4 1/2 Stars ... a great steamy read!

When Max's wife got a terminal cancer, he quit playing for the Chicago Aces NHL team to look after her. Seventeen months later he needs to get back on the ice with the Aces and he starts a strenuous workout regimen along with a healthy eating plan to get ready for training camp. When he attends the wedding of a teammate, he meets Kendra one of the bridesmaids. Max and Kendra agree on a one night stand as he lives in Chicago and she lives in New York ... neither are looking for a relationship. But after the one night turns into two and three, they decide to start a friends with benefits long distance relationship. Everything goes smoothly until Kendra's heart gets involved.

I really enjoyed Max and Kendra's sweet and steamy journey. The banter between the characters was very realistic ... one minute you were laughing with them and the next your heart was breaking. Seeing how I am Canadian ... I like that the author did her homework on Canadian junior hockey teams and cities.

I received an ARC copy from Random House - Loveswept through NetGalley in exchange for a honest review.

Great book.. i read it in one day.. full of emotions. Wow

4.5 Stars
Book 5 in the Aces Hockey Series and I had so much fun catching up with the Aces again, each book is about a different player and Slap Shot is Max and Kendra’s story.
Max had everything he ever wanted in life, a great career playing a game he loved, a beautiful wife but then life got really messed up when his wife passed away from cancer, Max took time off to nurse her but now he needs to get fit ready for the tryouts that are about to start, will he get his starting place back on the team, will life ever be the same or will Max be lonely forever.
Kendra is not looking for a relationship, she has had her fair share of failed ones so for now having some fun in the bedroom seems the way to let off steam, Kendra meets Max at a friends wedding and there is no doubting the sizzling chemistry between them but will one night be enough and what happens when fate keeps throwing them together....
I laughed, I cried and I loved this story, Kelly Jamieson covers Max’s grief process really well, the book is beautifully written and the words and the story flow. Looking forward to the next star from the Aces Hockey Team

Fans of Kelly Jamieson and her “Chicago Aces” hockey series have been caught up in the drama and heartbreak of Max Hall even though he’s been on the periphery of the series. His wrenching loss of his wife to cancer and his downward spiral were hard to imagine. Readers will finally get to read Max’s story and will be rooting for him as he begins to pull himself out of his grief and try and make it back to playing professional hockey and possibly opening his heart again to love. Max has loved and lost. Will he be able to take another chance at love? Readers will enjoy finding out. Definitely recommend.

Slap Shot
By: Kelly Jamieson
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Omg OMg OMG!!! First of all it feels like I’ve been waiting for Max FOREVER!!! Being a absolutely true fan of author Kelly Jamieson my expectations are very high. Let tell you she nailed it!

Max a veteran team member of Chicago Aces has been on leave. His wife was diagnosed with a rare cancer that took her life. It’s taken Max over a year to start his fight back to earning a spot back on the Aces. He loved his wife and knows he can’t care for anyone like that again. He’s focused and the last thing he’s even thinking about other than hockey is getting his Libido going again. Sooo when he’s at his friend and team mates wedding the last thing he expected was to be drawn to Kendra one of the bridesmaids. Who’s been taken advantage of and loved people that are not good for her. Let’s say they get together and she lives in another state so neither has any expectations other than physical. Or that’s what they keep saying out loud to each other. Kendra is self employed with a no apology attitude for the product she makes and as a trained Psychologist her empathy and understanding towards others just might be her sweetest asset. These two both think they are protecting themselves but when texting constantly and surprise visits to see one another starts blurring lines someone going to get hurt.

I really enjoyed this book and it kept me engrossed throughout. I really loved the characters and the way they interacted with each other. This is a fun, hot, romantic must read book and I would definitely recommend this book to anyone.

This book has everything I love in a book. Then you add that it's beautifully written and believable. It is easily a five star read. Slap Shot flows so incredibly well that the next thing you know your 80% into the book and loving every second of it. The believable way the characters interact is perfect. Run, Hop, Jump or use your (1 click) finger to do whatever you have to do and get this amazing book. It'll break your heart, you'll want to scream with frustration and it'll let you discover that love just might conquer all. The chemistry is steamy and sweet and oh so romantic.

Thanks you Netgally for letting me read and review.

Max and Kendra meet at her cousin’s wedding and decide to hook up. When the night doesn’t end exactly as they plan, Kendra isn’t shy about letting Max know they can remedy that problem. Soon they are embroiled in a hot and heavy sex only relationship that involves lots of sexting.

From the beginning Max declares that their set up can be nothing but sex. He’s lost his wife and didn’t think he’d survive the agony. He won’t put himself in that position again. When he realizes that Kendra has crossed that line and fallen in love, he is lost as to how to deal with it.

I didn’t realize this was going to be about a widower. I struggle with this trope because I need the hero to love the heroine more than he’s ever loved anyone before. If I can feel that and believe that the heroine isn’t second best then I’m happy.

Unfortunately, that didn’t happen here. Despite the occasional comparisons Max made between the two women, his thoughts are that he truly loved his wife and will remember and miss her forever. I get that in real life such is the case but when I read, I’m reading for the fantasy, the fairytale. However, I will say that this was written in a manner to show that while Max might not love Kendra more than his deceased wife – again, the wife he had some uncharitable thoughts about- he certainly loved her equally. I’m still processing that.

The characters in Slap Shot were fun and witty and I’m sure we’ll be seeing even more of them in future books. Kelly Jamieson definitely knows how to write hot and steamy scenes as well as great dialogue and a fast upbeat story. Overall, I enjoyed this book and if the deceased spouse isn’t an issue for you, you’re going to love it.

This is an honest review of an advanced copy provided by NetGalley and Loveswept.

Mainly hero POV with a tad of heroine
Safe
No apparent triggers

4.5 Star Review of Slap Shot (Aces Hockey #5) by Kelly Jamieson

This is book 5 in the Aces hockey series and can be read as a standalone. Over the last few years I have been reading more and more stories about hockey and thoroughly enjoy them. Kelly Jamieson has done a great job with this series.

Initially I didn't particularly like Max Hall, a pro hockey player trying to get back into the starting line up of the Chicago Aces, after being away from the game for over 12 months trying to get over the death of his wife.

Attending his team mates wedding, he meets the intriguing Kendra Armstrong who is in the bridal party. Both are looking to have some fun with no commitments; just a casual fling, or is it?

Max is slowly coming out of the fog that his wife's death has left him in and realises that he is lonely. Kendra brings a spark to his life and brightens him up. The attraction and connection between Max and Kendra sizzles until complications arise.

Slap Shot at times is an emotional roller coaster as Max wrestles with his growing feelings for Kendra. There was laughter, smoking hot scenes and a plenty of complications.

Will Max overcome his guilt at falling for a new woman? Or will he let Kendra go? You'll have to one click and read.

I was given this book in exchange for an honest review through the publisher and Netgalley

I look forward to reading more in this series.

I am not usually interested in "sports" romances but I really enjoyed this book! You can't help but love Kendra, an outgoing, lovable, kind woman, and Max, the sad, widower. How can you not like Max, who gave up his hockey career to spend time with his dying wife during her fight with cancer. And, he didn't turn into a man-whore when he lost her, he became celibate as he felt like he was cheating on her if he had sex with anyone else, until Kendra.

They both had issues to overcome, and yet they worked so well together. I liked that Kendra was upfront and honest with Max, and even when he wants to end their "non-relationship" because he thinks she cares too much, she comes out and admits that she loves him!

I was surprised that I even enjoyed all the parts about hockey and Max's training, I even felt for him during his grueling workouts! The part with Max attacking the mascot was hilarious I am going to have to look up more books about these hockey players!!

Max was a professional hockey player until things changed his life forever. He's just beginning to get back in shape and back to hockey when he meets Kendra. She's from New York City and visiting a relative when she meets Max. They decide that a real relationship is out of the question but they plan to have a night together anyway. Great characterization and an engaging story of second chances make this book a good addition to Contemporary Romance.

Slap Shot by Kelly Jamieson will be available October 17, 2017 by Loveswept, an imprint of Random House Publishing Group. An egalley of this book was made available by the publisher in exchange for a honest review.

Slap Shot (Aces Hockey #5) by Kelly Jamieson is a very enjoyable read. Max...widowed hockey player trying to get back in the game....Kendra..designer of sex toys for women..and a fixer of people. They hit it off in bed and agree to a friends with benefits with no relationship arrangement... well ... getting them to their HEA is filled with laughs, tears, feels...

Ever since Max Hall lost his wife to cancer 15 months ago, he took a hiatus from playing hockey and has been wallowing in self pity, Now that he's training to get back in shape and try out for next seasons team, he's actually thinking some sex would be good. At the wedding of one of his teammate, he spots one of the beautiful bridesmaids in particular, Kendra Armstrong. Making his way to her, he tries to connect with her and actually succeeds. All he needs is to get back in the saddle for one night and Kendra is more than willing. The fact is Kendra is amazing in the sack, and truth be told, she runs a sex toy company to help women find their niche. What more could he ask for, since he's not looking for a relationship, just some hot sex. Plus she lives in New York, far away from Chicago. They can scratch their itch whenever she's in town. Except she's all he can think about, since they have amazing chemistry together. Alex knows he will never love anyone the way he loved his wife. As their relationship gets stronger, Alex starts to panick. Then Kendra declares her love for him and he loses it. This can't be happening. He doesn't need a woman to fulfill his life, does he?
As all her other books, this new one is amazing. Kelly Jamieson has become my favorite writer at this point. Her knowledge of the sport is spot on. Ms Jamieson gets all her facts together and does her research before putting it on paper. Her books are not only wonderful romance stories but extremely entertaining. Another great job!

This is another stand alone book in the Aces Hockey series. This book deals with Max and Kendra. Max just lost his wife a few months back and he is not looking for a relationship, he is looking for a hook up. Max's main focus is getting back into the NHL since he stepped away from it and is not looking for anything to stand in his way. After having a disastrous first night together they try again and find that they like each others company. Very explicit sex scenes but the story line was very good. I really truly enjoy this author.

Slap Shot, by Kelly Jamieson is a captivating contemporary romance, and the fifth book in the Aces Hockey series.

Due to a family tragedy, Max Hall stepped away from his career as a pro-hockey player. Now, he's preparing, training, and ready to play hockey professionally...as long as the Chicago Aces team officials approve him.

Even though Max doesn't want another relationship, he's interested in a fling with Kendra Armstrong, while she is temporarily visiting from New York. However, their weekend fling is extended and they develop a friendship with benefits. Kendra wants a real relationship, yet Max is dealing with his past and hesitant to accept a new relationship. With both characters dealing with past tragedies and current issues, it's an emotional and intriguing story.

Also, this story is told from only the man's perspective and readers only know Max's point-of-view. It's a unique method, especially for the romance genre. After several chapters of waiting for Kendra's perspective, I settled into the story.

Even though it's the fifth book in the Aces Hockey series, it's easily read as a standalone. I've not read the other books in the series, yet I've already added the previous four books to my reading list.

Slap Shot is geared towards those who enjoy reading contemporary romances, particularly with only one point-of-view (as mentioned previously). Even though there's a focus on hockey, romance is the main theme, so both hockey fans and non-athletic individuals will enjoy this book.


Note: I received this book from NetGalley, which is a program designed for bloggers to write book reviews in exchange for books, yet the opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Great book! Didn’t expect the angst of the main characters....loved the passion in the book!

I love hockey stories. The premise was good. My heart broke for Max. The book was a little too long. It was a little too wordy for me. Just the mood I was in probably. I would still suggest people read it.
Received an advance review copy in exchange for an honest review by NetGalley.

Pretty good. Lots of emotions on the line. I do wish the author included more POV from Kendra then just at the end.

It dragged some, but I order to make the story really work, I think it had to.

Kendra was way cool, I wish I was her! She was so together and knew what she wanted without doubt. Sex toy creator how unique!

Max was cool. He was very stubborn and couldn’t see past his nose, but he got it together!

Hot sex!

Good read. You have to like hockey to enjoy!

Received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

I didn't enjoy this book I am sorry to say. I found it hard work to read and couldn't get into it.

Like all Aces Hockey books, I loved this one. If you want to know what it is about, read the synopsis. If you want to know more about it, just read it, I promise, you'll love it.

I believe friendship, self-worth and love are key points in this book. It is touching, and thought provoking. I truly enjoyed reading this book.

I loved the "Sex in the City" nod. See if you can find it!

Loved this series so far and this one was no different. A go to hockey romance!

Wow! another great read by Kelly

Max lost his wife to a rare form of cancer and has been in dark place for alittle over a year. Kendra has never felt loved from anyone not even her parents .. One chance encounter at a wedding and sparks fly.. Neither wants a relationship though, just want to enjoy each other.

Will Max learn to love again, can Kendra find the love she desires?