Who Would Like This Book:
If you love hockey romances with real emotional depth, Home Game is a standout! The slow-burn friendship-to-lovers dynamic feels authentic, avoiding the usual 'instant attraction' cliché. Zoey, a fiercely independent but vulnerable heroine, balances beautifully with Ryan, the sweet, golden-retriever hockey player who genuinely wants her to succeed on her own terms. Their journey is heartfelt, filled with genuine friendship, found family vibes, and just the right amount of angst. Fans of caretaking, hurt/comfort, and stories that tackle real-life struggles - like homelessness and finding your place - will find plenty to love here.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers found the third-act breakup too drawn out and frustrating, feeling it dragged on and weighed down the ending. A few also didn't love how Zoey's character seemed to shift personality-wise, going from tough and guarded to more traditionally feminine in a way that felt inconsistent. The power imbalance between the leads and a questionable physical scene early in the book made some readers uncomfortable. If you dislike books where communication issues or angst is heavily drawn out, or you're sensitive to depictions of homelessness and trauma, this one might not be your jam.
About:
'Home Game' by Odette Stone is a heartwarming sports romance that follows the journey of Zoey, a homeless and vulnerable young woman, and Ryan, a professional hockey player who steps in to help her. The plot revolves around their slow-burn romance, where Ryan's genuine care and support for Zoey lead to a deep emotional connection. The writing style is described as engaging and emotional, capturing the characters' growth and the development of their relationship in a realistic and heartfelt manner.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings for Home Game include themes of homelessness, emotional trauma, and mentions of assault, which contribute to the book's emotional depth.
Has Romance?
The romance element in Home Game is highly present, emphasizing the development of a close bond between the main characters.
From The Publisher:
He's a professional hockey player trying to survive on his new team. I'm just trying to survive. I'm down to my last dollar.I live day-to-day in a world that doesn't care.Despite my bad luck, I'm a fighter.I never give up. I never stop trying.Ryan Parker's wealth and generosity, sets him apart from anyone I know.Yet, I don't trust him.It's nothing personal. I trust no one.But when my bad luck takes a turn for the worse, one person shows up.Ryan Parker. I do not understand why he bothered because the guy has enough of his own issues to deal with.But I don't have a choice.I need him. It's a matter of survival.His friendship changed everything.It changed me.I started to believe in myself.I allowed myself to trust. And for the first time, in a long time, I felt my heart beat again.In the game of love, winning is harder than it looks.I don't know the rules.I don't know how to win.But I'll play my heart out until the whistle blows.Home Game: Who's got your back when the puck drops?This is a standalone book, and this series can be read in any order.Read all the Guilty Series Navy SEAL romances:1. My Fiancé's Brother: Book 12. My Fiancé's Brother: Book 23. My Fake Fiancé Book 3, standalone4. My Donut Princess: free novellaRead all the Vancouver Wolves Hockey romances:1. Puck Me Secretly2. Home Game3. The Penalty Box4. High Risk Rookie
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Sweet hockey romance! The meet cute was perfect and the characters were easy to love.
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