itskkxys 's review for:

Shots Fired by Ruth Stilling

4.0

adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective tense 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: Complicated

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This book follows Archer, a reformed NHL playboy with a heart of gold, and Darcy, his best friend’s sister—the one girl he’s always known was the one. From the moment they met, Archer was all in. But after Darcy escapes a toxic relationship, she’s not ready for anything serious. So Archer offers her exactly what she says she wants: just a little fun. But with a connection like theirs, it was always going to turn into something more.

What unfolds is a once-in-a-lifetime, soulmate-level kind of love. Archer is the ultimate golden retriever, cinnamon-roll of a man—soft, loyal, and completely devoted to making Darcy happy. He sees her, understands her, and never fails to give her exactly what she needs. Their love is sweet, electric, and so easy to root for.