Pucking Strong by Emily Rath review

 

Pucking Strong by Emily Rath
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 stars
🌶️🌶️🌶️ 3 spice

Well... this is the fourth book in the Jacksonville Rays series, and I have to say it's probably my favorite of the bunch so far. I completely loved the story in this one. It felt much more emotionally pulling and heartwarming than the others. The pacing was slower with the spice, but that really worked in its favor. There was clear growth, understanding, and connection between the characters, which made the romance feel more meaningful.

Teddy is an absolute sweetheart. He's soft, caring, and a total ray of sunshine to everyone around him, though he sometimes forgets to take care of himself. He was such a joy to read and really made this book stand out for me. I also loved seeing his dynamic with Karro and Hedrik it was wholesome, emotional, and deeply satisfying.

It was also great to catch glimpses of past characters and see where everyone is now. The story focused less on the hockey side this time and more on family, healing, and emotional support, which I really appreciated. I also loved seeing how the teammates support one another, not just on the ice but in life too. It was a fantastic read with spicy scenes toward the end that were hot, steamy, and worth the wait.

✅ What I liked:
Loved the characters
Family dynamics and emotional growth
Seeing the team’s support and closeness
The healing and emotional moments
The spice was great and came at the right time

❌ What didn’t work for me:
A few parts felt like filler and slowed the pacing

Would I recommend this book?
Yes, totally!

Would I reread it?
Easily yes.

How would I sum it up?
Emotional and warm with a touch of spice and hockey charm.

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