Caleb is trying and doing anything to change his public image. He didn't intervene when others were running down women they had been with and his mom, along with the PR woman from the team, decides that he is going to complete five dates with a woman of his mom's choosing. After each date, he will have to have and interview to discuss how the date went.
Zara is a young woman who works so much that she has no life. When her friend talks her into doing the dating app as well, she decides to be brutally honest in her intro. After all, there is no need to sugarcoat anything when it is only five dates. Once they meet up the first time, they set rules to follow, supposedly to protect themselves from getting hurt.
Over the course of the dates, they end up seeing each other more often. He finds loop holes so he can see her more. They both like spending time together and realize that they are breaking their own rules, but can't seem to stay away from each other. They both share deeply held secrets with the other, but when he does something to be nice, it backfires and she pushes him away.
This is a great story about learning to trust someone, even when you don't think there is a future with them. The way they both realize their feelings and move to make things right after their argument were wonderful. He realized his feelings earlier, but didn't want to push her too hard. The discussion he had with his mom about Zara and his dyslexia; as well as, her discussion with her dad about her childhood were long over due and emotional.
I do believe that this should be the second book in the series because Tomboy was about one of the the hockey team members as well. The only other gripe is the fact that he never came clean with his teammates about his dyslexia. I think there could have been a wonderful way for him to acknowledge it to everyone and realize that he could get help and help others.
I loved this book and can't wait to read more about the members of this hockey team. I received an ARC in exchange for an honest, voluntary review.

Parental Guidance is the first book in an all new series, but it can be read as a complete standalone.
Caleb Stuckey has found himself in a PR nightmare and the solution? Let his mother have control of his dating profile. Zara just wants to help her dad and get her best friend to leave her alone when it comes to dating. Five dates. That is all it was suppose to be. They would help each other out and then go back to their lives like normal.
I LOVED Zara. She wasn’t afraid to be herself and she didn’t change who she was to fit in with the rest of society. Caleb was super sweet. Yes, he didn’t make the best decision when it didn’t come to a certain viral video, but it isn’t who he truly his. After the first date they had an agreement, but after the second date Caleb started to feel more and wanted more than 5 dates with Zara. Zara was a little more reluctant when it come to her feelings.
Caleb and Zara’s chemistry is perfect. I loved following along with all their dates and of course, the video segments at the end. Their parents were hilarious and I loved that we got to see their thoughts and their opinions when it came to the dates and their children dating.
This story was sweet, it was funny and it was hot. It was so easy to fall in love with all the characters. I can’t wait to see more of all these characters in future books. If you LOVE rom coms this is a MUST READ!

I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this book. It was funny and upbeat and had a unique story line with the “parental guidance” twist to the dating situation.

Caleb and Zara definitely have gotten in over their heads when they set up extra rules for their situation (not relationship). They are everything that each other needs and I think even Anchovy agrees.

This was a fun book to read and I look forward to many more from this author!

Caleb Stuckey is a defenseman for the Harbor City Ice Knights professional hockey team. He is in a bit of trouble for a video that went viral where some of his younger teammates were talking garbage about puck bunnies, among other things. He was the most senior player there, and he didn't speak up to stop them, so he's the one in trouble. His mom is a famous high school hockey coach, one of very few women coaching a boys high school team. She takes no crap from anyone, but especially not from Caleb. When the team PR guru suggests that Caleb agree to a 5 date setup from a dating app, with the winning profile for his date being chosen by his mom, he knows he's in trouble. How is he going to make it through 5 dates with some girl his mom chooses?

Zara Ambrose is a bit of a mess. She's a miniatures artisan. She has total control over the world of her miniatures, which is so unlike her real life it isn't even funny. She grew up with a totally unreliable dad, who always followed every crazy impulse he had. Now she buries herself in work, so she'll always know the bills will be paid on time, and she'll be able to eat; things she couldn't always count on growing up. When her dad has his next pie-in-the-sky scheme, to become an actor, he needs his SAG card. But first, he has to get on TV. What better way than forcing Zara to allow him to pick her a date from the app for a 5 date deal, with interviews with the local TV station after each date? She has no idea what she's in for.

When Caleb and Zara meet, they both find the other attractive, but neither are really interested in pursing a relationship, or taking these dates seriously at all. They realize they are both basically there because they have to be, and they make an agreement. They'll complete their 5 dates, to fulfill the terms of their deals, and then that'll be it. No further dating, no relationship, nothing. 5 dates, and done. They have to get to know each other some, in order to make their after date interviews interesting for the cameras, but that's all they really want to do. They have a spark, but they're both insisting on ignoring it.

The interviews with Caleb and Zara, along with Caleb's mom, and Zara's dad are hilarious. Her dad is such a mess, and he makes no bones about trying to make a buck where he can. Caleb's mom comes off gruff and tough, and she suffers no fools. I liked that she seems to have always made Caleb face up to challenges, even ones beyond his control, like his dyslexia. They are both a riot and I enjoyed seeing their interactions with the main characters. Some of the other hockey players, and Zara's best friend, were great comic relief. Zara's great dane, Anchovy was hilarious, and I loved him as well.

Zara and Caleb's connection was a slow burn, but I enjoyed their banter. Both Zara and Caleb were flawed characters, whose childhood issues really carried through to adulthood with them, causing all sorts of havoc. Zara has major trust issues, and is a workaholic. Caleb isn't good with being the center of attention, and he isn't really confident in anything but hockey. Neither really thinks the other could actually be into them. It was frustrating to see their internal thoughts that they weren't really sharing with the other person. I hated knowing that both of them were falling for the other, but didn't think there was any chance of success.

There were a couple things that I felt got sorted a little too cleanly towards the end, especially with Zara's dad. I would've liked to see that resolution between them explained and fleshed out a little more, since it was the root of so many of Zara's issues. I felt there was a little more resolution with Caleb's mom, and I appreciated that. Caleb and Zara both really had to decide what they wanted and make the changes required to get in, in order for them to be together, and I enjoyed watching it all work out.

This was my first book from this author, but I'm intrigued to read the Hartigans series now, since we met some characters from that series here. I enjoyed this one. It was a fun hockey-mance, and I'm interested in reading the next one.

I tried getting into this one but it just wasn’t for me. The plot and premise was unique and it had potential but the character development lacked.

I felt there wasn’t much chemistry with Zara or Caleb. It felt rushed and forced.

The viral video which put Caleb in the hot seat was also kind of a let down. Same with his learning disability. I felt the author could of introduced it from the beginning and actually do it justice but it was a missed opportunity.

It was funny in some parts in others it fell flat. I was excited for a good rom com as those are my guilty pleasures but this was was meh.

Thank you to Entangled Publishing and NetGalley for an electronic ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Caleb is a hockey player who needs to clean up his image and Zara wants to help her dad out and get her best friend off of her back, so they agree to five dates with Bramble, where their parents choose who they date. It’s a cute romance with an awesome dog, too. I felt that Caleb was a great character, but something about Zara bothered me. Great banter between them, but a typical romance. This was my first book by Avery Flynn and I will definitely read another.

I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this wonderful, snarky, and funny book, Parental Guidance by Avery Flynn, book one in her Ice Knights series. This book had me on an emotional journey as we followed Caleb and Zara’s love story. This amazing story pulls out all the stops.

Caleb has learned the hard way that there are consequences for his behavior or rather for not acting like a leader and shutting down an inappropriate conversation with teammates. Especially when that conversation ends up having been video-taped and going viral, making them all look bad. The team’s PR person gets Caleb and his mom involved in a new dating app as a way to turn around the bad publicity. Caleb’s mom chooses a candidate who is to see for five dates. Zara signed up for the app after a bet gone wrong with her best friend. Her application is honest and to the point; including looking for someone to “clean out the cobwebs” and not expecting to find forever happiness. Caleb might be a foot taller than Zara but she can hold her own. Neither of these two is perfect yet they are definitely perfect together. Plus, Zara’s dog, Anchovy, adds more fun to this story and their relationship. Overall, this story was filled with sarcasm, laughs, snark, and even some sexy scenes that made me wish it never ended.

Ms. Flynn wrote a wonderful and hysterical story that was moving and filled with sexual chemistry, wonderful dialogue, and endearing but flawed characters that should definitely not be missed. I highly recommend Parental Guidance to other readers and I am anxious for the next book in this series.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

This is my first read by Avery Flynn and I really like her writing style. I like it a lot better than I thought I would when I first starting reading this book. It is in two person POV (the two main characters), but the way it is set up is where the author doesn't plainly point out which character's POV it currently is, rather you notice as you read. Flynn does separate the POVs through other ways such as spacing in paragraphs. This was a reason I wasn't sure if I was going to like her writing style, but I have to say it worked for this book. I usually immediately get let down when I begin a romance book and discover that it is from only one POV. I hate to say it but sometimes, unless I have been really looking forward to reading a book, I usually steer clear of single POV romances. It's really just a preference, but I feel like you discover more and are able to really feel the characters when you can read from both POV.

At first Zara seemed like one of those awkward young women with very little friends, who hide away behind their career and are extremely shy. That all changed when she is set up by her best friend to have five dates with a guy on an app called Bramble, where people are signed up to go on dates of their parents choosing and receive dating advice from them. Only she gets paired with a hotshot NHL player who is having to clear up a PR scandal, so to switch the media focus, he is roped into being signed up by his mother on the Bramble app.

Their first date is rough, but they come to a conclusion to get each other through the five required dates with no attachments. But quickly they begin to grow feelings and attraction towards each other, even when they try to deny it all.

Oh my gosh I just loved this book so much. I laughed, I cried, I got angry and I cringed at the embarrassing scenes, like when Caleb fell over his own two feet on stage and landed in Zara’s lab with his butt in the air :) hi hi.
The book is about Caleb and Zara. They both kind of get forced into entering a dating app, each of their own reasons. Their parents chooses to set them up with each other and on their first date they make an arrangement because they are both sure they are not right for each other. They agree on going on their 5 dates helping each other look good in front of the city. They have to get interviewed on morning tv after each date. They get more and more in tuned with each other and start seeing each other outside of the dates they have to go on, becoming friends and then more. The HEA is so romantic and sweet and it is like its taken right out of a modern day fairytale. They both have their problems and insecurities but they help eachother face them by opening up and confronting them head on.
The characters are so well described and you just feel everything they feel. I fell in love with every single one of them throughout the book and I am looking very much forward to the next book with Cole Phillips as the hero.
I haven’t read a book by Avery Flynn before but I definitely will be reading more of her books. I have already bought “Tomboy” about Zach and Fallon because I got very intrigued by how they got together.
I can definitely recommend this book if your in the mood for a feel good, sweet romantic book with an amazing HEA.
I got the book for free from Entangled Publishing through Netgalley in exchange of an honest review.

A cutesy, fluffy rom com, this book was a light read that had me laughing and shaking my head at times but it flowed well and I enjoyed the characters and their banter. An enjoyable read.

Sooo good!! Familar cast of characters, humor, passion, flawed hero & heroine, adorable Great Dane, meddling parents, simply wonderful love story about 5 dates and not falling in love. I adore our pint sized, minaturist heroine, Zara and our oversized, don't pay attention to me, want to help everyone, hero, Caleb. This is a simply phenomenal read. Quirky, sweet, steamy, all the feels! I feel so good after finishing this. Avery nailed it! I received a review copy from Netgalley. I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

Avery Flynn is one of my most favorite Rom com writer and I wait for each of her book anxiously. Parental Guidance was so worth the wait. Like all her previous works, she brought a fresh perspective and clever twist to conventional rom com. Her writing was on point. It was sweet, dreamy and hard core swoonworthy romantic. It was emotional and heartwarming. A gripping and fascinating story line met with Avery Flynn's sharp, witty and brilliant writing to create this Rom Com masterpiece.

Caleb and Zara are forced to go on a series of five dates through an online app due to various reasons. They were selected for each other by their parents as per the app's setting. Caleb has to salvage the image of his Ice hockey team and Zara has to help her father's aspiration. They make a deal but plans don't always go in right way. Those reluctant and obligatory dates become a deeper connection and true attraction. But what to do with the expiration date they have put on their relation?

I look forward to Avery Flynn's heroines. Honestly. She creates such amazing, fierce, compassionate and strong female leads. And Zara has own my heart too! She has been taking care of herself and the household since early age. She is passionate about her miniature art work and poured her heart and soul in it. She may be insecure and vulnerable at times but she went after what her heart really wants. She is not perfect with perfect body, perfect life and perfect dress. She is the real, free, caring and open minded woman with flaws and I could relate to her instantly. And Caleb has made her feel happy and protected. This guy melted my panties and my heart. He is so protective, gorgeous, sincere and a total golden boy. I was in for a ride of lifetime as the author took me through high and low of this beautiful relationship. The trademark humor and witty banter was there along with some heartwarming, soft and glowing emotions. The chemistry turned from cozy camaraderie to true friendship to burning passion to all consuming love!


<b>Parental Guidance by Avery Flynn was an emotional rollercoaster where I laughed, cried, swooned and had a blast. It was definition of good time. A must read Rom Com of 2019.


Received ARC for Honest Review

This was a fairly short, fun read. A dating app that your parents control?!? Sounds like a good time or a nightmare?!?! Add in a foolish bet and you've got this book!! I think this is the perfect summer carefree read. This is my 1st book by @averyflynn but it won't be the last!

Such a unique concept, parents choosing dates for their adult kids through an app. For hockey player, Caleb, using the app is PR for a mistake that went viral. Zara used the app as part of a bet with her friend. But, I have to say her dog was the best part providing comic relief and moments for bonding. They both revealed issues that have shaped them which solidified the seriousness of their relationship. Caleb and Zara had great chemistry, quick witted come backs and serious flirting. Looks to be another great series. My copy came through Netgalley, my review was voluntary.

When you take on everything and nothing at the same time.

This was so fun and the best part was Anchovy. That dog was all human and in control.

This romance showed how rules are made to be broken and all the fun is meant to be had. Past hurt becomes present healing especially when what you see is not always someone's true intentions.

Having your parents pick your dates?

Hockey player Caleb Stuckey screwed up when he and bunch of other team members were recorded talking smack about other players resulting in an ass-chewing from the coach and his mother. Caleb agreed to date 5 times somebody his mother had picked out on an online dating app as a publicity stunt for some good public relations for the team. Miniaturist Zara Ambrose father went to every pipe dream to make money and now he wanted her to go on an online dating app so he could get his screen acting card so Zara went along with his plan.

Both Caleb and Zara didn’t want to date but they figured 5 dates was nothing and then they would be left alone but that all changes when Caleb and Zara start spending time together.

Parental Guidance is related to The Hartigans and the Harbor City series but is a stand-alone leading into a new series but it’s worth spending a week reading all of them. Avery Flynn has written a book that made me laugh and cheer for Caleb and Zara.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Zara Ambrose, a minaturist artist, once again finds herself trying to help her father out by joining Bramble. A dating app with a new parental guidance feature. Let your parents choose your date. Plus she gets a ticket to the library ball with hopes of boosting her business.

Caleb Stuckey, a hockey player is caught in a PR nightmare after a stupid mistake on his part. He hopes to redeem himself by letting his mother pick his Bramble date and updating the public after each date.

It seems like the perfect deal once him and Zara agree to just get through 5 dates. She helps her father out, gets to go to the library ball and Caleb gets the public back on his side.

Parental Guidance was such a blast to read and so funny. Zara is small, sassy and just tells it like it is. Her Great Dane, Anchovy was my favorite! He added so much more fun to the story.

Sports romances are one of my favorite genres, but I'm a bit tired of the cocky athletes in them. When I learned about why Caleb needed to redeem himself, I figured we had yet another cocky, jerk athlete here. That was totally not the case. He's very much a likable, sweet hero from the beginning. It's rather refreshing.
I can't wait to see who's story we get next in the Ice Knights series.

Cute! I enjoyed this quite a lot and I absolutely loved Anchovy!! Caleb and Zara both struggle with being "forced" to date. Neither want a relationship and come up with some rules to avoid it. The rules don't work. This was a good solid read and just missed a 5 for me because I just could not fully connect with Zara. She seemed harsh/angry one minute and then giggly and adorable the next.

5 Star Review Parental Guidance (Ice Knights #1) by Avery Flynn

Avery Flynn is a new author to me and I have no idea why that is. So when the opportunity to read and review book one in a new series came up, I jumped at the chance.

Caleb Stuckey plays for the Ice Knights, it’s all he wants to do. He has been using a dating app but when a situation turns in to a PR nightmare he knows that he’s in trouble. When his mother takes over the app, she chooses Zara Ambrose for his next five dates. Zara has her own issues after betting with her friends, so after all what can go wrong, it’s only five dates?

Zara is sassy and feisty and I loved her. The chemistry between Caleb and Zara sizzles.
I loved the banter between them as they got to know each other and I freely admit to some laugh out loud moments which got me some strange looks on the train. The secondary characters were just as entertaining. This is a story of family and friendships as well as Zara’s awesome dog called Anchovy.

I love stories about ice hockey and Parental Guidance was a great read; I cannot wait to read more in the Ice Knights series.

Oh how I love the worlds that Ms. Flynn creates!

This new spin off is the introduction to the newest series and I floved it!

This is the story of Zara and Caleb.  

An arrangement, a PR stunt that turns into so much more.

As with all of Ms. Flynn's stories, the dialogue is fast paced.  It's funny and it's poignant and it's phenomenal!

I enjoyed the alternate POV's. I like being able to get into each main characters head to see how they tick and how they interact with each other.

The back story of both Zara and Caleb was heartfelt and moving.  I so felt for Caleb and his struggles.

The chemistry between these two was epic and the smexy time between the two of them was just wowza!

It was wonderful "seeing" past characters make an appearance and also the introduction to new characters.  This is gonna be an entertaining series!

You can't go wrong with a Avery Flynn story! Get your hands on this!