A review by sarahluvsromance_1201
If You Love Me by Helena Hunting

emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

I really enjoyed this audiobook! 

What I loved:
-The team dynamic and found family vibes of this entire standalone series is top tier! 
-I loved that Helena tackled the issues of female coaches within the hockey league and calls out the double standard and expectations placed upon women in these fields. 
-The sister relationship and family moments were super sweet. I liked that therapy was talked about in such a healthy way. 
-Low angst, minimal if any miscommunication since both characters are older and more mature. They talk about their issues. 
-The tension was so good. They like each other, have amazing chemistry, but their jobs keep them apart. The tension was amped up because they both know how they feel and what they want but try to wait. 
-Roman is beyond protective and caring, and we saw that anytime he went full "family" mode for the heroine, her sisters, or his daughter. 
-The way he was so soft and protective with the heroine, but more "controlling" int he bedroom (but in a soft way) was a very interesting dynamic. He is not dominating but there is definitely a vibe of he is in charge and in control where the bedroom is concerned. 

I am DYING for Connor's and Flip's books. I feel like the wait might end me, but wait I shall, and the books in between will be just as great! I am excited for what was announced at the end of this one. 

As always, there are great narrators, as her audiobooks are always worth a listen!