The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
aelin_morgenstern's review against another edition
emotional
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Misogyny, and Sexual content
Minor: Pregnancy and Death of parent
mommasaystoread's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
4.0
Off the Record is the first book I've read, or in this case listened to, by Chelle Sloan, but it definitely won't be my last. Sadie and Hunter were so easy to root for, even when I wanted to shake the daylights out of one or both of them. They both tended to self-sabotage - Sadie more so than Hunter, but both had their moments. That said, this couple's biggest problem was a lack of communication when even a heads-up could've prevented drama.
It was pretty easy to figure out where the angst would come from in this one, and while it would've been a nice surprise if I was wrong, that didn't keep me from enjoying the story and swooning a bit over Hunter. I love that he knows what he wants, and he isn't afraid to go after it.
I had the pleasure of listening to this one, and I do mean pleasure. Lia Holland and Michael Gallagher give excellent performances. They capture the emotion of the story so well, and I don't just mean the romantic emotion. Hunter has some family things to work through, and not only was that well written, but it was equally well narrated.
The whole book is well written, in my opinion. I enjoyed Chelle Sloan's writing style, and I don't think she could've chosen narrators any better. As I mentioned, this is my first book by this author, but after listening to this one, my TBR has grown by a few new additions.
romancebookaffair's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars
Firstly I loved that this sports romance didn’t involve the sports players, it revolved around the part of the industry that probably isn’t written about nearly as much – the coaching staff and sports reporters. This is my first @chellsloan book and it certainly won’t be my last.
So much happens but the story isn’t rushed or lacking detail, everything that happened in their journey had time and detail and development. Hunter and Sadie are such strong characters but they aren’t without their flaws, demons and vulnerabilities. Both of them are working so hard to excel in their careers, Sadie to be respected in a male dominated industry and Hunter to be seen for his skills rather than who his father is, so deciding to see if their relationship will go anywhere is a big risk. Their relationship faces so many hurdles which are believable rather than over the top or unrealistic and makes the story so hard to put down. There are so many little parts of this story that I love – Sadie listing gross things to change her thoughts, Hunter’s physical reaction when Sadie talked football, Hunter’s gentlemanly manners especially the extended epilogue, their steamy chemistry but also their curl up together and watch Netflix moments. This is a brilliant start to the Nashville Fury series.
Firstly I loved that this sports romance didn’t involve the sports players, it revolved around the part of the industry that probably isn’t written about nearly as much – the coaching staff and sports reporters. This is my first @chellsloan book and it certainly won’t be my last.
So much happens but the story isn’t rushed or lacking detail, everything that happened in their journey had time and detail and development. Hunter and Sadie are such strong characters but they aren’t without their flaws, demons and vulnerabilities. Both of them are working so hard to excel in their careers, Sadie to be respected in a male dominated industry and Hunter to be seen for his skills rather than who his father is, so deciding to see if their relationship will go anywhere is a big risk. Their relationship faces so many hurdles which are believable rather than over the top or unrealistic and makes the story so hard to put down. There are so many little parts of this story that I love – Sadie listing gross things to change her thoughts, Hunter’s physical reaction when Sadie talked football, Hunter’s gentlemanly manners especially the extended epilogue, their steamy chemistry but also their curl up together and watch Netflix moments. This is a brilliant start to the Nashville Fury series.
readingbelle's review against another edition
If you know me, you know sports are my thing. Totally loved this one. Extra points for the low angst/drama and the adult reactions to the conflicts. Also, I loved Hunter. Sadie was A+ too.
jlkaad19's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
5.0
Amazing!
This book was so good! I could not stop reading it!!
I literally read this book in less than eight hours lol
Hunter and Sadie were so fun together and so GOOD TOGETHER!
I LOVED the grand gesture he did to apologize to her! So beautiful and so them ❤️
The epilogue made me happy and squeal at the same time lol
This book was so good! I could not stop reading it!!
I literally read this book in less than eight hours lol
Hunter and Sadie were so fun together and so GOOD TOGETHER!
I LOVED the grand gesture he did to apologize to her! So beautiful and so them ❤️
The epilogue made me happy and squeal at the same time lol
100_pages_hr's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
kem0514's review against another edition
4.0
This was a great read. Couple had chemistry. Good storyline. I love the forbidden, football coach/ reporter aspect and it made for quite the interesting story.
transportedlfl's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
erina1510's review against another edition
5.0
Holy crap I loved this book. I loved the fact that football was involved, aside from the fact that a couple SEC teams were mentioned, but not my Big 12 team. It was just an easy storyline to fall in line with, making it hard to put down. I loved how Sadie and Hunter were a great team and didn’t mix their business with pleasure. The way they were able to focus on each other and not always looking for the next story, which is what Sadie’s job entails. This was my second book from this author and I’m a fan! Can’t wait to read more.