This is the first book that I have read from this author and it was pretty good. There seems to be some characters that might be in her MMA series that I would love to look into cant wait for the next book in the series.

Hard Stick was an enjoyable read by L P Dover. Kristen has some hardships in her life prior to meeting Kellan. Kellan has to broken down Kristens walls and shows her that she can trust him. Hard Stick is full of suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Loved the in depth story line and the amazing strength of the main character Kristen. While most stories I have read simply refer back to the events that take up the first 3 chapters of the book, or do flashbacks, I enjoyed it all being detailed- I developed a connection to the characters, especially Cole. You don't get that benefit in a synopsis or events or flashbacks so I applaud L.P. Dover for giving me Cole.

This story lays the foundation for the Breakaway Series and our anchor couple of Kirsten and Kellan. Kirsten has a tumultuous story that has led her back home to North Carolina after fleeing Boston. Having a psycho ex ruining her life, Kirsten withdraws from day to day life to hide out working in a bar. Running into a sexy ice hockey star was not on her radar. Kellan isn't exactly what he seems- that being a playboy- and he likes Kirsten and has the stamina to wait for her to come around to his attention.

Taking awhile to give in to his date requests, these two finally go out and find they have so much in common along with a sizzling attraction. Feeling able to come out of her shell, Kirsten allows Kellan to see the real her. But danger is never far away from Kirsten and could it be that Kellan has unknowingly brought it back to her?

When their love brings back danger into Kirsten's life, Kellan is hell bent to be there for her and protect her, but is he too late. Kirsten is strong and feisty and thought she'd be ready the next time around, but when she can't stop threats to those she loves how far will she go to protect them.

Quick read. Good blend of romance and suspense with likable lead characters.

L.P. Dover has written an incredibly amazing story about a woman who has had very tragic events in her life. She is running and hiding and just spending her time trying to keep busy. Until a hockey player gets through to her. This is a fantastic love story about learning to trust, love, and letting go. I will say, if you are looking for a book all about hockey go read Hockey for Dummies.

This story is very well written, the characters and the plot are fleshed out marvelously. You really believe that you are involved in the story and that you could go to the same places as Kellan and Kristen. I would recommend that anyone reads this book. Once you do you will need to read all the rest of L.P. Dover's books because she is just that awesome of an author.

Hard bod aND soft heart, my kind of guy Findin love after being betrayed and having to go by a different name and leaving her world behind ... what a great story

Sports and true love are a couple of my favorite things in life. When they come together in a gorgeous story, it's all the better. This was a great read!

I enjoyed book, totally fell in love with Kellan, and did like Kristen. I was so broken hearted over Cole, but loved how Kristen did not forget him, but constantly remembered that he was a loyal friend til the end. Mitch was a total nutcase, but it enjoyable to read the lengths he went thru with his crazy obsession. It is always heartwarming to read about a group of friends that are there for you, and Kristen had that. I can't wait for next book, I am hoping it is Dallas and that reporter.

Hard Stick (Breakaway #1)
L.P. Dover
Book Review: ♥ ♥ ❣
The first 14% of this book is nothing to do with hockey.
This book is about a stalker ex-boyfriend who is married but wants a puppet girlfriend on the side.

Kristen gets involved with the wrong man, and he steals everything from her. She goes into hiding to get away from him, but he's still looking for her.

Kellan (Hockey player) wants to get to know Kristen. She's reluctant but can't resist. He's different to any man she's ever liked.

This book has a lot going on and is full of drama. It's nothing like the other hockey novels I have read. This book just wasn't for me.

I have read Roped In which is another story by this author and I loved that, but this one just didn't do it for me.

2.5 stars out of 5. Thanks Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book.

Kindle Edition £1.80
Expected publication: June 13th, 2017

Although I would classify this as more of a romantic suspense where the hero happens to be a hockey player vs. a sports romance, "Hard Stick" is still a winner and stole my heart. The emotions, suspense and twists in this book you turning page after page on the edge of your seat. The romance between Kellen and Kristen was so well done and sucks you right into their chemistry with one another. The suspense and conflict in this book were so well executed that there were several time I found myself so tense that I was white knuckling my poor Kindle. This book exuded the perfect amount of romance, action and playful banter that makes up a great romance novel. The only thing that threw me was that based on the cover I really was expecting more of a sports romance where in actuality the sports/NHL aspect played a very little part. The cover is super sexy but doesn't really portray what I think the book delivers. Overall, I enjoyed it very much and can't wait to read more by this author.

Hot sexy and very thrilling. . I loved the characters a s cannot wait for the next book in the series. I'm so happy to have found and new to me author.

This was an ok read

I think by the cover it was a fun and flirty hockey romance book but early on you realize it isn't and is a very serious start to get us acquainted to Kristen. Suspenseful start and then we almost start another whole chapter to her life when she basically leaves Boston behind. Then we go to meet Kellan, NHL hockey player and we find him fun and flirty. Great book boyfriend material.
Kristen has this past and it gets Kellan involved in a most unusual way.

I must say that the book was very entertaining and enjoyable.

I quite enjoyed this book, however the plot twist of Kristen's stalker was, to me, blindingly obvious. That being said, the story was well paced and I liked Kellan's character a great deal.

The book is not released yet so will be leaving my review the minute I see it's live on Amazon uk

This book was highly entertaining! Fast paced, sexy, and the two main characters had off the chart chemistry! A great way to start off a new series!

I really wish that this book came with the warning of very little hockey and a lot more drama than necessary.. in fact it should be a mafia/FBI book! Within 3 chapters your head will spin out of control from all the drama... the time jump was unnecessary and I couldn't feel any connection between the hero and heroine... I'm still trying to figure what I read.. this author sadly is a hit or miss for me yet again

Kristen's life was about to change she never would have thought her life would end up on the run getting mixed up with Mitchell was the biggest mistake of her life he was obsessive and he would always find her but was she strong enough to fight back to get her life back after he tried to destroy hers

Kellan lived his life on the ice a professional ice hockey player he had everything he could want except a good woman until he meets Kirsten would he be able to break down her walls and give him a chance and would he be able to handle all her secrets when they were revealed

This story had me gripped from the first pages another great book from L.P Dover she's become one of my favourite authors x