The character development is good and the spice is spot on. The writing is compelling and narration is gripping. I loved the description of Hockey. And the back stories of each character were poignant. I felt connected to the characters. The book has perfect balance of spice, mystery and romance. It has twists too.

Connor McCoy is a retired hockey player and single Dad. Elodie is his five year old daughter and she is so cute. While, Isabella Cruz has come to visit her father and finish her Master’s in physical therapy. Her father works for Connor as his landscaper and property manager. There was a lot of misunderstanding between Connor and Isabella but eventually they begin to understand each other. Connor is a good listener, wise and a patient man. Isabella is fierce, loyal and protects her dignity at all cost. When they come together, their bond was unbreakable and I love how little Elodie added such a special moments in their life. I loved how Elodie connected with Isabella, her father and their cat. I loved every bit of it. The spice, chemistry and bond between the characters is so heartwarming. Loved friendship between Titus and Isabella too.


I am grateful to the Author, Publisher and Netgalley.

I was kind of surprised by this. It had a slightly different vibe that I was expecting. First of all, the communication when is comes to sexual activities in this book was the most I’ve ever seen. I love that Connor wanted to know what she liked and help her try new things in a safe/comfortable way. I think because of this it made it feel very cozy and warm. So cute and very dirty spice.

Net Galley has been dishing me TONS of good reads lately. Whiskey Wednesdays was just another banger. It was engaging with likable characters who are a little hot-tempered, but smart and they always try to do the right thing. The main female character, Isabella, runs into her father’s employer on his estate, who’s a single dad and a newly retired Canadian hockey player. Pretty spicy scenes, with laugh-out-loud funny moments and discussions about adult toys and strange sexual fetishes. Mental illness, death of a parent, and terminal illnesses are discussed, but no serious triggers. Loved the supporting characters, Elodie the little girl, and especially Titus. Great addition to this series! Big fan of all J.L. Brannick's books!

Another great addition to the Palm Springs Poolside series.
Single dad retired hockey player - sign me up!
I loved both 'Belly' and Connor, but little Elodie definitely stole the show.
Crossing my fingers for a Titus book next 🤞🏻