Grumpy and Goal by Melissa Baldwin: Book Review

 **ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own. 

The Book

A grumpy goalie and a sunshine-hearted girl collide, sparking a connection neither of them can ignore.

When Abby Carter’s best friend, Jaclyn, lands her dream job with the Carolina Bears organization, Abby is thrilled for her. The perks are incredible, and when Jaclyn invites Abby to a welcome event, Abby expects good food, easy conversation, and maybe a few autographs. What she didn’t expect is a collision with the team’s newly traded, grumpy goalie, Nick Ellis.

Fresh off a trade he never wanted, Nick is all scowls—the opposite of Abby’s cheerful, go-with-the-flow personality. Yet somehow, they keep running into each other around town, and with every unexpected encounter, the spark between them burns hotter.

Abby knows she should keep her distance. Nick’s walls are firmly in place due to the aftermath of a life he didn’t choose. But the more time they spend together, the more the man beneath the pads and tough exterior begins to shine through.

Abby might be the last person Nick ever expected to skate into his life… but she just might be the one who can melt his icy goalie heart.

The Author

USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin always dreamed of sharing her stories with the world. She brought this vision to life, becoming an award-winning, bestselling author of over thirty romantic comedies and cozy mysteries. Melissa is also a wife, mother, new empty-nester, and travel advisor.

Her books feature charming, ambitious, and real women, whom she considers part of her tribe. Although she rarely takes a day off, when she's not writing, she enjoys quality time with her family, traveling, attempting yoga poses, and booking Disney vacations. Melissa still uses a paper planner, and her guilty pleasures include Beverly Hills 90210 reruns and General Hospital.

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Book Review

What a cute story this was! I always love a good grumpy/sunshine and Nick and Abby nailed that dynamic so perfectly. After being traded from the hockey team he loved and adjusting to a new town and a new team, Nick definitely gives off some grump vibes. Abby is his complete opposite... always bringing a little sunshine wherever she goes... sunshine that Nick definitely needs in his life! They had such an easy chemistry between them right from the start. Theirs was definitely a quicker romance, but it didn't feel at all rushed... just right for them. And not without its challenges and a little drama to keep things interesting! If you love hockey romance and the perfect grumpy/sunshine duo, this is one not to be missed. 

Grumpy and Goal is a closed-door romance with kisses only and no language. 


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