This was a cute and spicy hockey romance that I loved. Elle Kennedy never disappoints! Thank you for allowing me to read and review this ARC

I absolutely adored this story! I thought I'd find Blake to be a bit too corny, but he was just spunky and fun. I felt like this story was quick, but maybe I just couldn't stop reading it!, yet the character development was strong. It was a spicy read, but still had all the family feels.

Thank you to Netgalley, Bloom Books, Elle Kennedy and Sarina Bowen for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This was and Absolute Blast to read. This rom-com follows Jess Canning, who is determined to prove herself by hosting her brother’s wedding, and Blake Riley, the charming and persistent hockey player who is the best man. Their chemistry is off the charts, and their banter is both hilarious and heartwarming.

Blake’s relentless pursuit of Jess is filled with laugh-out-loud moments, and his softer side makes him incredibly endearing. Jess’s journey to find her own path while dealing with Blake’s antics is both relatable and entertaining. The mix of humor, romance, and a touch of drama makes this book a perfect feel-good read.

If you love stories with lovable characters, witty dialogue, and plenty of laughs, “Good Boy” is a must-read. It’s a delightful escape that will leave you smiling from start to finish!

i think the writing and plot were pretty strong, but I really enjoyed the characters. i think the character development was super strong. definitely gonna add this to my collection

Thank you Sourcebooks/Bloom Books for the ARC!

If you’re looking for a fun, steamy, chemistry-filled romcom, this should be your pick! It’s got everything you could want: hockey romance, spicy, found family feels. I’d recommend reading the main series, Him/Us, before you dove in here though!

I didn't know until I started reading this, that this was a spin off from the Us series. I own that duology and maybe should have read it first, because mild (or perhaps not so mild considering) spoilers. But I didn't. And I'm glad I didn't stop. This was really damn good writing. The characters were relatable, if a little infuriating. I'm glad I didn't set this aside. If anything, it's only going to encourage me to read Us sooner.

Unfortunately, I DNF’ed this at around the 30% mark. I found the writing very juvenile and I didn’t enjoy the voice. Blake as a character was very annoying and I didn’t see myself enjoying this read, so I decided to put Good Boy down. I think a lot of romance, especially those who want a lot of sexual content, would like this - it just wasn’t for me.

Thank you to NetGalley, Bloom Books, and the author for sending me an early copy.

This book was really good. I think it focused more on the smut than maybe Elle Kennedys books normally do but I love the way she writes and this book was no exception. I loved the character development. I wish we had gotten more out of the characters but overall I enjoyed it.

Jess and Blake have a past, but they don't have a future, according to Jess. She is trying so hard to figure out what she wants to do in life and she doesn't need any more distractions. To her parents she is just floating by, trying on different things for size and nothing quite fitting. When she finally figures out what she wants to do, get into nursing school, it is cheaper in Canada and that means she's not only closer to her brother but also to Blake.
Blake is bound and determined to let Jess know that he is here for her, whatever she needs. He wants to get closer to her and he believes in her like no one else does. He just wants to show her that he doesn't think of her like everyone else does, and he is not going to stop until she sees that.
I liked that Blake was so persistent and fought for Jess even if she was prickly. We need more guys like Blake, willing to show us that he is there for us no matter what and shows up.
Thanks to Bloom, Netgalley and Sarina and Elle for an early copy.

Thank you Bloom books and NetGalley for letting me read and review this book by Elle Kennedy & Sarina Bowen.

Jess is hosting her brothers wedding when she realizes that wedding planning is nothing for her. She is also the maid of honor. The best man is Blake Riley, who is on the hockey team with Jess´s brother in law. He has had his eyes on her for a bit and now needs to convince her to be with him.

This book has it all, maid of honor - best man, "enemies"(not really though) to lovers, fake dating. Don´t tell my boyfriend but I might have a small crush on Blake Riley... I bet you will as well after reading this. I have had a smile plastered to my face for the last couple of days reading this. I highly recommend everyone reading this.

I rated this book 4 stars.

Good Boy is a surprisingly sweet hockey romance set in the universe of Elle Kennedy and Sarina Bowen’s beloved (by me and others) Him and Us universe! I honestly wasn’t sure how I would feel about this book, since I wasn’t a huge fan of the male lead, Blake, in Us. I read it because I loved the universe, and I’m really glad I did!

Blake is the ultimate golden retriever hero (which I assume inspired the name of the book). As a supporting character, he came across as one note, but he had SO MUCH more depth in this book. The same goes for Jess, whose story I found really touching.

Sarina and Elle just make magic together. I think Elle has a talent for dialogue and Sarina has a talent for story, and they really complement each other. This comes through in Good Boy. If you’re looking for a sweet and spicy hockey romance, I highly recommend!

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for giving me an eArc to read and review!

I really enjoyed Jess and Blake's story. Loved that they got their own book. Loved them in Us and Epic. Would highly recommend this book.

I originally read this book back in 2022 and they are now getting a refresh with new, cartoon covers (yes, that’s what sucked me in thinking this was a new book 😂)

This book has all the good tropes, enemies to lovers (but really we aren’t enemies, we just slipped and fell into each other last year and now it’s awkward), forced proximity, best man vs maid of honour.

It’s spicy, it’s cute. If you like their other stuff then you’re probably going to like this!

I laughed so much through out this story! Blake’s cringy bro lingo cracks me up! I loved his take on Shakespeare as well! I love that Jess found her calling in nursing!

So I did not know this was a spin-off from a previous series, but I’m glad I didn’t have to read the other books before starting this one! Overall, I thought it was a cute story - I enjoyed reading Jess’s and Blake’s relationship from the get-go, and I loved how their relationship grew throughout the story. The banter between them made me laugh a few times! To be honest, Blake wasn’t my favorite character, but I grew to like him due to his positive energy, and helped keep the book’s vibe upbeat. I liked the side characters too, and their relationships with Jess and Blake have been refreshing to read. I believe this is part of a series, so I am looking forward to checking out the second novel! I wonder who will be the main characters?

Blake and Jess are the quintessential Friends to Lovers...but in the best way. The GUY working to win over the girl!!

Blake is a great hockey player with a affectionate heart.
Jess can't stop hooking up with Blake even though she swears him off.

The banter is great, the romance is romancing...
Definitely recommend to any romance reader.

Book Name: Good Boys
Author: Elle Kennedy and Sarina Bowen

ARC
Thank you to [**SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books |](https://www.netgalley.com/catalog/publisher/84117) Bloom Books** for an ARC of Good Boys although I Forgot To Download it on Netgalley so had to buy the book.
...but it's Elle Kennedy so I am not that upset.

Stars: 5
Spice: 4

Part of Anthology Series:
Fast Paced
Dual POV
Contemporary Sport Romance

- Thoughts.
- Funny Guy
- Laugh of Loud Funny Romance
- Silly Dialogue
- He Falls First
- Low Angst
- Fake Dating
- Warm And Cozy
- Sweet Romance
- Hallmark
- Sunshine MMC
- Sometimes Some Juvenile Language but it felt right for Blake
- Great for a Book Slump
- Doesn't reinvent the Wheel

This was a sexy hockey romance with good banter between the main characters. Nothing new or unexpected, but still enjoyable!

This book was the perfect blend of humor, heart, and heat. Blake Riley, the golden retriever of a hero, is pure charm. His goofy, larger-than-life personality had me laughing out loud more times than I can count. He’s the kind of character you can't help but love, even when he's driving you crazy. And then there's Jess Canning, who's smart, determined, and totally relatable as she tries to figure out her life and resist Blake’s relentless pursuit.

The chemistry between Blake and Jess is electric. The way their relationship evolves from a one-night stand into something deeper feels natural and genuine.

I didn't find the plot groundbreaking so the characters really made the book. If you’re looking for a light, feel-good romance with plenty of laughs and a swoon-worthy hero, Good Boy is a must-read.

Can’t wait to dive into the next book in the series!

Stopppp Elle Kennedy can do no wrong in my eyes… she is so talented! I loved this book and can’t wait to read more coming out. I loved her off campus series and now I guess I have more favs. Cannot recommend enough!