ahaynes's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
thecozyreaderwbo's review against another edition
5.0
Really enjoyed this book!
So many secrets and awesome things to be uncovered in this read.
The characters are fun, sexy, and full of wonderful secrets.
Such a good book!
So many secrets and awesome things to be uncovered in this read.
The characters are fun, sexy, and full of wonderful secrets.
Such a good book!
illbefinealone's review against another edition
4.0
This is the second Julie Cross book that I'm reading, and by what I've read so far I can say that what she does best when it comes to writing is make it feel incredibly honest. What I also love about this book (and the series) is how the characters just jump off the page, they're vivid, they seem realistic. All I could think about while reading this book was how well the topics in this book are delineated.
While I was left with a few questions, and there was a scenario that played out in a way that I don't think it will in real life, I still enjoyed this book a great deal and I recommend it.
While I was left with a few questions, and there was a scenario that played out in a way that I don't think it will in real life, I still enjoyed this book a great deal and I recommend it.
kristy_k's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 Stars
This was a quick, fun read that I read in one sitting last night while I couldn’t sleep. Although it’s the second in a series, it can be read as a stand-alone (different main couple, same city/group of people). My favorite thing about this book was how Cross took stereotypes and proved them wrong (and showed why you shouldn’t judge people off of their social status or extracurricular activities). No ditzy, mean cheerleader; no bullying popular kids. I loved that she showed the positive traits of teenagers: helping each other out, loyalty, friendship, etc. I also really liked that their summer school teacher was truly invested in helping them learn and that she really cared about them succeeding.
Haley and Fletcher worked well together as friends and (later) as more. It’s a slow burn YA romance, built on trust, that I’d recommend for any YA contemporary fans.
This was a quick, fun read that I read in one sitting last night while I couldn’t sleep. Although it’s the second in a series, it can be read as a stand-alone (different main couple, same city/group of people). My favorite thing about this book was how Cross took stereotypes and proved them wrong (and showed why you shouldn’t judge people off of their social status or extracurricular activities). No ditzy, mean cheerleader; no bullying popular kids. I loved that she showed the positive traits of teenagers: helping each other out, loyalty, friendship, etc. I also really liked that their summer school teacher was truly invested in helping them learn and that she really cared about them succeeding.
Haley and Fletcher worked well together as friends and (later) as more. It’s a slow burn YA romance, built on trust, that I’d recommend for any YA contemporary fans.
danicapage's review against another edition
3.0
Content warning: Pg-13 sexuality. This book reads more like a tame New Adult than a young adult novel at times. While the sexual content is tame, it’s enough to push this into a more new adult range I think. But it’s based on high school. Some language.
Read out of order.
Read out of order.
brianna_meshelle's review against another edition
3.0
3.5// likes this book better then the first one but it was definitely lacking in some departments. The job twist was really interesting and creative but I wish the story did show hockey games more often. Was a good romance but it’s wasn’t a good sports romance.
things100's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
A really cute ya hockey high school romance. I loved how fletch had the allergies worked into his character without making it his entire personality. I really love fletch and Haley also the adhd representation was really nice as well. Good book but no spice
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol and Medical content
Minor: Sexual content and Bullying
taylorfennerwrites's review against another edition
5.0
4.75/5 Stars! Review Originally Posted On: Taylor Fenner's Bookish World
Breaking the Ice is the second book in the Juniper Falls series and it revolves around Haley Stevenson (Tate's ex-girlfriend from Off the Ice) and Fletcher Scott.
After her break up from Tate, Haley has sworn off relationships until at least college and she's trying to focus on bringing her grades up during summer school and getting a tuition waiver to go to her dream college, UCF. If only Haley could focus on what she needs to get done.
When her Civics teacher assigns a partner project, Haley seeks out the help of the guy sitting behind her, a guy who seems annoyed with her already. Insert Fletcher Scott who prefers to stick to his loner tendencies after being the victim of bullying and whose family has been the topic of cruel town gossip in the past. The last thing he wants or needs is to get closer to the town "it girl" because getting close to anyone means the chance that someone might figure out his secrets. Secrets he can't afford to have getting out.
As the two spend more and more time together Haley gets under Fletch's skin and teaches him that letting people in isn't always a bad thing and Haley in turn learns the importance of caring about someone other than herself.
I was eager to read Breaking the Ice after reading and loving Off the Ice earlier this year and this book definitely didn't disappoint. If possible, I think I loved Haley and Fletch's story even more than I loved Tate and Claire's story. I thought Fletch's allergies were plotted well and very well researched as well as the undercurrents of Fletch's OCD and Haley's possible ADHD diagnosis, although I would have liked for that to have had a definitive answer. I mean I'm sure Haley had ADHD but it seemed like something that was just going to be looked into.
I loved getting to see a different side of Haley and the other characters that returned from book one. I especially liked Jamie and kind of hope we either see more of him in a future book or even his own book. Another character I hope to see more of is Fletch's cousin Cole. Maybe give him a year or two to get a little older and I think he'll be a heartbreaker.
There were a couple things I wish would have been wrapped up more. I would have maybe liked to have seen Mike and Fletch have a conversation about the past, even though I do like how the author plotted it I just would have liked to see them be able to put that incident in the past together. I also kind of feel like we were left hanging at the end with Fletch's hockey offer and I wonder if it will be elaborated on in a future book or if we're to just assume that he said yes (which I think he probably would).
Overall I loved this book so much. It made me laugh and it's one of those feel good books that will leave you with a smile on your face. This author is definitely one that's books I want to return to over and over again.
Breaking the Ice is the second book in the Juniper Falls series and it revolves around Haley Stevenson (Tate's ex-girlfriend from Off the Ice) and Fletcher Scott.
After her break up from Tate, Haley has sworn off relationships until at least college and she's trying to focus on bringing her grades up during summer school and getting a tuition waiver to go to her dream college, UCF. If only Haley could focus on what she needs to get done.
When her Civics teacher assigns a partner project, Haley seeks out the help of the guy sitting behind her, a guy who seems annoyed with her already. Insert Fletcher Scott who prefers to stick to his loner tendencies after being the victim of bullying and whose family has been the topic of cruel town gossip in the past. The last thing he wants or needs is to get closer to the town "it girl" because getting close to anyone means the chance that someone might figure out his secrets. Secrets he can't afford to have getting out.
As the two spend more and more time together Haley gets under Fletch's skin and teaches him that letting people in isn't always a bad thing and Haley in turn learns the importance of caring about someone other than herself.
I was eager to read Breaking the Ice after reading and loving Off the Ice earlier this year and this book definitely didn't disappoint. If possible, I think I loved Haley and Fletch's story even more than I loved Tate and Claire's story. I thought Fletch's allergies were plotted well and very well researched as well as the undercurrents of Fletch's OCD and Haley's possible ADHD diagnosis, although I would have liked for that to have had a definitive answer. I mean I'm sure Haley had ADHD but it seemed like something that was just going to be looked into.
I loved getting to see a different side of Haley and the other characters that returned from book one. I especially liked Jamie and kind of hope we either see more of him in a future book or even his own book. Another character I hope to see more of is Fletch's cousin Cole. Maybe give him a year or two to get a little older and I think he'll be a heartbreaker.
There were a couple things I wish would have been wrapped up more. I would have maybe liked to have seen Mike and Fletch have a conversation about the past, even though I do like how the author plotted it I just would have liked to see them be able to put that incident in the past together. I also kind of feel like we were left hanging at the end with Fletch's hockey offer and I wonder if it will be elaborated on in a future book or if we're to just assume that he said yes (which I think he probably would).
Overall I loved this book so much. It made me laugh and it's one of those feel good books that will leave you with a smile on your face. This author is definitely one that's books I want to return to over and over again.
faerietears's review against another edition
4.0
Full Review on The Blog
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Overall this was an incredibly fun, sweet, and sexy book which I devoured. I will absolutely be looking for more books from Julie Cross in the future.
www.carolineandrus.com
Overall this was an incredibly fun, sweet, and sexy book which I devoured. I will absolutely be looking for more books from Julie Cross in the future.
thecozyreader's review against another edition
5.0
Really enjoyed this book!
So many secrets and awesome things to be uncovered in this read.
The characters are fun, sexy, and full of wonderful secrets.
Such a good book!
So many secrets and awesome things to be uncovered in this read.
The characters are fun, sexy, and full of wonderful secrets.
Such a good book!