PDF Cold Day in the Sun Audible Audio Edition Sara Biren Julia Knippen Amulet Books Books
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Holland Delviss wants to be known for her talent as a hockey player, not a hockey player who happens to be a girl. But when her school team is selected to be featured and televised as part of HockeyFest, her status as the only girl on the boys' team makes her the lead story.Â
Not everyone is thrilled with Holland's new fame, but there's one person who fiercely supports her, and it's the last person she expects (and definitely the last person she should be falling for) her bossy team captain, Wes.
PDF Cold Day in the Sun Audible Audio Edition Sara Biren Julia Knippen Amulet Books Books
"I loved reading about Holland and Wes’s love story. The writing was witty, the storyline of will they/won’t they was engaging, and the tension high. Mid-way through the book, I went ahead and ordered the author’s debut novel (haven’t read it yet). I didn’t want this story to end!"
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Cold Day in the Sun Audible Audio Edition Sara Biren Julia Knippen Amulet Books Books Reviews :
Cold Day in the Sun Audible Audio Edition Sara Biren Julia Knippen Amulet Books Books Reviews
- I adored Sara's debut, THE LAST THING YOU SAID, and I ~hoped~ her follow-up, COLD DAY IN THE SUN, would be equally fantastic. Wow, was it ever. I absolutely adored this YA hockey novel full of amazing music references, yummy food mentions, and steamy kisses. It puts its own spin on two of my favorite tropes (hate-to-love and secret romance) and its ending is incredibly satisfying, but open-ended enough to feel realistic. Holland is an amazing protagonist--a hockey badass with a passion for the Foo Fighters, blogging, and her family. Love interest and hockey team captain Wes is super sweet, but also he swears all the time and accepts nothing but the best from the players on his team, including Holland. COLD DAY IN THE SUN was nearly impossible to put down; I think fans of YA romance will LOVE this book. <333
- I loved everything about this book!!! The romance is oh-so swoony and heart-stingingly sweet! The characters are wonderful. I just finished reading, and I already miss them! I adored the setting! And there were some wonderful and important messages about feminism and the inequality women face in sports. Officially my favorite book of 2019 so far!
- I loved reading about Holland and Wes’s love story. The writing was witty, the storyline of will they/won’t they was engaging, and the tension high. Mid-way through the book, I went ahead and ordered the author’s debut novel (haven’t read it yet). I didn’t want this story to end!
- One of the sweetest most realistic enemies to romance books I've read in a long, long time. Also, one of the best stories of how tough it is to navigate feminism and opportunity as a young (or even older) woman and coming to terms with how the world see you a result.
Also Foo Fighters and there's never anything bad about that! - This girl-on-the-boy’s-hockey-team story is anything but fluffy. There’s a romance that’s 🔥🔥🔥, and it gets you right in the gut. I read this book in less than a day that’s how much it hooked me. Oh, and there’s an unabashed love for rock, so 🤘
- I LOVE THIS BOOK! The strong female lead is both hard as nails and sugar soft as she falls in love and challenges the status quo. This book means a lot to me personally as the only girl in a family of all boys who has always worked to separate herself from what was expected of her to do what feel true. If you love deftly written romance, great dialog and an emotional, gripping story, you will love this book.
- Loved this book! Not only does it have multiple intriguing story lines, but it perfectly highlights the struggles and advancements made with women in sports, and sprinkles in an adorable love story that hit home for me and my hockey-playing husband!
- "Let's be honest. At the moment, I've got bigger things to worry about than a straw stuck up a sea turtle's nose."
I received an ARC from the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. My thoughts and opinions are my own. Any quotes I use are from an unpublished copy and may not reflect the finished product.
Cold Day in the Sun takes place during the winter, but it really warmed my heart! It was impossible not to smile while reading this book, and I really loved Holland's story. She was a fierce female character who wasn't afraid to speak her mind. When someone told her she had balls, she was quick to tell them that a person doesn't need balls to do something brave. I loved her personality, and that she was willing to fight for what she wanted.
Yes! Yes! Yes! Holland had an awesome family, I enjoyed all of their interactions. Hunter wasn't around as much, but his comments on her blog, and his brief appearance, really spoke volumes about their relationship. Carter was a typical big brother, and didn't want anyone to mess with his sister, but he also knew she could fight her own battles. Jesse was hilarious. I'm pretty sure he's referred to as a "diva" at one point. Her mom and dad, even her grandparents, are around and supportive. It was amazing and lovely!
Then there's Wes. Sweet, beautiful, infuriating Wes. He doesn't treat Holland any differently on the ice, and he pushes and challenges her like he would any of the other players. I was a little annoyed when Holland didn't see this (she thought he was picking on her for being a girl), so her reactions were a little extreme. She wanted to be treated like everyone else, but got upset when she was. Off the ice, Wes was attentive and intuitive. He's understanding and thoughtful, a wonderful big brother, and he wasn't afraid to tell people how he felt. I really loved his relationship with Holland and how it progressed over time.
There was so much to love about this book, and I think it's the little things that I enjoyed the most. Wes encourages Holland to try eating spicy foods, and tells her it's just like training for a new sport. You have to practice, which she does, and those were some of my favorite moments. The way Wes reacts when Holland bites her lip, and the way he talks about her to other people -- always kind and proud of her accomplishments. Holland's blog and her obsession with music (that Wes happily shares), and their shared text messages that are more music videos than words. Also, Holland loves to eat, and I love that she loves food.
All of the secondary characters were fun and meaningful, and I wouldn't mind another book with this setting! I want to know more about everyone. As I got to the last page, I read it and immediately wanted more. It was a perfect ending for this story, and I'm still smiling as I write this, but I definitely could have enjoyed a few more chapters! Thank you, Sara Biren. You've kept a smile on my face for days. It was ducking adorable. 😉
Originally posted at Do You Dog-ear? on March 12, 2019.
