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evmb_c's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
su5hma's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
megthecatlady's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Emotional abuse, Dementia, and Injury/Injury detail
timap's review
5.0
4.5 stars. Clare, the female lead, is a single mum raising two teenagers, the first conceived shortly after Elliott, the male lead and her former best friend and first love, left town to pursue professional hockey. Now, two decades later, Elliott is back in town and the coach of the local college hockey team. When they keep running into each other, maybe they can make something of this…
This story is dual POV, well written, and a great contemporary second chance romance. I enjoyed the interactions between both primary and secondary characters, especially Clare’s children and some of Elliott’s hockey players. I laughed out loud at some of the banter and awkwardness and general shenanigans that Clare and Elliott got up to. I appreciated Elliott’s continual encouragement of Clare, boosting her self-esteem and pushing her to make some choices for herself, something that is a genuine struggle for mothers everywhere. I also understood each of their struggles to put aside the pain they’d incurred from others and not inflict it on each other and their relationship. I appreciate the realism of this author’s stories and really empathised with these characters. I also enjoyed that, whilst it stands alone, it is enhanced by having read the others in the series.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and this is my voluntary honest review.
This story is dual POV, well written, and a great contemporary second chance romance. I enjoyed the interactions between both primary and secondary characters, especially Clare’s children and some of Elliott’s hockey players. I laughed out loud at some of the banter and awkwardness and general shenanigans that Clare and Elliott got up to. I appreciated Elliott’s continual encouragement of Clare, boosting her self-esteem and pushing her to make some choices for herself, something that is a genuine struggle for mothers everywhere. I also understood each of their struggles to put aside the pain they’d incurred from others and not inflict it on each other and their relationship. I appreciate the realism of this author’s stories and really empathised with these characters. I also enjoyed that, whilst it stands alone, it is enhanced by having read the others in the series.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and this is my voluntary honest review.
theoverflowingbookshelf's review
4.0
Just when I think I’ve reached the end of the Snow Pirates Books, Lasairiona McMasters goes and writes another wonderful addition to the series!
I really enjoyed how realistic Clare and Elliot (aka Coach Swift)‘s romance was. This single parent, divorcee, second chance romance was binge-worthy and so enjoyable! The ups and downs in their relationship kept me hooked onto the plot and wondering just how things would work out for these long lost lovers!
While I’m sad to see the Snow Pirates Series end, I am excited for what McMasters will write next (which I believe includes a spin-off hockey romance series!!!) and definitely recommend checking this book out as part of the series or as a standalone romance!
*I received an ARC from the author in exchange for my honest opinion.
I really enjoyed how realistic Clare and Elliot (aka Coach Swift)‘s romance was. This single parent, divorcee, second chance romance was binge-worthy and so enjoyable! The ups and downs in their relationship kept me hooked onto the plot and wondering just how things would work out for these long lost lovers!
While I’m sad to see the Snow Pirates Series end, I am excited for what McMasters will write next (which I believe includes a spin-off hockey romance series!!!) and definitely recommend checking this book out as part of the series or as a standalone romance!
*I received an ARC from the author in exchange for my honest opinion.
lee_readsanything's review
5.0
Another one a masterpiece that I couldn’t put down. Loved reading coach swifts story. Need to go back and start the series from the beginning as I love it so much
amgibson2's review
4.0
Coach Elliott Swift has been a consistent presence in the Snow Pirates series. In this second chance romance, he bumps into his one that got away, Clare. She is a single mother who has had horrible luck with men after Elliott left town to pursue his hockey dreams after high school. Everyone she has ever fallen for has left her. She struggles to overcome feeling abandoned, even by Elliott when things get tough. Add in the fact that her kids have one foot out of the door; her daughter off to college and her son choosing to move in with his dad.. I respect that she is a strong, independent woman. She has always put her family first, but we see her blossom into the more she’s always wanted to be.
Eliott never had kids of his own, but has always been a father figure to his hockey team. They rely on him for the tough love and support in more than just hockey. I enjoyed the hockey team turning the tables on him in this book. They offered advice, support, and muscle when he needed help wooing Clare. The characters we’ve come to know and love from the series make appearances and add a dash of humor and.
Though Elliott and Clare hit a few speed bumps along their way to happily ever after, they are able to rekindle and build onto the relationship that began in Kindergarten. It was a beautiful story that I’m sure many readers will be able to relate to. Well done!.
Eliott never had kids of his own, but has always been a father figure to his hockey team. They rely on him for the tough love and support in more than just hockey. I enjoyed the hockey team turning the tables on him in this book. They offered advice, support, and muscle when he needed help wooing Clare. The characters we’ve come to know and love from the series make appearances and add a dash of humor and.
Though Elliott and Clare hit a few speed bumps along their way to happily ever after, they are able to rekindle and build onto the relationship that began in Kindergarten. It was a beautiful story that I’m sure many readers will be able to relate to. Well done!.
tmanning710's review against another edition
4.0
This book is a little different than the other in this series in that this one is about the coach and not one of the players. And let me tell you I was here for it! Don’t get me wrong, I love reading about my hockey boys but it’s also nice when I get to read a book where the main characters are older. I felt so much for Clare and Elliot throughout the entire book. They have both gone through and are still going through so much that it keeps getting in the way of them making things work. The characters are amazing and as emotional as this book can get at times, there’s always some comedic relief right around the corner. Reading this was also a great reminder that we are harder on ourselves than anyone else is and we should try to be kinder to ourselves. Honestly, this is the second chance romance that I didn’t know I needed until I read it.