Hot As Puck

by Lili Valente

[stacey_is_sassy]

Pretty good puck...

I enjoyed this friends-to-lovers short story and thought the main characters were pretty entertaining. I think the main problem with a short story like this is that we don't get a lot of time "seeing" the reformed manwhore become a monogamous and dedicated loving man. Sure, the big gestures mean a lot but I wanted to see them weather a few storms and navigate the choppy seas.

When we first meet Justin and Libby they are not romantically interested in each other. Justin has just dumped his clingy girlfriend and Libby has a crush on one of her workmates. As they have been friends for a long time, Libby decides to ask for some advice or how to get her man. It's not long before they start to feel an attraction to each other. The tricky part is that neither wants to risk their longstanding friendship.

The narrators do a really good job and I found them very easy to listen to.

Once I got past the beginning where there was no attraction or tension, I settled in for an entertaining little treat. Yes, I would have liked to "see" Justin be in the relationship a little more, but there was enough to leave me somewhat satisfied.

If you're a fan of hockey romance, I definitely suggest giving Hot as Puck a try.