
Casey was such a cinnamon roll, so sweet and kind and always focused on making everyone feel happy, always up for a party and never ashamed of the mess he creates on the way. The way the awkward roommate situation turns into a bromance that turns into something else was so heartwarming. So, his offer to let the new called in backup goalie stay in his house is actually more for his own benefit than a pure act of goodness. His only problem is that he’s afraid of the dark and of being alone. Where Landon is shy, introvert, dealing with grief and guilt after the loss of his sister, having proximity problems and not making friends easily, Casey is the complete opposite an all star player thriving in the spotlight, easy and outgoing, loving people and flirting. The story is about the two hockey players Landon Stackhouse and Casey Hicks, who on paper are as different as one can get. But don’t worry, there were some precious steamy moments worth waiting for! Which I loved! It was such a perfect slow burn romance that focused on the main characters truly getting to know each other and build the trust in one another to dare to fully open up and be vulnerable before getting physical. But as the new year approaches, the countdown to the end of Landon's time in Calgary is on.Time to Shine is the new MM hockey romance by Rachel Reid, who has written many great ones, but this is a sweeter story and closer to YA in the writing style. Spending the holidays together only intensifies their bromance-turned-romance. As friends, Landon comes to notice a few things about Casey, like his wide, easy smile and sparkling green-blue eyes. They couldn't have less in common, but Landon needs a place to live that's not a hotel room and Casey has just bought a massive house-and hates being alone.Īs roommates, Casey refuses to be defeated by Landon's one-word answers. He's endlessly charming and completely laid-back in a way that Landon absolutely can't relate to. The only player who doesn't seem to notice is Calgary's superstar young winger, Casey Hicks.Ĭasey treats Landon like an old friend, even though they've only interacted briefly in the past. A quiet loner by nature, Landon knows he gives off strong "don't talk to me" vibes. "Rachel Reid's hockey heroes are sexy, hot, and passionate!" -#1 New York Times bestselling author Lauren Blakelyįrom the USA TODAY bestselling author of the Game Changers series comes a merry and bright hockey romance about finding your place, finding your people and finding your way back to the one you love the most.įor Landon Stackhouse, being called up from the Calgary farm team is exciting and terrifying, even if, as the backup goalie, he rarely leaves the bench.
