Walk of Shame is loosely part of a series, but the characters are almost all new to the reader. Astrid has been through the wringer - she was working for her father's hockey team and was dumped by her fiancé, the star goalie. Cal has been through the wringer - he was a star goalie whose career was cut short by a freak accident that almost killed him. These two are brought together one night by fate and wind up having a steamy af hook-up. The next day, they meet again on the ice where the two are employed by her father.

This audiobook was a lot to listen to. The sex scenes were so cringey at points that I needed to fast forward through them, but the plot and romance was perfectly enjoyable.

💋More like Walk of No Shame, and their really shouldn't be 💋
Astrid has been in a "world-wide dick tour," for the last five years, so when her latest one night stand turns into her coworker she isn't sure what to do. Cal was hurt in a freak hockey accident and finally has his chance at a "comeback" but also has the hots for the coach's daughter. Can they both get over their pasts and find their future.

This was my first Avery Flynn book but it won't be my last. These characters were super sweet, fun, and real. They each had their own inner lives, but were also better together. I love the broader family and friend groups that made up the full cast of characters, everything felt very true to real life. Cal was such a sweetie and so head over heels for Astrid, just made me so warm reading it. Astrid, for good reason, had a lot of hangups but was also a solid character.

I listened to this on audiobook and the narration was fantastic from both narrators. They really brought the story to life with inflection and emotion. You truly felt these characters and what they were going through. Robert Hatchet and Savannah Peachwood were absolutely perfect by themselves and felt like they played off each other. The text message exchanges were really fun.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

3.75

y'all I loved this audiobook! it definitely has a spice-forward taste, but no complaints here!

I am slowly exploring indie-romance and I think this is where it's at. It's just like any category of anything, you have to find your fit, but I think I'm finding it!

I loved that our main girl is in therapy and we get a peak into those exchanges and how they impact her daily life.

He's a hot and scarred hockey player-turned coach.

There's a lot of backstory drama that's randomly complicated, but it's presented in such a way that you're just like "of course she was dumped via facetime at her wedding and her ex is now a professional hockey goalie on her dad's NFL team and now she accidentally had a one night stand with the man who will be working for her dad to coach the ex because he has the yipps and oh yeah she's breaking her years-long hockey ban to work in the organization again...." see? it sounds unnecessarily convoluted, but Avery Flynn writes the story with such flow that it's painless and exciting!

I laughed, I squeeled, and I kicked my legs!

It's a fun lil hockey romance if you're looking for a true smut book (spice = plot).

Thank you NetGalley & Valentine PR for an audiobook arc in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fun read. I appreciated how the characters were, for the most part, pretty straight to the point. I can't stand when half the story is secret from one or the other. When there was secrets, they were uncovered pretty quickly which kept me going. I loved the narration, very well done and the voice fit the character. I look forward to listening to more from this author!

I loved this so much! The spice, the plot, the forbidden romance. It was so good. The narrators were also 10/10!

Funny, romantic, sexy and so much more. Avery and Carl’s love story is amazing. Neither one of them is looking for love or forever but the moment they met, their attraction is powerful and their connection so deep they can’t fight it. But will they face their fears and realise they are meant to be together or will they lose their chance at forever. The audiobook with Robert Hatchet and Savannah Peachwood. is great, their performances make the story even better.

This was so cute! It had great personal growth in characters. The banter between the friends groups was so funny. Great book about overcoming life's obstacles and learning to love again after loss.

Audiobook Review

NARRATION LOVE
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

STORY LOVE
❤️❤️❤️❤️

SPICE
🌶️ medium

RECOMMEND
💳 yes

Narration:
The narration is great. Savannah Peachwood and Robert Hatchet narrate some of my most love audiobooks, so it doesn't surprise me at all that delivered a solid performance.

Story:
Walk of Shame is my first Avery Flynn story and it met my expectations. The story is a quick listen. Campy, funny, and has spice. Even though it's another hockey sports romance with the coach's daughter, the MMC's background is different from some of the other hockey stories I've read in the past. I would have liked a little more insight to that but it's nice that there wasn't any miscommunication or drama.

Spice:
The story incorporated a good amount of spice definitely more than the average romcom.

Recommend:
Yes.

Thank you for the opportunity to listen to Astrid and Cal's story in advance.

This was such a cute, funny and spicy read! I listened to the audio book and really enjoyed the narrators.

Astrid was a bad as* with a hell of an as* and a fiery attitude to match! I totally got why she was so against falling in love again but I also can’t blame her for falling for swoon worthy, hockey player Cal.
I mean, a guy who listens to what you like and goes out of his way to give that you, who wouldn’t fall for that! Their spice scenes were hot and the fact that they were both fighting their feelings for one another felt so relatable. I loved loved loved how they said goodnight to each other! I could tell from that moment on that they were falling for each other. The epilogue definitely threw me for a loop. Hopefully we get a sequel to find out more about that other couple!

A FMC that loves Diet Coke? Yes please! Astrid and Cal’s chemistry was top tier from their first encounter, and it only got better throughout the story! I was very grateful for the closure between Astrid and her ex because so many stories don’t have that and the reader is forced to just except that the characters have healed.

This book begins with Astrid O'Malley getting dumped via Facetime on her wedding day by her goalie fiance. She spends the next five years away but her father's asks her to come back to the team for his final year coaching before he retires. Astrid will have to confront her feelings for her ex as well as her one-night stand, Cal Madsen. Robert Hatchet and Savannah Peachwood narrate Walk of Shame by Avery Flynn and do an excellent job. I really enjoyed their narration and even more, I really enjoyed the story. I can highly recommend this book.

Such a good book. I really loved this. The romance and the relatable and the romance arc was so realistic I loved the main characters even when they were messy. They were relatable messy, not annoying messy.

A Sizzling Rom-Com Delight - 5 Stars for Walk of Shame by Avery Flynn

Avery Flynn's "Walk of Shame" is a sensational romantic comedy that earns a well-deserved 5-star rating, thanks to its swoon-worthy hero, Cal, and the feisty, loyal heroine, Astrid. The chemistry and banter between the two are off the charts, creating an engaging and thoroughly enjoyable read.

Cal is the epitome of a swoon-worthy hero, doing all the right things to win readers' hearts. His undeniable charm, coupled with the scorching chemistry he shares with Astrid, makes their interactions a highlight of the novel. Astrid, the hockey-hating heroine, is not only feisty but also incredibly loyal, providing a refreshing and relatable character dynamic.

The backstory adds depth to the plot, with Astrid having experienced public humiliation at the hands of her ex, a professional hockey goalie. Flynn skillfully weaves humor into the narrative, allowing readers to connect with Astrid's determination to live a life free from hockey-related drama.

The one-night-only rule sets the stage for a hilarious and unexpected twist when Astrid discovers her latest hook-up is not only her neighbor but also the goalie coach for her ex. The ensuing chaos, filled with family drama, unexpected team dynamics, and the undeniable attraction between Astrid and Cal, creates a perfect blend of romance and comedy.

"Walk of Shame" excels in delivering witty banter, steamy encounters, and a rollercoaster of emotions. Flynn's writing is sharp, entertaining, and keeps readers hooked from start to finish. The seamless integration of hockey elements adds a unique touch to the storyline, creating a world that feels both familiar and exciting.
A special mention goes to narrators Robert Hatchet and Savannah Peachwood, who do a stellar job bringing the story to life with their captivating performances. With its perfect mix of romance, comedy, and fantastic narration, "Walk of Shame" is a must-read that delivers a refreshing and thoroughly entertaining escape into the world of love and laughter.

"Walk of Shame" is a must-read for fans of romantic comedies, offering a delightful combination of humor, sizzling romance, and a cast of characters that will leave you eagerly anticipating Avery Flynn's next creation.

***audiobook review***

Overall story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Audiobook performance: 🎤🎤🎤🎤

Dual narration
Steam
Witty
Coach’s’ daughter
Hockey

Overall, I really enjoyed this book. I’m totally a sucker for a light hearted feel good romcom. Slap some hunky athletes in there and I’m done for! Avery Flynn is a new to me author and I found her writing style to be witty with so much voice. I will definitely be checking out her other titles.

Story overview:
Astrid finds herself jilted on her wedding day by her childhood best friend turned hockey star. The media fallout is brutal and she swears off anything to do with hockey for the rest of her life. Until her hockey coach dad turns to her for help.

Astrid meets Cal at the neighborhood bar and he invites her back to his newly established bachelor den. Both have firm rules for hookups, but find they have more in common than just their rules.

Audio:
Savannah Peachwood and Robert Hatchet were great as Astrid and Cal. Robert has a smooth sporty voice that sucked me into Cals character. Savannah was fire with her performance. Together they sucked me right in.

Special thanks to Recorded Books Publishing and Netgalley for providing this book in exchange for a review.

I devoured this audiobook in one afternoon. I'm a huge Avery Flynn fan and this book did not disappoint. The narrators were perfect for this book. I loved the humor and the spice. The writing was great and the conflict kept me listening. The character growth was spot on too. All around a solid read. Huge thanks to Netgalley and the audiobook publisher for allowing me to listen and review this book.

Astrid O’Malley is a no strings attached girl after being burned by her ex. She follows rules; do not stay over night etc to ensure she never gets attached. When she meets the new good looking guy she will be working with who also happens to be her neighbor. Will she lower her rules for him or run for the hills? This audiobook was cheesy and predictable with a fun plot of hockey setting.

This was such a fun and quick listen! I was able to
Listen start to finish in one day. I thoroughly enjoyed both narrators. I believe this was my first story from Robert Hatchet and I really liked the sound of his voice, it fit the character perfectly. Then we have the wonderful Savannah Peachwood who let’s be honest, never misses. 🤌🏻

I really enjoyed this little spin on hockey romance, making our MMC a retired rookie hockey player who is forced to step back after a gruesome injury years before. Instead of being the greatest and best player he is helping our MFC’s ex fiancé through a tough time as the local NHL goalie.

Astrid, who was left on the day of her wedding, is going on a tour of the “🍆’s of the world” and exploring her sexuality after the unexpected breakup. She is guarded and uninterested in love. She is funny and spirited and I loved watching her growth throughout the story.

This was a super fun, insta lust, forbidden romance, that had me hooked from the beginning.

ALC (advanced listening copy) from NetGalley. Thank you!

Wow…. I can’t remember the last time I started getting mad at a book in chapter ONE! I am here for it LOL
I found myself giggling a lot. Saying OKURR a few times cuz it got spicy! YUMMO.
I thought the storyline was super cute!

I really need to meet some hockey players 😉
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Blurb

One night. No strings. And a really good puck.
Five years ago, Astrid O’Malley experienced the ultimate in public humiliation. Being dumped at the altar by her childhood sweetheart was horrifying enough. That fact that he was a professional hockey goalie and her dad was his coach? It was all anyone in sports could talk about.
Eff hockey. Eff goalies.
These days, Astrid lives a life (mostly) free of hockey and free to pursue whoever she wants with exactly zero shame in her game. Like tonight’s hook-up. This guy’s nailed the lumberjack aesthetic perfectly. Especially when he has the stamina and creativity to back it up.
Because the rule is: it’s one night only. Which is gonna be a problem because she’s just discovered he lives in the apartment upstairs.
And he’s joined her dad’s team. As the goalie coach. To train her ex.
Now Astrid is in some kind of hockey hell–filled with her ex, her family, and the best sex of her life. And somehow she’s been roped back onto the team.
Puck my life.

This book was a lot of fun. The MFC was very witty and sassy and still relatable even when in scenarios the reader couldn't relate to. The spice starts pretty early on and the fact that they couldn't keep their hands off each other when they were near added a fun element to the forced proximity trope. The chemistry was deffinitely there between the main characters but I wanted more build up between them.

A very easy hockey romance to get into since the hockey aspects were not super prevalent in the book but were necessary to set up the main plot. Overall, this was a fast-paced and fun book, so if those are for you, you won't regret picking it up.

Thank you to Netgalley and RB Media, Recorded Books for an advance review copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

“Who just calls someone out of the blue when texting is available? If you needed any additional proof he’s a dipshit, there it is.” 🤣👏🏻 FACTS

One night. No strings. And a really good puck.

Five years ago, Astrid O’Malley experienced the ultimate in public humiliation. Being dumped at the altar by her childhood sweetheart was horrifying enough. That fact that he was a professional hockey goalie and her dad was his coach? It was all anyone in sports could talk about.

Eff hockey. Eff goalies. Puck my life.

If hockey were a book, this would be it. Hockey players are the hottest, roughest, and toughest athletes on the planet and I will die on that hill. But I digress..

This is Downside of Dating book two, after Anger Bang. Aren’t these titles fantastic?! Love! This book is NOT for the prudish or faint of heart, though. It packs some serious heat 🥵. And I simply loved it. Adored it. Laughed out loud. Got chills. Just overall a perfectly unapologetic, spicy, and sassy hockey player romance.

@savannahpeachwood and @readbyrob made this story come to life in my ears. These characters are just fab and oh so fun! And hot. Did I mention hot? Yep. Their hotness was oozing off the page, out of my headphones, and into my brain. More of this, please! 🙏🏻

Thank you to Netgalley, RB Media-Recorded Books, Entangled Publishing, and Avery Flynn for the ALC and ARC.