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4.19 AVERAGE
4.19 AVERAGE
emotional
hopeful
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:
Yes
emotional
lighthearted
sad
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:
Yes
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funny
hopeful
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
4.5/5 stars
Thank you to Atria books and NetGalley for the E-ARC of this title.
Wow! This book absolutely blew me away. Peyton Corinne took a college aged hockey romance and turned it into a story of depth, acceptance, and love.
The characters were well drawn out and the friendship that bloomed between the unlikely pair of Freddy and Ro felt so genuine. From the outside looking in, the characters are complete opposites. However, when we get into the souls of these characters, they are both lonely and seeking out validation from others. Their self worth has been stripped away by those closest to them, and they find a trust in one another that is desperately needed by both.
Ro has the most awful boyfriend throughout the book and Freddy has some messed up relationships. It would have been nice to have these villainous characters pay for their insufferable personalities.
Perhaps the most surprising character was Freddy. There is so much more than the playboy persona that plagues him. I loved the way the author navigated his story. You will add him to your all time book boyfriend list immediately.
Some of the side character stories felt vague and inconsistent with Freddy and Ro's story. I read this as a standalone, but I think reading as a series would likely put those pieces together more seamlessly.
Thank you to Atria books and NetGalley for the E-ARC of this title.
Wow! This book absolutely blew me away. Peyton Corinne took a college aged hockey romance and turned it into a story of depth, acceptance, and love.
The characters were well drawn out and the friendship that bloomed between the unlikely pair of Freddy and Ro felt so genuine. From the outside looking in, the characters are complete opposites. However, when we get into the souls of these characters, they are both lonely and seeking out validation from others. Their self worth has been stripped away by those closest to them, and they find a trust in one another that is desperately needed by both.
Ro has the most awful boyfriend throughout the book and Freddy has some messed up relationships. It would have been nice to have these villainous characters pay for their insufferable personalities.
Perhaps the most surprising character was Freddy. There is so much more than the playboy persona that plagues him. I loved the way the author navigated his story. You will add him to your all time book boyfriend list immediately.
Some of the side character stories felt vague and inconsistent with Freddy and Ro's story. I read this as a standalone, but I think reading as a series would likely put those pieces together more seamlessly.
hopeful
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
The plot of this book was sweet and you find yourself rooting for the characters. The writing is fine and casual and readable so I finished it quickly. I felt like the author could have used more dramatic, theatrical descriptions with these characters because of their personalities and she didn’t really take advantage of that. It was fun still. I liked this one a lot more than Unsteady.
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Peyton Corinne is now an auto buy author for me. This was perfect. The pitt I felt in my stomach during certain parts and the absolute joy and love between these two was just everything. I can’t believe I have to wait till 2026 for Bennett story and I’m realllly hoping we get a Toren Kane book
I really enjoyed Freddy and Ro’s story! It felt honest and genuine and sweet. I’m really loving how Peyton Corinne tackles mental health in her books, and she did a great job with Freddy’s ADHD and learning disabilities. Truly enjoyed their story and their characters and can’t wait to read more in this series (I’m assuming she’s continuing it— seems like we’re building up for a Bennet story, and maybe Holden and/or Kane).
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Really enjoyed the banter and friendship that turned into something more. A great story with real problems, loyalty, and healing.
