The Shots You Take
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4.8 • 216 Ratings
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- $13.99
Publisher Description
A sweet and sexy hockey romance about two ex-teammates and former best friends with benefits who are about to discover whether you can ever really have a second chance. From the New York Times bestselling author of the Heated Rivalry, Rachel Reid.
After moving back to his hometown ten years ago, Riley Tuck thought he had left his major league hockey career—and his broken heart—far behind. But when an unexpected tragedy strikes, it brings ex-teammate and former best friend with benefits Adam Sheppard back into his life.
Coming to the small town of Avery River, Nova Scotia, might have been a mistake. Adam’s not sure he’ll ever win back Riley’s trust after the way they left things—and the attention he’s getting as a huge hockey star isn’t exactly helping. Yet the chemistry that crackles between them is undeniable, even now.
As Adam helps Riley navigate his grief, long-buried feelings start to resurface. But they’ll have to square off with their complicated past if they’re going to have a real shot at a new beginning.
Need more Rachel Reid?! Dive into her other hockey romance titles. . .
Standalones
• Time to Shine
• The Shots You Take
The Game Changers Series
• Book 1: Game Changer
• Book 2: Heated Rivalry
• Book 3: Tough Guy
• Book 4: Common Goal
• Book 5: Role Model
• Book 6: The Long Game
• Book 7: Unrivaled
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
For this homey queer romance, Reid (the Game Changer series) sends retired Toronto pro hockey star Adam Sheppard to Nova Scotia to attend his former teammate Riley Tuck's father's funeral—but his real purpose is to "fix" Riley's broken heart. Seventeen years ago, when they were roommates and lovers, closeted Adam made it clear that "he'd never feel the same way as Riley did." Now divorced from his wife and out as gay to his friends and family, Adam hopes to win back the one who got away. As Adam works his way back into Riley's life by helping out at the sporting goods store Riley inherited, Riley invites Adam to stay with him. The guys grow closer, taking another shot at romance and hoping that "maybe this time it could be wonderful, instead of devastating." Reid peppers her hopeful story with cozy scenes, such as a trip to a farmer's market and dinner with Riley's queer friends. These moments show Adam becoming more comfortable with being gay and finding the courage to come out publicly. Even more swoon inducing is the work Adam puts in to mending the hurt he caused Riley in the past. These two are sure to win fans.
Customer Reviews
Nova Scotia Gay hockey romance
For hockey lovers and fans of Canada, a delightful read.
Emotionally grappling
My favorite read since Shane and Ilya’s. This story beautifully blends nostalgia, yearning, and inspiration into a romance that feels like a warm hug, and one I’m already manifesting as a movie or TV series. Now I’m left with the ultimate reader’s dilemma: I’ve finished all the books. Here’s hoping the author is cooking up something new, because I’m not ready to let go yet.
Excellent on many levels
Rachel Reid is probably not aware of how good she is. And at the very top of her skill set is bringing emotional intimacy and human vulnerability to its fullest and most relatable. If you aren’t moved by the beautifully crafted inner lives of her characters then there’s probably little that will.