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4.06 AVERAGE
4.06 AVERAGE
“This man is going to destroy all my walls. I just hope, in the end, I’m not the one destroying him.”
Bella Matthews has done it again, melting hearts with the sweetest love story yet! I have been waiting to find out what Brynlee was up to during The Knockout (Grace & Ares’s story) and Bella Matthews delivered some juicy romance! Deacon Kane is a smoldery hockey coach and single dad to the most darling 9 year old, Kennedy. Brynlee St. James is a brilliant, witty knockout and physical therapist for the Philadelphia Revolution hockey team. In a world that feels constantly chaotic, The Sweet Spot is a happy reminder that things happen for a reason. Whether you call it fate, kismet, happenstance, or a bit of meddling mom magic, Deacon and Bryn’s love story is brimming with puzzle pieces falling into place to bring these two together. They met when their age difference mattered, and had a quirky (re)meet-cute at the right time. Sparks flew between Bryn and Deacon from start to finish. The Sweet Spot is bursting with big/found family love and swoony moments.
Bella Matthews has done it again, melting hearts with the sweetest love story yet! I have been waiting to find out what Brynlee was up to during The Knockout (Grace & Ares’s story) and Bella Matthews delivered some juicy romance! Deacon Kane is a smoldery hockey coach and single dad to the most darling 9 year old, Kennedy. Brynlee St. James is a brilliant, witty knockout and physical therapist for the Philadelphia Revolution hockey team. In a world that feels constantly chaotic, The Sweet Spot is a happy reminder that things happen for a reason. Whether you call it fate, kismet, happenstance, or a bit of meddling mom magic, Deacon and Bryn’s love story is brimming with puzzle pieces falling into place to bring these two together. They met when their age difference mattered, and had a quirky (re)meet-cute at the right time. Sparks flew between Bryn and Deacon from start to finish. The Sweet Spot is bursting with big/found family love and swoony moments.
Went 0-100 so fast. Single dad book but do not see any development of her relationship with the kid, that also really went 0-100 fast.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
challenging
emotional
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
This is the 4th book in the Playing to Win series and this follows Brynlee St. James and Deacon Kane. Brynlee has had a crush on him since she was younger and now Deacon is the new hockey coach for the team Brynlee works for. Their connection and chemistry is so good. Deacon is a single daddy and his relationship with his daughter Kennedy is so beautiful. I love Brynlee and Kennedy relationship it was so sweet. Of course it’s always nice and so much fun to see the entire family and past characters in the other books.
A five star read!
I love how Deacon and Brynlee grew to love each other.
A highlight for me is how Brynlee and Deacon's daughter bond and how she cares for the little girl like her own.
I love how Deacon and Brynlee grew to love each other.
A highlight for me is how Brynlee and Deacon's daughter bond and how she cares for the little girl like her own.
I loved that her love story was a lot like her parents with the single dad. I also appreciated the whole Huntingtons plot. However the marriage came out of nowhere for me and what is it with this series and making me temporarily hate the characters who I gave five stars to their books. First Jace in the Keeper and now Scarlet
Why Deacon Kane, it’s very nice to finally meet you.
Deacon and Bryn’s relationship - as in how they started and how they built the relationship, the mutual pining, the meeting up after a few years, how the relationship started, yes, even the marriage part was just a perfectly good scenario of things falling into place
Deacon and Bryn’s relationship - as in how they started and how they built the relationship, the mutual pining, the meeting up after a few years, how the relationship started, yes, even the marriage part was just a perfectly good scenario of things falling into place
In Bella Matthews' The Sweet Spot, readers dive into a contemporary romance that blends a fake marriage trope with a dash of nostalgia and undeniable chemistry. The story follows Brynn, who agrees to marry Deacon Kane—a now-handsome hockey player and single father—to help him maintain custody of his daughter. What starts as a practical arrangement quickly evolves into something deeper and more passionate, challenging both Brynn and Deacon to confront their true feelings.
The book excels in its fast pace and engaging narrative. Matthews clearly knows how to keep the story moving, ensuring that readers remain invested in Brynn and Deacon’s evolving relationship. The chemistry between the characters is palpable, and the romance is steamy and well-crafted, delivering satisfying moments of tension and connection.
However, the execution of the fake marriage trope falls short. The motivations behind the arrangement are not fully explored, and Brynn’s reluctance to communicate her concerns can be frustrating. This lack of clear rationale and character development undermines the emotional stakes of the story.
Overall, The Sweet Spot is an enjoyable read with a compelling romance and strong pacing, but it misses the mark in fully delivering on its central trope.
The book excels in its fast pace and engaging narrative. Matthews clearly knows how to keep the story moving, ensuring that readers remain invested in Brynn and Deacon’s evolving relationship. The chemistry between the characters is palpable, and the romance is steamy and well-crafted, delivering satisfying moments of tension and connection.
However, the execution of the fake marriage trope falls short. The motivations behind the arrangement are not fully explored, and Brynn’s reluctance to communicate her concerns can be frustrating. This lack of clear rationale and character development undermines the emotional stakes of the story.
Overall, The Sweet Spot is an enjoyable read with a compelling romance and strong pacing, but it misses the mark in fully delivering on its central trope.