you find someone who can help and center you, you can definitely overcome the hard days better.
If you have not read this series, I highly highly recommend it but start from all the way at the beginning and you will understand this book that much more.
I do have to say one last thing, Thank you Natasha. Just thank you, mental health is not something that is openly talked about as much as it should be for those who suffer in silence. The feeling of being alone and no one gets it or wants to help you, that's the hardest part of suffering with a mental illness. I hope this book reaches and helps just one person and gives them hope that you can overcome the hard days, you are not alone and you can do it.
Second 5 star read of the year goes to Xavier & Vivienne.
What an emotional journey this book was, and it was unexpected. Very unexpected.
The emotions that slammed into my chest at that moment I understood Xavier on a whole different level. The harsh reality of the main topic in this book was astoundingly accurate.
If you have heard the words that he did, you get it. It isn't something you can just suck up. Even if you tried and succeeding in pushing it down, it will always come back.
These two are what every person needs that struggles with mental health.
Xavier & Vivienne are what each other needs not on just a physical level cause whoo that is there for sure! But these two have that emotional connection that solidifies the bond that grow between them, and when it is all laid bare. Just beautiful.
“I survived once. I’m not sure I can survive again.”
This book is one I will remember more than the others so far in this hockey world. I've been in those shoes and heard "just suck it up." or "It isn't real. It's just in your head." Those are the worst things to hear and make everything worse. So I get why he did what he did in the past, cause I did too. It's a tough road to walk alone but if you find someone who can help and center you, you can definitely overcome the hard days better.
If you have not read this series, I highly highly recommend it but start from all the way at the beginning and you will understand this book that much more.
I do have to say one last thing, Thank you Natasha. Just thank you, mental health is not something that is openly talked about as much as it should be for those who suffer in silence. The feeling of being alone and no one gets it or wants to help you, that's the hardest part of suffering with a mental illness. I hope this book reaches and helps just one person and gives them hope that you can overcome the hard days, you are not alone and you can do it.
marianbooks613's review against another edition
5.0
¿la manera en la que este libro me hizo llorar en pleno trabajo?
Xavier y Vivienne tienen mi corazón y lo tendrán por siempre; este par fue wow, la manera en la que su relación fue avanzando, toda las interacciones de la familia... en fin me gusto demasiado.
Xavier tiene problemas, y se alejo del hockey un juego que amaba porque las personas no lo escuchaban, aquí gente fue donde mas llore ¿, mi corazón dolió por el pero me alegro que encontrara a las personas y al equipo correcto.
¿El epilogo? todo lo que pude soñar y mas ❤️🩹
Aquí somo fans de Connor Crais y la manera en la que narra ❤️🔥
Xavier y Vivienne tienen mi corazón y lo tendrán por siempre; este par fue wow, la manera en la que su relación fue avanzando, toda las interacciones de la familia... en fin me gusto demasiado.
Xavier tiene problemas, y se alejo del hockey un juego que amaba porque las personas no lo escuchaban, aquí gente fue donde mas llore ¿, mi corazón dolió por el pero me alegro que encontrara a las personas y al equipo correcto.
¿El epilogo? todo lo que pude soñar y mas ❤️🩹
Aquí somo fans de Connor Crais y la manera en la que narra ❤️🔥
gretareadsromance's review
5.0
I loved Vivienne & Xavier!
Xavier is a bit of a recluse after hanging up his skates. He was burned by those who should have stood behind him in his hour of need and so he now has major trust issues. Vivienne has secrets of her own in her profession. When she decides to buy a boat and live on it her bubbly personality are no match for the grump that is Xavier.
I love how open Xavier became with his mental illness and how hard he pushed to remove the stigma.
Vivienne was so well placed in his life to get him back out there. He in turn helped her find her place outside of her giant hockey family. With a cute dog in tow these two mesh so well together even though they are opposites. Great hockey romance story!
Merged review:
I loved Vivienne & Xavier!
Xavier is a bit of a recluse after hanging up his skates. He was burned by those who should have stood behind him in his hour of need and so he now has major trust issues. Vivienne has secrets of her own in her profession. When she decides to buy a boat and live on it her bubbly personality are no match for the grump that is Xavier.
I love how open Xavier became with his mental illness and how hard he pushed to remove the stigma.
Vivienne was so well placed in his life to get him back out there. He in turn helped her find her place outside of her giant hockey family. With a cute dog in tow these two mesh so well together even though they are opposites. Great hockey romance story!
Xavier is a bit of a recluse after hanging up his skates. He was burned by those who should have stood behind him in his hour of need and so he now has major trust issues. Vivienne has secrets of her own in her profession. When she decides to buy a boat and live on it her bubbly personality are no match for the grump that is Xavier.
I love how open Xavier became with his mental illness and how hard he pushed to remove the stigma.
Vivienne was so well placed in his life to get him back out there. He in turn helped her find her place outside of her giant hockey family. With a cute dog in tow these two mesh so well together even though they are opposites. Great hockey romance story!
Merged review:
I loved Vivienne & Xavier!
Xavier is a bit of a recluse after hanging up his skates. He was burned by those who should have stood behind him in his hour of need and so he now has major trust issues. Vivienne has secrets of her own in her profession. When she decides to buy a boat and live on it her bubbly personality are no match for the grump that is Xavier.
I love how open Xavier became with his mental illness and how hard he pushed to remove the stigma.
Vivienne was so well placed in his life to get him back out there. He in turn helped her find her place outside of her giant hockey family. With a cute dog in tow these two mesh so well together even though they are opposites. Great hockey romance story!
blue0320's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
I was pretty boring from start to finish. Very predictable