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3.76 AVERAGE
3.76 AVERAGE
I won’t lie, at the start of this book, I was determined I was going to give this one 5 stars.
The fake dating aspect was really well done and their tension was literally insane. I loved Maddox at the start, because he was so obsessed with Braxton, but wouldn’t allow himself to be true to his feelings. His love for her is undeniably one of the greatest ones I’ve ever read about.
However, firstly the reason they started fake dating was so uncreative in my opinion and also seemed kind of far fetched, as well as the reason why they lost contact and kind of became enemies after that. It just didn’t make much sense to me.
Also, when they finally started confessing their mutual feelings and began fake dating, the book got really boring and cringy in my opinion. Like excuse me, but the spice sense were so freaking uncomfortable and cringe I was literally close to dnfing. The dirty talk was so unnecessary and made Maddox seem extremely unattractive…
And the fact that the main character Braxton kept talking badly about her body also made this book less enjoyable to me, because we get it, you’re a little bit insecure, in a way everyone is, but you don’t have to say it every second page especially when Maddox tells you over and over again, that he thinks you’re perfect the way you are.
Either way I still enjoyed reading this romance as a change from what I currently read. Also for my first Hockey romance, I have to say I did enjoy that aspect of their relationship and the story itself.
The fake dating aspect was really well done and their tension was literally insane. I loved Maddox at the start, because he was so obsessed with Braxton, but wouldn’t allow himself to be true to his feelings. His love for her is undeniably one of the greatest ones I’ve ever read about.
However, firstly the reason they started fake dating was so uncreative in my opinion and also seemed kind of far fetched, as well as the reason why they lost contact and kind of became enemies after that. It just didn’t make much sense to me.
Also, when they finally started confessing their mutual feelings and began fake dating, the book got really boring and cringy in my opinion. Like excuse me, but the spice sense were so freaking uncomfortable and cringe I was literally close to dnfing. The dirty talk was so unnecessary and made Maddox seem extremely unattractive…
And the fact that the main character Braxton kept talking badly about her body also made this book less enjoyable to me, because we get it, you’re a little bit insecure, in a way everyone is, but you don’t have to say it every second page especially when Maddox tells you over and over again, that he thinks you’re perfect the way you are.
Either way I still enjoyed reading this romance as a change from what I currently read. Also for my first Hockey romance, I have to say I did enjoy that aspect of their relationship and the story itself.
funny
lighthearted
slow-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
1.5 dnf like 30% in. Couldn’t get over that they’re names are Braxton and Maddox
I have been very excited about this release and it did not disappoint. I love second-generation series because getting to see the first generation as parents is always just so heartwarming and this was no different! Seeing Oakley and Ava as parents just made my heart so warm and happy lol.
I have a weakness you could say, for second chance romance. So I already knew I was gonna be down BAD for this book but honestly was not expecting to be as obsessed as I am. I finished this book in one sitting, literally unable to put it down. Maddox and Braxton had me hooked from the prologue and I love watching their relationship mend in a way neither of them had ever dreamed it would. The banter in this book was also fun to read, Braxton's ability to give it right back to Maddox was one of the many reasons I loved her.
Maddox is a DREAMBOAT, I am absolutely obsessed with this man. He is a dirty-talking, hot-as-hell man who is obsessed with his lady and I ate that right up. The things he was saying to Braxton throughout the book just had me melting, I was putty in his hands truly. Braxton was a very relatable character for me, watching her battle her own guilt regarding everything tore me up. But thankfully they were able to heal and move on together and it happened in just an amazing timeline, I cried multiple different times. Also, Maddox used my nickname weakness so I really had no chance, I was destined to love this man lmaooo.
I want to keep this spoiler free however I just want to put in a special shoutout for the tattoo, the bracelet, their special game-day interaction, Hades and protective Maddox. Unreal.
Excited for this series to continue. I am reading the first-gen books in an unconventional way because I am waiting for the republication of the second book but I enjoy Hannah's writing and am excited to continue reading her work. I am loving this universe and the characters are very special.
I have a weakness you could say, for second chance romance. So I already knew I was gonna be down BAD for this book but honestly was not expecting to be as obsessed as I am. I finished this book in one sitting, literally unable to put it down. Maddox and Braxton had me hooked from the prologue and I love watching their relationship mend in a way neither of them had ever dreamed it would. The banter in this book was also fun to read, Braxton's ability to give it right back to Maddox was one of the many reasons I loved her.
Maddox is a DREAMBOAT, I am absolutely obsessed with this man. He is a dirty-talking, hot-as-hell man who is obsessed with his lady and I ate that right up. The things he was saying to Braxton throughout the book just had me melting, I was putty in his hands truly. Braxton was a very relatable character for me, watching her battle her own guilt regarding everything tore me up. But thankfully they were able to heal and move on together and it happened in just an amazing timeline, I cried multiple different times. Also, Maddox used my nickname weakness so I really had no chance, I was destined to love this man lmaooo.
I want to keep this spoiler free however I just want to put in a special shoutout for the tattoo, the bracelet, their special game-day interaction, Hades and protective Maddox. Unreal.
Excited for this series to continue. I am reading the first-gen books in an unconventional way because I am waiting for the republication of the second book but I enjoy Hannah's writing and am excited to continue reading her work. I am loving this universe and the characters are very special.
I absolutely loved this books by Hannah Cowan! I’m not usually a big second chance romance genre reader but holy s*** this book got me hook, like, & sinker! It has that childhood best friend piece to it and some good spice! We love a spicy book! Lol. But anyways if y’all have a chance definitely give this book a read!
I just wasn’t exceptionally impressed by the driving plot points.