"Pucking Around" in the series "Jacksonville Rays" by Emily Rath revolves around Rachel, a doctor starting a new job with a brand new hockey team, the Jacksonville Rays. She forms strong bonds with the hockey players, particularly Jake, Caleb, and Ilmari, as their lives become intricately intertwined. The story beautifully explores the relationships between the characters, delving into their individual demons, strengths, and resilience while navigating romance, spicy moments, and emotional challenges.
The plot of "Pucking Around" is a blend of delicious romance and spice, featuring well-developed characters with unique personalities. The story unfolds seamlessly between drama, steamy scenes, banter, and heartwarming interactions, with a focus on polyamorous relationships and personal growth. Emily Rath's writing style captures the complexities of love, family, and self-discovery, creating a captivating narrative that keeps readers engaged from start to finish.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings include explicit sexual content, exploration of consent, and dynamics of polyamorous relationships.
Has Romance?
Yes, there is a significant romance element throughout the book, characterized by emotional and physical intimacy among the characters.
From The Publisher:
Discover the story that launched the international bestselling Jacksonville Rays Hockey Series!
My name is Rachel Price, and two months ago, I walked away from the perfect man. Sweet and funny, and so hot it should be illegal-we shared one magical night. No names. No strings. I never thought I'd see him again.
I was wrong. It turns out Mr. Perfect is the playboy grinder for the Jacksonville Rays, the NHL's hottest new hockey team…and I'm his new physical therapist. Oh, and the jerk doesn't even recognize me!
This fellowship is going to be the longest ten months of my life. Mr. Perfect Mistake will do anything to get back on my good side. Meanwhile, his best friend is the surly new equipment manager always riding my case. Worst of all, I've got an uncooperative goalie who thinks I can't tell he's hiding an injury!
This is my chance to prove myself, and I'm not risking it for anything. But with one unexpected night, one secret revealed, these men are ready to test all my limits. I can't fall for a player…let alone three. But if love is a game, these guys are playing to win.
PUCKING AROUND is a spicy 'why choose' hockey romance. For the best reader experience, start with the prequel novella That One Night. For a full list of tropes, tags, and CWs, see the author's website.
Ratings (52)
Incredible (16) | |
Loved It (21) | |
Liked It (7) | |
It Was OK (6) | |
Hated It (2) |
Reader Stats (93):
Read It (56) | |
Currently Reading (1) | |
Want To Read (28) | |
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2 comment(s)
This was a ride, It was not written completely for the plot.
People don't read 5
This story pleasantly surprised me, exceeding my expectations. Despite its lengthy page count, the pacing remains steady, with no unnecessary filler scenes. I appreciated the depth of connection between the characters, particularly the dynamic between Jake, Caleb, and Rachel. Rachel, contrary to my initial assumptions, is a well-organized character who adds depth to the narrative. Despite some minor annoyances towards the end, the overall support shown by the characters is genuinely endearing. The relationships, though mostly love at first sight, felt authentic within the context of the story. Overall, this romance left me with a warm feeling, and I wouldn't be surprised to revisit it in the future. As a first-time reader of this author, I now understand why this story has garnered so much praise, and I look forward to exploring more of their work.
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