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A review by javacat
Off The Ice by Emma O'Dea
emotional
inspiring
reflective
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
4.0
Post break up, kindergarten teacher Cassie is thrown into an awkward living situation with her best friend's brother she has never met before. Who just so happens to be the NHL's hottest and grumpiest player.
O'Dea has debuted her writing with Off The Ice, a story proving that not every hockey romance needs to be spicy. Told in dual perspective, both characters face different situations with both each other and their respective families, which force them to grow. They learn that there are just some things in life that you can not control, and those things have no bearing on themselves.
Cassie's character arc is very compelling as she seeks inner peace through a very tumultuous time in her life. I found myself rooting for her all around. The book leaves no conflict unresolved while giving you a glimpse of what came after the end of the story, and the end gave me a sense of fulfillment that I don't always get. Maybe I found myself more invested in the characters than I expected to be when I picked up the book. Who knows. I hope there are more books to come by O'Dea that have such dynamic characters.
Thank you, Emma O'Dea, for allowing me the privilege of receiving an ARC for this book. This honest review has been left voluntarily.
O'Dea has debuted her writing with Off The Ice, a story proving that not every hockey romance needs to be spicy. Told in dual perspective, both characters face different situations with both each other and their respective families, which force them to grow. They learn that there are just some things in life that you can not control, and those things have no bearing on themselves.
Cassie's character arc is very compelling as she seeks inner peace through a very tumultuous time in her life. I found myself rooting for her all around. The book leaves no conflict unresolved while giving you a glimpse of what came after the end of the story, and the end gave me a sense of fulfillment that I don't always get. Maybe I found myself more invested in the characters than I expected to be when I picked up the book. Who knows. I hope there are more books to come by O'Dea that have such dynamic characters.
Thank you, Emma O'Dea, for allowing me the privilege of receiving an ARC for this book. This honest review has been left voluntarily.