"You Googled me?"
"What kind of twenty-first century guy would I be if I didn't?"
If I had to pick one category for this book, I would classify it as a sports romance. As always, Comeaux dazzles us with her skating world knowledge. From the commentary to the description of the skating sequences, it is apparent she is well versed in this world. I especially loved the competition sequences, as I felt like I was there watching it all unfold.
Comeaux also gives us a beautiful and sweet romance. I was shipping this couple from their first meeting, and found myself frustrated over and over again with the various roadblocks that kept popping up. It was hard to sit by, but the relationship between Braden and Liza was never totally dormant. It was growing and changing as Liza grew and changed.
"'No one could ever steal me from you. This is all yours.' He patted his heart."
And that brings me to my next point. I would quickly classify this book as a sports romance, but there was a lot more to it. One aspect of the story I really loved, was how Liza was sort of coming-of-age. She had been very sheltered. She didn't have many friends, went to an all girls school, had never been kissed, and spent most of her time skating. In this book, she grew so much. She had a multitude of new experiences, but most importantly, she was starting to take a controlling interest in her life. She hesitated at times, and she doubted herself, but in the end she blossomed.
"You embraced my dream with your whole heart."
And, seriously, I dare someone not to fall in love with Braden. He is just the sweetest, most considerate guy out there. His patience was tested time and time again, and he passed with flying colors. Actually, I loved him and his family. I sort of wanted them to adopt me.
"You know what you are? You're my personal sunshine."
I was really in the mood for a sweet, adorbs read, and Comeaux gave me exactly what I was looking for.
This gif pretty much sums up my feelings about this book.
Overall: A charming romance filled with exhilarating sports sequences, family, friends, and fun.
**I would like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for the review copy
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