Wow ....what a great start to the new Ice Knights Series, if this book is anything to go by this author will certainly have a hit series on her hands because this is Avery Flynn at her best !!
Caleb only wants to play hockey but when he finds himself in a PR nightmare he does what is needed and that’s let his mum set him up with the perfect date through a dating site, well what harm will it do to go on 5 dates .......
Zara is a five foot nothing redhead with more freckles than inches and who really doesn’t want to be on a date with Caleb but a bet with her friends means she needs to get through these 5 dates so they band together and decide let’s get through this with no feelings, no future and definitely no naked fun......there has to be rules but we all know rules are meant to be broken!!!!
If you want a book that will have you laughing out loud and leave you giggling and smiling like a Cheshire Cat then this is the book for you. The chemistry is sizzling and the banter is witty and flows naturally and once you add in the secondary characters you get the perfect hockey rom com. Can’t wait to get the rest of the Ice Knights stories.

Caleb is a hot shot hockey player (emphasis on the hot) who got caught in a video where some less then positive things were being said. His mom, in an effort to fix his reputation, decides to sign him up for a dating app where he is required to go on 5 dates with someone. Enter Zara! Fiesty as can be, she's a pint sized red head who loves her giant dog & making miniatures. They agree to certain rules before their first date, the main one being that there is no relationship that will come of this. Everything is clear! But when feelings start to change, and they really start to enjoy themselves, will they be able to stick to their rules?

All right ... hockey romances are definitely my thing. This one focused more on the romance, but happened to have lots of hockey involved, and I loved that! I thought Zara was such a great character to read. I wanted her to be my best friend! And I really loved Caleb and how sweet he was to her. Honestly, though, Zara's Great Dane was one of my favorite characters in this book ... I laughed out loud multiple times because of him. This book had the steam, it had the cute, and it had the hockey ... everything I could want! If you're a fan of those things, it's definitely worth picking up!

This was such a cute read! I loved quirky Zara. Her profession was so cool and different. It really made her stand out as a heroine and I loved that she wasn’t the typical female to go immediately gaga for the hero. Caleb was refreshing as well and pairing him up with Zara was perfect. I love opposites attract stories and while these two were extremely different, their chemistry was off the charts. This story was sweet, sexy, funny and had the perfect amount of steam. I’m definite going to check out more from Avery Flynn!

What a fun, sexy read! I loved Caleb and Zara and the slow, steamy development of their relationship. This was an easy read with just the right amount of everything I look for in contemporary rom-com's -- slow burn, well-developed characters and secondary characters, interesting plot, a bit of intrigue and steam. And speaking of secondary characters, I had no idea that some of the characters already had books and I have them and haven't read them yet! Needless to say, I'll be reading Tomboy ASAP. I'm looking forward to the next book in this series because this group of Ice Knight guys are quite interesting! I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This book was a slow burn for me. I loved the modern day romance feel and they way the author incorporated an online dating app since those have taken over the dating world by storm. I found that the book didn’t really pick up pace until about 40% of the way thru but after that it really started to heat up.
I loved the ending and as always I loveddd the epilogue!

I love Parental Guidance. This one had me giggling out loud so many times. If you love hockey, meddling parents, goofy dogs and love that sneaks up on you, then this is one for you. You will love Zara and her dog Anchovy. I love how straight forward and slightly awkward she is. She is sweet and i love the connection she has with her dad. Caleb may be a hockey player but he is so amazing. I love Caleb. He may have made a huge mistake that leds him into a 5 date set up but he makes up with it big time when he meets Zara. I love the awkward start Caleb and Zara have even with their agreement. There is something about these two you can't help but fall in love with. This is such a fun read. I couldn't put it down and enjoyed every moment of Parental Guidance. Pick this one up.

Ms Flynn is an author I started reading regularly with in the last year/18 months - really since the release of Butterface and each read firms up her place on my “one click” list.

Caleb is a character that we have seen briefly before, but didn’t know well before connecting with him in Parental Guidance. He and Zara are both enjoyable and entertaining. They come with some baggage, but it’s the variety that I would expect most people carry in the form of life experience defining how we handle situations. The story arc of Parental Guidance definitely follows the expected pattern, but Caleb and Zara make it their own. I appreciated the honesty that both characters displayed and how even when they messed up, they avoided resentment.

I think one of my favorite things about Ms Flynn’s work is that while each book is a stand-alone, they exist in a world that allows connections- some stronger than others and allows characters from previous works to make appearances in supporting roles bringing everything together. The stand-alone nature of the works means the reader won’t be lost if books are read out of order, but treats are there for those who have read sequentially.

Parental Guidance is everything I want in a romcom!
Zara and Caleb agree to this crazy plan but only for five dates...until he shows her he’s more than a giant of a hottie and she shows him that she’s more than a red-haired spitfire.
I absolutely loved the idea of a dating app with parental involvement and that our hero and heroine planned to work the system only to be bested by mom, dad, and love - with a little help from a Great Dane named Anchovy! The chemistry between Zara and Caleb was perfect as were the banter and emotional reveals.
Avery Flynn is so great at creating scenes that will having you fanning yourself from the sexual chemistry, tearing up at the struggles and feels of the characters, and signing in satisfaction. We also catch up with a few old friends and meet some new ones that are sure to feature in future books. I can’t wait for more of the Ice Knights!

I received a complimentary review copy of this book but all opinions are my own.

3.5/5
This was cute and entertaining romance. There isn't anything too deep about this one, but the characters have some great chemistry and I had a fun time reading this.

If you are looking for a cute and quick romance read that does not take itself too seriously, I recommend this one.

After a non flattering video went viral, Caleb needs to do damage control fast. And his PR guru comes up with the idea of letting his mom chose a date for him through an app. The woman is mom chooses is Zara, a miniature artist who made an account on the app to help out her dad and because she was being blackmailed by her best friend.
2 people who do not want to be on the dating app decide they will have 5 dates and they are done, only they didn’t anticipate the attraction.
This was a fantastic read. It was funny, sexy and oh so sweet. I loved the banter between the characters, it was hilarious. Can’t wait to read more of the Ice Knights.

It was a good story of two people getting into each others orbit for the sake of others and finding the right one! I’m not normally a fan of sports romance, usually because it’s about choosing love or the game or something else equally tiresome.

Avery Flynn writes her characters with humor, flaws, strength and passion. Caleb and Zara are great together. Caleb can take Zara’s sharp humor and Zara can get Caleb to relax. Mix-in well meaning parents, good friend and an adorably needy giant dog this book has everything.

I can’t wait to read more of Caleb’s teammates!

Thanks NetGalley for the advanced read!

Avery Flynn has created the perfect Rom-Com. The narrative was original, entertaining, and a little bit steamy. You will be cheering for Caleb and Zara in all their charm. The story is light-hearted and funny and sure to be a crowd pleaser. Flynn skipped the angst and overly emotional tone that a lot of novels in this genre tend to lean towards and provided a highly amusing story of opposites attracting. Great summer read. 4 stars.

Thank you to #NetGalley and #EntangledPublishing for this ARC of #ParentalGuidanceAHotHockeyRomanticComedy

I read Tomboy by Avery Flynn a few months ago and was introduced to a few of the Ice Knights, so when I found out that Caleb (an Ice Knight) had his own story I was so excited! Thank you to Entangled Publishing and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Caleb is in a PR nightmare and to make things right with the Ice Knights front office he has to agree to go on 5 dates with someone that his mom chooses for him through a dating app. Zara’s best friend pushes her to enter the same dating app and as fate would have it the two end up matching and agreeing upon 5 dates. That’s when the story really picks up. Zara and Caleb aren’t exactly falling over each other when they first meet, but of course that changes the more they get to know each others vulnerabilities, deepest secrets and fears.

Flynn writes some steamy sexy scenes and the ones with Caleb and Zara were hot! I enjoyed all of the secondary characters and getting to see Fallon and Zach again (loooove them). I read this book over the course of one weekend and am looking forward to the next in the series.

this was an okay book, it wasn't very romantic, more like a romantic comedy though. I will keep going when the second book comes out though more than likely.

After reading Tomboy I was really hoping for more of the Ice Knights and Avery Flynn did not disappoint! I could not put this one down. It was funny and charming but also had some seriousness in spots.

First, I adored Zara and Caleb. I loved how different they were but how they made sense at the same time. I also really liked Jasper and Brittany. You could tell they were great parents but also made some mistakes. I love Avery Flynn's writing style and loved the dual point of view. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my honest review!

I really enjoyed the setup of this book, with Caleb and Zara's parents having responsibility for matching them on the dating app. The story started off a little slow for me, with a good bit of setup and the first couple dates them treating things like a business deal/agreement. Once they both warmed up to each other and their mutual interest began to grow, I liked watching Caleb and Zara try to delay the remainder of the 5 dates and sneak in extra time together. Cute story and entertaining.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I have to say this was an incredibly fun entertaining story that made me laugh and tear up! A story with a definite difference!
I just loved the premise of the storyline! A dating app that uses the guidance of your parents??? Strange??? Somewhat!! Does it work?? Well you have to read it for yourself to find out! This is a story that centers on Caleb and Zara! Yes there are rules, dates and a whole lot of fun conversations/banter!
Zara is a woman with a strong will and tells it like it is, who had an interesting job and I especially loved her huge dog! What fun he was! Add Caleb, the hot hockey player into the mix, well you are definitely in for a treat! Then add his teammates into the mix as well and oh boy!!
I just loved the comradery, the friendships, family and the sense that you should jump into something fun, you never know what you might miss out on! I literally cannot wait for more of this series as Im sure the author will write something equally amazing!

Hilarious new romcom by Avery Flynn. I not only fell in love with Caleb and Zara and their ultimate genuineness, but also their adorable banter, hot chemistry and all around charming odd pairing (which is perfectly made for each other). Parental Guidance will melt your heart and tickle your funny bone.

Can you imagine your mother setting you up on your next date? I'd rather stick a stick in my eye.

Then can you imagine that your mother is involved because you've screwed up - viral-video-level screwed up and she's now involved to help save not only your image, but also that of the team you play for. I'd still rather pick death, but...

Caleb opts for five dates and saving his face and that of his team. Not only does Caleb go on the dates, he does it with humility, humor, and he finds that he actually enjoys them more than expected.

Zara is a small redhead filled with lots of gumption, saying what she thinks, and Caleb can't help it, he's drawn to her instantly. However, they both decide their "dates" are just for the duration of his penalty and once he's out of the sin bin they can each go their separate ways, even if each date proves to be less and less of a punishment. How can he spin this to keep her without breaking all the rules once again?

Zara joins the dating app on a bet and decides to go on the dates to help her dad. Once she meets Caleb she knows that rules must be instituted, a man who landed himself in his predicament obviously needs guidance and Zara is a woman who likes order, rules and she isn't about to let Caleb get past her defenses. Five dates and that's it, no matter how charming and sexy he is.  

Caleb and Zara set out, each with their own goals to meet, never expecting that their goals would mesh in the middle and that they might actually have a good time. Who would expect that having your mother pick out your date would actually mean having a good time on one?? Certainly not either of them.

Pick up Parental Guidance and hold on to your funny bone because it will be tickled over and over again.

I love me a hockey romance I know I always say this but this is another one I loved loved it was so funny and cute and steamy!!! Everything I love in a book. Anyone that loves a sports or let me say hockey romance should read this one!!!

I read the excerpt for this book at the end of Tomboy and pre-ordered it right away. What a thrill to receive an ARC!

Parental Guidance opens with Caleb agreeing to go on Bramble for PR reasons, and Zara to help her dad get his SAG card and to convince her best friend she isn't all work and routine. They don't expect to like each other, but both agree to continue the five dates and then move on.

Zara and Caleb are very work focused and creatures of habit; Caleb as a pro hockey player and Zara is a miniatures artist, currently working on a piece featuring female authors for a library benefit (I loved this!) Having the pressure off lets them show their true selves to each other and of course they fall for each other. But what are they going to do about that five date agreement and who's going to admit they want more first?

Readers will see more of the Ice Knights (that we were introduced to in Tomboy) and Caleb's role on the team. It's all new for Zara, who doesn't watch hockey so she has no preconceptions or expectations of Caleb, unlike everyone else in his life.

Parental Guidance is such a fun contemporary romance, I couldn't put it down. Zara and Caleb's relationship develops as they both work on some of the issues that led them into online dating in the first place. Zara's dog, Anchovy, has some hilarious moments. No spoilers for the dates that are arranged by the app but they're also fun. This is my favourite Avery Flynn book so far!