A review by jennyreads_2022
The Secret Hook Up by Pippa Grant

funny hopeful lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-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

4.75

FMC: Addie Bloom, professional baseball coach

MMC: Duncan Lavoie, pro hockey captain

Spice: 🌶️🌶️

Pages: 378

Tropes: Second Chance Romance, Hockey Romance, RomCom, Golden Retriever MMC, He Falls First

Setting: Copper Valley, Virginia

Thoughts: I really enjoyed this trip back to Copper Valley. I loved that it was a mash up of the characters from the Thrusters and the Fireballs. It was fun to get glimpses of some of my favorite characters well after their happily ever afters. 

Duncan and Addie were the best kind of second chance romance. They both understood the part they’d played in their break up and worked hard to fix where they’d gone wrong. I loved Duncan’s acceptance and drive to try again. He was so patient and understanding of Addie’s feelings. 

Addie was a strong fmc. She was living in a world dominated by men and just trying to make her way. I loved her character growth throughout the book. She was determined to be independent and not rely on anyone, but Duncan kept knocking down her walls. 

I love Pippa’s romcoms. They all start with a hilarious situation but also delve into themes that can be heavy. I love the way she creates an ideal world but gives each character a flaw that is incredibly relatable.