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fsmeurinne's review
4.0
It's all about Simon and Stella's story. Simon who's focused on hockey and getting drafted. But he's also crushing hard on Stella, his teammate's sister. When Stella's feeling down, Simon is there for her no matter what. So he invites her to go with him to Canada for a hockey clinic, and things start getting intense. Stella's hesitant at first because she's feeling some serious sparks with Simon, but she takes a leap of faith. And their relationship is simply sweet. They support each other, make mistakes, and it's heartwarming to see them fall in love. Stella goes on a journey of self-discovery, and Simon is her rock. The drama is low but gets you going throughout the story.
messing_with_book's review against another edition
5.0
ARC kindly provided for the author in exchange for an honest review
Without a doubt this is my favorite Wyncote Wolves book, I LOVED the love story that [a:Cali Melle|22428539|Cali Melle|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1657652709p2/22428539.jpg] gave us with Simon & Stella, their interactions are one of the most tender, sweet and I really liked how their relationship was built throughout the book.
Ever since I read Stella in [b:Splintered Ice|105734282|Splintered Ice (Wyncote Wolves)|Cali Melle|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1675808858l/105734282._SY75_.jpg|100425803] I've been wanting to know more about her, but I didn't expect her story to make me suffer and break my heart like this, especially seeing more of her relationship with Sterling and his parents, although I would have liked Cali to delve more into that topic within the plot of this character. I also liked reading her on the journey of self-discovery that she begins, making changes in her life and finding out what she really wants from it, also, I think she's a very complex female character in terms of what how she feels about Simon, her fears and how vulnerable she can be.
Simon also stole my heart in the previous book and in this book I fell completely in love with him. I love that he is always there to support, understand and accompany Stella, that he's the most flirtatious, understanding and sweet person in the world, and that he also makes mistakes to show us that he's not the perfect guy.
What I liked the most about Stella & Simon was that she found in him someone to trust when she needed it most and that he accompanies her on such an important journey that begins at Coast to Coast, besides that together they made me love their relationship very much, and I have to say that the drama that Cali gave me in this book made me very happy.
Without a doubt this is my favorite Wyncote Wolves book, I LOVED the love story that [a:Cali Melle|22428539|Cali Melle|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1657652709p2/22428539.jpg] gave us with Simon & Stella, their interactions are one of the most tender, sweet and I really liked how their relationship was built throughout the book.
Ever since I read Stella in [b:Splintered Ice|105734282|Splintered Ice (Wyncote Wolves)|Cali Melle|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1675808858l/105734282._SY75_.jpg|100425803] I've been wanting to know more about her, but I didn't expect her story to make me suffer and break my heart like this, especially seeing more of her relationship with Sterling and his parents, although I would have liked Cali to delve more into that topic within the plot of this character. I also liked reading her on the journey of self-discovery that she begins, making changes in her life and finding out what she really wants from it, also, I think she's a very complex female character in terms of what how she feels about Simon, her fears and how vulnerable she can be.
Simon also stole my heart in the previous book and in this book I fell completely in love with him. I love that he is always there to support, understand and accompany Stella, that he's the most flirtatious, understanding and sweet person in the world, and that he also makes mistakes to show us that he's not the perfect guy.
What I liked the most about Stella & Simon was that she found in him someone to trust when she needed it most and that he accompanies her on such an important journey that begins at Coast to Coast, besides that together they made me love their relationship very much, and I have to say that the drama that Cali gave me in this book made me very happy.
gabe_24's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
tzinreads's review against another edition
5.0
The author provided me with an ARC, in exchange for an honest review! Thank you Cali
betweenthepagesreviews's review against another edition
4.0
The chemistry is so lovely between this pair. It doesn’t feel rushed but also not so dragged out that it’s unbelievable and has a great balance on emotional and physical attraction. I really wanted them to be together but could understand the hesitancy in her part and also the feeling that you don’t want to give something up for someone or feel as if your life is being dictated by them. Even if they may just be the love of your life. I loved this whole series and it is one of my top hockey romance interconnected series that I highly recommend.
readingwithstrangers62's review against another edition
4.0
“I’ll travel coast to coast for that fucking girl.”After reading Coast to Coast, I think it’s safe to say Simon is my new favorite Wyncote Wolves hockey player. Simon knew what he wanted from the moment Stella moved into the hockey house and what he wanted was a life with Stella.
Stella is dedicating her summer to discovering herself. Her ex just cheated on her and she doesn’t know what she truly has left in California but doesn’t want to go crawling back to Vermont either. Simon appoints himself to be part of her journey. “I’m just along for the ride… unless she decides she wants to ride me instead”
Stella is dedicating her summer to discovering herself. Her ex just cheated on her and she doesn’t know what she truly has left in California but doesn’t want to go crawling back to Vermont either. Simon appoints himself to be part of her journey. “I’m just along for the ride… unless she decides she wants to ride me instead”
fsmeurinne's review against another edition
4.0
It's all about Simon and Stella's story. Simon who's focused on hockey and getting drafted. But he's also crushing hard on Stella, his teammate's sister. When Stella's feeling down, Simon is there for her no matter what. So he invites her to go with him to Canada for a hockey clinic, and things start getting intense. Stella's hesitant at first because she's feeling some serious sparks with Simon, but she takes a leap of faith. And their relationship is simply sweet. They support each other, make mistakes, and it's heartwarming to see them fall in love. Stella goes on a journey of self-discovery, and Simon is her rock. The drama is low but gets you going throughout the story.
kreadsoften's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars.
Simon Murray and Stella Barrett had a connection and always flirted with each other, but neither took it seriously, besides Stella had a boyfriend. When Stella saw her boyfriend and best friend sleeping together, she promptly left and went back home to Vermont. Her brother, Sterling, offered to let her move into his place since he was moving out, but he didn’t live alone — he had roommates: Simon and a Lincoln.
Simon had to leave for hockey camp in Canada and asked Stella to go with him. Stella decided to find herself over the summer, so when Simon offered, she accepted.
Simon was a total sweetheart. He was a hot hockey player, yet he wasn’t a f*ckboy and he stood up for Stella when her brother was an a**hole to her. He listened to Stella’s wants and needs and was constantly there for her.
Stella was so tough. She got back on her feet after her troubled teenage years and did her own thing even though it wasn’t what her family wanted. She took risks and tried to find what would make her happy.
The spice? Wheeew, that was great
Simon Murray and Stella Barrett had a connection and always flirted with each other, but neither took it seriously, besides Stella had a boyfriend. When Stella saw her boyfriend and best friend sleeping together, she promptly left and went back home to Vermont. Her brother, Sterling, offered to let her move into his place since he was moving out, but he didn’t live alone — he had roommates: Simon and a Lincoln.
Simon had to leave for hockey camp in Canada and asked Stella to go with him. Stella decided to find herself over the summer, so when Simon offered, she accepted.
Simon was a total sweetheart. He was a hot hockey player, yet he wasn’t a f*ckboy and he stood up for Stella when her brother was an a**hole to her. He listened to Stella’s wants and needs and was constantly there for her.
Stella was so tough. She got back on her feet after her troubled teenage years and did her own thing even though it wasn’t what her family wanted. She took risks and tried to find what would make her happy.
The spice? Wheeew, that was great
eajohnston's review against another edition
5.0
This is my favorite book so far in the series! I absolutely loved Simon and Stella’s story. If you like any of the following, then this book will be for you:
Friends to lovers ✔️
One bed ✔️
Brothers best friend ✔️
Hero with past issues ✔️
Heroine who has been cheated on ✔️
Simon is easily my favorite MMC of the series. He is so raw and real with what he says and up until this point, he was basically a mystery, so it was great to see an in depth version of Simon. I also love how he fell first, and fell hard.
Stella is on a self discovery mission when she unexpectedly falls in love with Simon and it’s beautiful.
These characters were so fun and I can’t wait for Vaughn’s story next! I feel like his is going to be an emotional read.
Friends to lovers ✔️
One bed ✔️
Brothers best friend ✔️
Hero with past issues ✔️
Heroine who has been cheated on ✔️
Simon is easily my favorite MMC of the series. He is so raw and real with what he says and up until this point, he was basically a mystery, so it was great to see an in depth version of Simon. I also love how he fell first, and fell hard.
Stella is on a self discovery mission when she unexpectedly falls in love with Simon and it’s beautiful.
These characters were so fun and I can’t wait for Vaughn’s story next! I feel like his is going to be an emotional read.