This was a very cute and lovely romance. It had everything we like in a hockey romance : banters, humour & support. I loved the writing also, but you can't go wrong with a Rachel Reid book :)

I cant even begin to tell you about my love for this book. Reid has once again written such a beautiful world that I continue to go back to time and time again. I loved the polar opposite characters but loved getting to see them let their own guard down and get to know all the best and worst about each other. This was a great story and I will forever recommend these b00ks

I cannot rave enough about this book. The writing was so strong and I adored both characters. The heartfelt talks about sex and sexuality with nothing but acceptance was so well done. It's impossible not to love Casey. He is the epitome of golden retriever energy.

sometimes the greatest compliment i can give a book is that i wish it were longer.

Casey is the most golden retriever coded character I've read in a while, and a perfect balance for Landon's more reserved and shy counterpart.
getting to read as these two formed a friendship and then fell in love was an absolute pleasure.

this book is so tender, and Landon's exploration of his sexuality was so beautifully nuanced and emotional for me.
this is Rachel Reid at her best.

Unfortunately, after multiple attempts I have been unable to get into this book. It felt very slow for me and the characters were not likable which made it hard to root for them and enjoy the story. Due to that I have decided to soft DNF the book and potentially pick it up at a later date.

Overall, I did enjoy this one, but didn't quite hit as much as Rachel's previous reads. I loved the intro to a new couple and the dynamics were so different. And they really had to work some of their differences out. We really get to see them growing through all of it, individually and as a couple. I took some time for them to see them as a couple, but as you get further into the book, it's wholesome and sweet. Can't wait to see what else is to come from Rachel.

A beautiful slow-burn story featuring anxiety and grief. I quickly became invested in the the characters of the story. This is a book I recommend reading.

Big thanks for Netgalley and publisher for this advanced copy.

A bitttersweet story and really really emotional. I loved the second chance trope and the romance is so goor

arc copy provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. all thoughts and opinions are my own

If you are looking for the sweetest hockey romance this winter, look no further because this one has everything you could ever need. Teammates? Check. Roommates + forced proximity? Check. Virgin MC? Check. Wonderful explorations of sex and sexual identity? Check and check. This book seriously has it all and I am so glad that I read it and you will be too!

I loved the teammate dynamic, I always do but this one was extra sweet because Landon has been brought up to the NHL to replace the team's goalie that got hurt so he's not only the new guy but he's the temporary new guy. So Casey being such a bubbly little sweetheart was adorable. I loved the friendship that developed between the two of them before their romance finally came to light. The support from the rest of the team was so sweet too, I love all of them so much. I'm excited to see if Rachel adds any more stories with some of these characters in the future!

Definitely a hockey romance to read if you're a fan— or new to the sports romance genre!

4.5/5

Loved this! Easily one of Reid's best, perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Cat Sebastian. A must read!

TIME TO SHINE is a fun time, blending steamy queer romance with the fast-paced world of hockey. Landon and Casey have tender shy x outgoing chemistry that keeps the story charming and exciting. Rachel Reid is the go-to for anyone starting hockey romances, and this one is a fun, kind, heartwarming addition to the roster.

I’m super proud that I finished this one because it is the oldest book on my NetGalley shelf and I finally read it! I’m basking in the dopamine that hits after completing a book you’ve owned forever.

Fun fact: I had no idea this was MLM. I don’t usually read the synopsis and I had barely glanced at the cover before reading, seeing longish blonde hair and assuming it was a woman (I am aware that people of all/no genders can look however they want, but it was just what my brain had automatically filled in for me).

But anyway, it was so fun to discover that the love interest was not going to be some mysterious woman showing up later, but that it was going to be Casey, one of the other hockey players. He was a perfect golden retriever, and as immature as he seemed to be sometimes, he was so precious. I loved him and Landon together!

The first half was a bit dull, and the two MCs were a bit too juvenile for me at times. But it was steamy and well written, and the second half had me glued to my Kindle (plus the ending was so cute!). If you’re looking for a queer hockey romance, definitely give this one a try.

Thank you to HarperCollins Canada for my gifted copy!

I read this book awhile ago, but I am woefully behind with my book reviewing due to several (positive) life changes. I’ve been a fan of Reid’s books for several years, so I was excited about this book.

Grumpy/Sunshine is one of my favorite romance tropes, and this book is a textbook example of that pairing. Landon appears stoic, but under the surface, he’s a big old ball of anxiety… and then there’s Casey, who is the polar opposite of that: hyperactive and overly friendly. Casey is so friendly that he offers to let Landon live with him, and Landon is so pessimistic about his prospects as a professional hockey player, that he accepts the offer because he assumes he’ll be sent back down to the minor league.

I liked this book for several reasons. First of all, Reid has departed from the Game Changers series. As much as we love Ilya Rozanov (one of the protagonists of Heated Rivalry), he can’t skate into every single book like the chaos gremlin that is for all eternity. I missed having an Ilya cameo, but it was a nice change of pace to have completely new characters.

On that note, this book was just so FUN to read. I loved the banter and I loved all the Costco references, including the trip to that bastion of bulk shopping.
Landon and Casey have such great chemistry. Having healthy dynamics is one of the things I expect from the romance novels I read, and I loved the way that Casey was so patient and kind to Landon, who is much less experienced.

I would absolutely recommend Time to Shine. This is a standalone, so you don’t have to read any of Reid’s other books before this one. This book is full of feelings, banter, and yes, some hockey too. I am looking forward to reading more from Reid in the future.

I received a digital ARC of this book from Carina Press/NetGalley

I love these boys so much tbh

Their relationship arc was handled and paced so well, and Casey in particular was such a breakout star. I LIVE for the soft boy in the pair, every single time. The driving force of the story was definitely Landon, and he held his own there, but in terms of what they brought to their relationship? It was Casey all the way. Warmed every corner of my heart with their ridiculousness, and the ways they shored up the world and protected each other from the edges. I could've done with a LITTLE less "we're together but we're too afraid to be public" especially considering the inherent homophobia that might crop up in the league in other hockey romances wasn't really a thing here, it was all internal on Landon's side. But it led to some hilarity at the cabin, which made it all worth it.

I would love for this to turn into a series because there are a couple of other players on the team whose story deserves to be told.

I loved every second of this book. It was sweet and fun, with the right amount of angst. As always the hockey parts were near perfect, but made me miss the Game Changer gang 😭.

I related with one of the MC and his views and experiences with sexuality. So the book hit me on a personal level. The other MC was also a very complicated character, I think his struggles and anxieties were well portraited. They made an interesting but fitting couple ❤️. It was amazing to read their journey and I was sorry when it ended. I don't know if there's a plan for a new series or we'll get to see more of them but I'm excited 😆!

PS: I posted my review on Goodreads on August 10 but somehow I forgot to update on Netgally 😭

A heartwarming and festive romance, “Time to Shine” was just as cute as I wanted it to be. It was a great example of the grumpy/ sunshine trope and the interactions the MCs were thrown into made for a delightfully funny read. Beyond humor though, this book explored characters haunted by past traumas. Whether it be grief or loneliness, Landon and Casey were there to support one another both inside the world of hockey and out.

While the book didn’t bring anything new to the table, it was still a read I thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend to any sports romance reader.

Rachel Reid writing queer hockey romance is everything I need! This was cozy, warm and very sweet! I absolutely adored the MMC's and the love story Rachel wove was incredible

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book.

Cute. Nothing surprising or super unique but it’s written well and the characters, while a smidge boring at times, are likable enough.

I’m not convinced Rachel Reid knows how to write a bad book. Every single thing she publishes is a certified banger