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A review by one_more_book
Crossing the Line by Kelly Jamieson
3.0
Thank you NetGalley, Kelly Jamieson, and Boldwood books for allowing me to read an advance copy of Crossing the Line. While I’m not a hockey fan, Jamieson makes it an easy read with just the right amount of sports scenes so the reader is not overwhelmed.
Ban, an extremely talented professional hockey player and introvert, has been tapped to contend for team captain because of his outstanding leadership skills in the locker room and on the ice. However, his introversion causes him to struggle with small talk with anyone who is not a close friend and public speaking, even with just a sportscaster and cameraman. How can he be the team spokesperson? Management suggests he attend Toastmasters which nearly causes Ben to withdraw his name.
Mabel, just out of an emotionally abusive relationship, quits her job and moves in with her twin brother Marek and Ben (hockey teammates and best friends) who is waiting for his new condo to be ready. She is quirky, outgoing, appears to a bit flaky at times, and definitely an extrovert! Marek suggests that Ben hire Mabel to help him with public speaking and awkward situations.
And here you have a wonderful set-up for Marek’s warning to his teammates to “keep your hands off my sister”! This is a fast moving story filled with humor, innuendos, and steamy scenes countered with very emotional, touching moments as both Ben and Mabel share their weaknesses, worst moments, greatest fears, and learn that trusting the right people is crucial to your mental health and a successful relationship.
Ban, an extremely talented professional hockey player and introvert, has been tapped to contend for team captain because of his outstanding leadership skills in the locker room and on the ice. However, his introversion causes him to struggle with small talk with anyone who is not a close friend and public speaking, even with just a sportscaster and cameraman. How can he be the team spokesperson? Management suggests he attend Toastmasters which nearly causes Ben to withdraw his name.
Mabel, just out of an emotionally abusive relationship, quits her job and moves in with her twin brother Marek and Ben (hockey teammates and best friends) who is waiting for his new condo to be ready. She is quirky, outgoing, appears to a bit flaky at times, and definitely an extrovert! Marek suggests that Ben hire Mabel to help him with public speaking and awkward situations.
And here you have a wonderful set-up for Marek’s warning to his teammates to “keep your hands off my sister”! This is a fast moving story filled with humor, innuendos, and steamy scenes countered with very emotional, touching moments as both Ben and Mabel share their weaknesses, worst moments, greatest fears, and learn that trusting the right people is crucial to your mental health and a successful relationship.