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thequeencobra's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
ssrosepetal's review against another edition
5.0
If I were to pick one word to describe Cooper it would have to be perfection. He is the unicorn of men. The one we all look for but have the hardest time finding. He has a bad tendency of putting all other men to shame. This man was willing to love and take responsibility of another man's baby all for love. So swoon worthy!!
I really enjoyed this story. I loved watching Cooper and Calle find love in each other. They were just perfect for each other. Calle needed a man to love her and her child unconditionally, especially after her crappy example of a father. And Cooper, well he just needed Calle. It was so obvious after learning how much he had followed her career that no other woman would do.
This book was low on drama but high on swoon. The perfect man fantasy book. I look forward to seeing if Cooper can be topped. *I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.*
I really enjoyed this story. I loved watching Cooper and Calle find love in each other. They were just perfect for each other. Calle needed a man to love her and her child unconditionally, especially after her crappy example of a father. And Cooper, well he just needed Calle. It was so obvious after learning how much he had followed her career that no other woman would do.
This book was low on drama but high on swoon. The perfect man fantasy book. I look forward to seeing if Cooper can be topped. *I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.*
amberbehnke2013's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this story. It is the first book I read my this author and I can promise you it won't be the last!
the_librarians_daughter's review against another edition
4.0
Elise Faber is a new author to me, and the Gold are a new series to me. This book had all the gooey feels with a slow burn romance.
Coasting is one of the final books in the Gold Hockey Series, however it can be read as a stand-alone. This was a first read in the series for me. I didn’t feel any plot gaps or disconnect from the story. Ms. Faber does a great job of pulling the details necessary to fill in any possible gaps. She manages it in an off hand casual manner which I love as it didn’t feel forced and helped cement some friendships within the story for me.
This book is Calle and Coops story.
Calle is a former USA National Women’s Hockey Player whose career was ended with a nasty hit on the ice. Now she’s a coach for the Gold. She’s also unexpectedly pregnant.
Coop is a player on the Gold who has followed Calle’s career both on and off the ice. He’s attracted to her, but doesn’t feel he can act on his feelings due to her position within the organization.
Coop happens to be collateral damage to Calle’s temper when she tells the father of her child that she’s pregnant and the father responds in a horrible way.
Then Coop helps Calle get to her first doctor’s appointment. Through a series of very determined friendly maneuvering by the clinical staff, Coop finds himself with a front row seat to the appointment. I have to admit the doctor’s office scenes cracked me up. I’ve been offices that move in that manner. The realism of the situation is hysterical. It also kicks off the romancing of Calle.
Ms. Faber writes some strong, kick butt women. Particularly in a male dominated environment. She graces her female characters with just enough moments of self uncertainty to make them worm further into your heart. You find yourself wanting to support them like they’re members of your circle. Calle is no different. Strong, determined, and wondering if any one can REALLY love all of her.
Ms. Faber also writes an impressive male character. Coop is a strong silent type. He keeps his feelings and thoughts close, but he does all the little things that let a person know he really sees them. From saltines and ginger ale for rampant morning sickness, to peanut butter, to books and apps that Calle mentions in passing to him; Coop lets her know he’s there. It’s like reading a warm hug. The kind that pulls you in and makes you feel safe.
Coop also manages to be this person without stomping all over Calle’s career, her relationships with other people, and is respectful to her as his coach. Just, one he sneaks hand warmers to before games.
Coop isn’t the only well detailed male character in the story. From Bernard, Calle’s boss with a parental protective streak for her, to her agent Devon, and Coop’s own father. These gentlemen all have strong personalities, but treat others with respect and care. The players that move within the story share these qualities as well. They also still manage to be big bad NHL gods at the same time. Ms. Faber has a gift in writing her people.
I think what I enjoyed the most about this book was the slow journey of the plot. You know the end goal of the book almost immediately. Calle is pregnant. She’s been left. She’s had a crush on Coop for years. Coop has been attracted to Calle for awhile. He’s looking for a relationship. He’d like to find someone like Calle.
The story could be written at a very base level with a lot of wit, some dialogue, sneaky steamy scenes, a fight..the usual formula. Ms. Faber takes the road less traveled (Yes. Frost.) She leads us on a gentle journey of two people learning to show each other love and care in big and small ways. She utilized her supporting cast to help unveil some personality traits, flaws and backstory in a seamless manner that isn’t forced or planted. I liked the pace and tone of the book. I felt like I was discovering a new relationship myself.
As for Coop and Calle, of course they get their happily ever after, but this truly a story of the journey being so much more than the destination.
Coasting is one of the final books in the Gold Hockey Series, however it can be read as a stand-alone. This was a first read in the series for me. I didn’t feel any plot gaps or disconnect from the story. Ms. Faber does a great job of pulling the details necessary to fill in any possible gaps. She manages it in an off hand casual manner which I love as it didn’t feel forced and helped cement some friendships within the story for me.
This book is Calle and Coops story.
Calle is a former USA National Women’s Hockey Player whose career was ended with a nasty hit on the ice. Now she’s a coach for the Gold. She’s also unexpectedly pregnant.
Coop is a player on the Gold who has followed Calle’s career both on and off the ice. He’s attracted to her, but doesn’t feel he can act on his feelings due to her position within the organization.
Coop happens to be collateral damage to Calle’s temper when she tells the father of her child that she’s pregnant and the father responds in a horrible way.
Then Coop helps Calle get to her first doctor’s appointment. Through a series of very determined friendly maneuvering by the clinical staff, Coop finds himself with a front row seat to the appointment. I have to admit the doctor’s office scenes cracked me up. I’ve been offices that move in that manner. The realism of the situation is hysterical. It also kicks off the romancing of Calle.
Ms. Faber writes some strong, kick butt women. Particularly in a male dominated environment. She graces her female characters with just enough moments of self uncertainty to make them worm further into your heart. You find yourself wanting to support them like they’re members of your circle. Calle is no different. Strong, determined, and wondering if any one can REALLY love all of her.
Ms. Faber also writes an impressive male character. Coop is a strong silent type. He keeps his feelings and thoughts close, but he does all the little things that let a person know he really sees them. From saltines and ginger ale for rampant morning sickness, to peanut butter, to books and apps that Calle mentions in passing to him; Coop lets her know he’s there. It’s like reading a warm hug. The kind that pulls you in and makes you feel safe.
Coop also manages to be this person without stomping all over Calle’s career, her relationships with other people, and is respectful to her as his coach. Just, one he sneaks hand warmers to before games.
Coop isn’t the only well detailed male character in the story. From Bernard, Calle’s boss with a parental protective streak for her, to her agent Devon, and Coop’s own father. These gentlemen all have strong personalities, but treat others with respect and care. The players that move within the story share these qualities as well. They also still manage to be big bad NHL gods at the same time. Ms. Faber has a gift in writing her people.
I think what I enjoyed the most about this book was the slow journey of the plot. You know the end goal of the book almost immediately. Calle is pregnant. She’s been left. She’s had a crush on Coop for years. Coop has been attracted to Calle for awhile. He’s looking for a relationship. He’d like to find someone like Calle.
The story could be written at a very base level with a lot of wit, some dialogue, sneaky steamy scenes, a fight..the usual formula. Ms. Faber takes the road less traveled (Yes. Frost.) She leads us on a gentle journey of two people learning to show each other love and care in big and small ways. She utilized her supporting cast to help unveil some personality traits, flaws and backstory in a seamless manner that isn’t forced or planted. I liked the pace and tone of the book. I felt like I was discovering a new relationship myself.
As for Coop and Calle, of course they get their happily ever after, but this truly a story of the journey being so much more than the destination.
ribbitingreads's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
This took me awhile to finish, but it was worth every second I spent reading it. The pacing was great. The pining from both main leads, especially Cooper was beautiful. Their relationship made me smile. Overall, I am really glad I picked it up.
This took me awhile to finish, but it was worth every second I spent reading it. The pacing was great. The pining from both main leads, especially Cooper was beautiful. Their relationship made me smile. Overall, I am really glad I picked it up.
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