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Nickel City Bandits #3
Wounded Winger
Hockey’s a dangerous sport, and injury is part of the game. I can prepare for it and expect it to happen.
What I can’t prepare myself for is another kind of injury, one I have no experience with.
A broken heart.
I couldn’t prepare myself for the adorable nerd I fell for, hard and fast.
I couldn’t prepare myself for what followed.
Predicting chemical reactions is a whole lot easier than human ones.
In fact, I can’t even predict my own reactions most days.
Including hurting the one person I’d come to care for the most.
I wasn’t prepared to fall in love with a hockey player.
I wasn’t prepared for how much it would hurt.
Wounded Winger is Book 3 in the Nickel City Bandits series of standalones. It involves an adorable chemistry loving nerd and a spreadsheet loving jock, with themes of insta-love and second chances, stock market dirty talk, foreplay in an aptly named restaurant and life changing choices.
What I can’t prepare myself for is another kind of injury, one I have no experience with.
A broken heart.
I couldn’t prepare myself for the adorable nerd I fell for, hard and fast.
I couldn’t prepare myself for what followed.
Predicting chemical reactions is a whole lot easier than human ones.
In fact, I can’t even predict my own reactions most days.
Including hurting the one person I’d come to care for the most.
I wasn’t prepared to fall in love with a hockey player.
I wasn’t prepared for how much it would hurt.
Wounded Winger is Book 3 in the Nickel City Bandits series of standalones. It involves an adorable chemistry loving nerd and a spreadsheet loving jock, with themes of insta-love and second chances, stock market dirty talk, foreplay in an aptly named restaurant and life changing choices.
241 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 1, 2023
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R.M. Neill
27 books215 followersRM is an introverted Canadian author who likes to write about love while freezing in the winter.
Her mission is to always make you swoon and snort laugh, sometimes even in public.
She talks to her cat, Moon, and sometimes people. She married her prince charming, who often inspires her characters, but still can't place dirty clothes in the hamper.
When she's not writing swoony men to fall in love with, she's in her garden providing mosquitoes with an alternative food source. She can also be found inventing new swear words on the golf course.
You can find her on facebook or visit her website rmneillauthor.com
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August 16, 2021
*ARC provided by Gay Romance Reviews*
This had so much promise, I'm incredibly sad I didn't like it better.
I just wasn't feeling the instalove. I guess more development could have had place if it had been longer but, even when some attempt at more depth was made, it still felt rushed because of the story being so short.
Character development was inconsistent on Jeremy's side (and I can't say I liked him much to begin with, but that's a me problem). Jordan was better, so it's something.
Overall, I had trouble handling the cheesy (and not in a charming way) overuse of the nicknames. The dramatic side was too over the top as well, at times it felt as if I was reading a parody of a romance instead of a sports romance (kind of-for it to be a sports romance, I feel a little more focus on the sports part would have been nice).
I get that maybe I'm not entirely the target audience for this book, but it kind of bothered me how sex was a bigger part of the story than the actual plot. It made me uncomfortable that important conversations that could have driven the plot forward were left hanging in favor of sexual interactions. I thought it made the whole relationship feel less serious (speaking of, serious decisions were made without those conversations being finished, which is also a nope for me).
I wish I could've liked the side characters a lot better as well, but given how Logan and Austin were mainly seen also having sex, and Jeremy's friend was there so scarcely I have trouble even remembering her name... Well, I don't need to finish that thought. It all speaks for itself.
Plot + characters aside, there were serious editing fails that I think need a keenly eyed last minute revision (commas in the middle of sentences, also either author or editor needs to revise the difference between "affect" and "effect", because I could detect at least one instance where there was wrong placement of one of those two terms-take it from a person that has English as her second language: they are not interchangeable words, they have different meaning and use).
This turned out way more ranty than I meant, so this is where I'll stop.
Three stars cause I'm feeling generous.
This had so much promise, I'm incredibly sad I didn't like it better.
I just wasn't feeling the instalove. I guess more development could have had place if it had been longer but, even when some attempt at more depth was made, it still felt rushed because of the story being so short.
Character development was inconsistent on Jeremy's side (and I can't say I liked him much to begin with, but that's a me problem). Jordan was better, so it's something.
Overall, I had trouble handling the cheesy (and not in a charming way) overuse of the nicknames. The dramatic side was too over the top as well, at times it felt as if I was reading a parody of a romance instead of a sports romance (kind of-for it to be a sports romance, I feel a little more focus on the sports part would have been nice).
I get that maybe I'm not entirely the target audience for this book, but it kind of bothered me how sex was a bigger part of the story than the actual plot. It made me uncomfortable that important conversations that could have driven the plot forward were left hanging in favor of sexual interactions. I thought it made the whole relationship feel less serious (speaking of, serious decisions were made without those conversations being finished, which is also a nope for me).
I wish I could've liked the side characters a lot better as well, but given how Logan and Austin were mainly seen also having sex, and Jeremy's friend was there so scarcely I have trouble even remembering her name... Well, I don't need to finish that thought. It all speaks for itself.
Plot + characters aside, there were serious editing fails that I think need a keenly eyed last minute revision (commas in the middle of sentences, also either author or editor needs to revise the difference between "affect" and "effect", because I could detect at least one instance where there was wrong placement of one of those two terms-take it from a person that has English as her second language: they are not interchangeable words, they have different meaning and use).
This turned out way more ranty than I meant, so this is where I'll stop.
Three stars cause I'm feeling generous.
September 14, 2021
The flow in this one is better than the previous one. Less time jumps, clearer order. Yet the timeline is still wonky. The events in previous book concerning these characters do not really correspond to this book, at least I can't se how they fit. I also couldn't get a read on Jeremy. One moment he is a no strings attached, heartbreaker of a character, the next he is all shy and awkward. Those seem like two completely different personalities to me, at least in the way they were described so I could never really figure him out. The overabundance of nicknames was annoying. Doesn't a person generally have one or two? Why give more than that?
The writing was smoother and the book read fast enough, yet it was still a bit rushed with the same pattern of revelations and character development happening after some minor event and in a blink of an eye. Like snap your fingers and have constant light bulbs going on.
It didn't seem in any way realistic, either these personal revelations or the plot points. It was entertaining enough, but still could use some work.
**I was provided an ARC of this book from the GRR for an honest review**
The writing was smoother and the book read fast enough, yet it was still a bit rushed with the same pattern of revelations and character development happening after some minor event and in a blink of an eye. Like snap your fingers and have constant light bulbs going on.
It didn't seem in any way realistic, either these personal revelations or the plot points. It was entertaining enough, but still could use some work.
**I was provided an ARC of this book from the GRR for an honest review**
August 24, 2021
This was a quick read about a jock and a nerd - but neither of them a real stereotype. it was nice to read but I was really missing their time together to connect with each other. we are told that they talk a lot on the phone and text each other each day but we don't really get to experience that.
furthermore for me Jeremy was difficult to get to know ... first he was "I only want hookups" then it was suddenly completly ok, that Jordan wants a relationship and then he just flipped again.
so although it was nice to read and I liked the characters, I just wasn't really invested in their relationship as I had the feeling I only got to see a few days with them. that was a bit disappointing as the plot seemed very nice.
an ARC was provided in exchange for an honest review
furthermore for me Jeremy was difficult to get to know ... first he was "I only want hookups" then it was suddenly completly ok, that Jordan wants a relationship and then he just flipped again.
so although it was nice to read and I liked the characters, I just wasn't really invested in their relationship as I had the feeling I only got to see a few days with them. that was a bit disappointing as the plot seemed very nice.
an ARC was provided in exchange for an honest review
August 14, 2021
quick and fun read.
i couldnt stop smiling bc, both Jordan and Jeremy were so cute together omg!
the romance felt abit out of place though, (with their recent hookups and them being tgt) it was hard to connect their excuse for stopping their hook ups and "love". also their sex scenes is just..... so disappointing.....
it was a good read. and i like the way it all worked out, together side by side and forward!
i couldnt stop smiling bc, both Jordan and Jeremy were so cute together omg!
the romance felt abit out of place though, (with their recent hookups and them being tgt) it was hard to connect their excuse for stopping their hook ups and "love". also their sex scenes is just..... so disappointing.....
it was a good read. and i like the way it all worked out, together side by side and forward!
March 28, 2022
great ending!
I love this series! This story made my heart flutter, because it was Jordan the third in the trio of Austin and Logan. When his relationship went a bit awry, I felt sad but understood where Jeremy was coming from. I mean who likes to get hurt?! The best part was Steff and Jeremy’s Mom making him work through it and getting it through his thick skull that he was passing up something wonderful. What a great ending!!
I love this series! This story made my heart flutter, because it was Jordan the third in the trio of Austin and Logan. When his relationship went a bit awry, I felt sad but understood where Jeremy was coming from. I mean who likes to get hurt?! The best part was Steff and Jeremy’s Mom making him work through it and getting it through his thick skull that he was passing up something wonderful. What a great ending!!
October 6, 2021
Wounded Winger isn’t an easy one for me to review. I didn’t necessarily dislike it, but It didn’t bowl me over either. *sigh*
It’s not an easy one to categorize either because it wasn’t really a joke/nerd romance. Although Jeremy is definitely not a jock, Jordan is a tad bit nerdy in his own way. Their romance was sweet and would have been the perfect storybook connection, if not for the fact that for some really crazy reason, Jeremy blew it. At least that was my take on the what happened.
At just under 250 pages (according to Amazon) it wasn’t exactly a short read, but I think that it would have benefited from just a little bit more character development and, as other readers mentioned, a bit more page time between the two characters.
This was my first read by R.M. Neill and although this was the third book in the Nickel City Bandits series, I think that it was great as a stand alone. I might go back and read the first two books in the series. I’m always intrigued by authors who mix it up within a series with MF/MM/FF characters. Somehow it makes it more believable in a way.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of Wounded Winger. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
It’s not an easy one to categorize either because it wasn’t really a joke/nerd romance. Although Jeremy is definitely not a jock, Jordan is a tad bit nerdy in his own way. Their romance was sweet and would have been the perfect storybook connection, if not for the fact that for some really crazy reason, Jeremy blew it. At least that was my take on the what happened.
At just under 250 pages (according to Amazon) it wasn’t exactly a short read, but I think that it would have benefited from just a little bit more character development and, as other readers mentioned, a bit more page time between the two characters.
This was my first read by R.M. Neill and although this was the third book in the Nickel City Bandits series, I think that it was great as a stand alone. I might go back and read the first two books in the series. I’m always intrigued by authors who mix it up within a series with MF/MM/FF characters. Somehow it makes it more believable in a way.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of Wounded Winger. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
March 12, 2023
(DNF@32% time of death 6 March 2023)
The only reason I was interested in this story, after skipping the previous one, was the fact that I really liked Jordan's character in the prequel, Blind Pass.
Right from the start we're introduced to Jordan, a hockey winger and hook up guy, as he tries to let down gently a guy he has been hooking up when the guy confuses their arrangement for dating. After this experience Jordan vows to do better and actually try to get to know somebody first before starting a relationship.
Going forward, no immediate sex. I’m going to build a connection first and start an actual relationship. I’m almost twenty-two years old. It’s my last year playing junior hockey and I’m about to graduate from university.
Jordan gets his chance when Jeremy, a chemistry major, walks into one of his business classes and for some unknown reason Jordan finds himself instantly smitten with a seemingly shy nerd. Except Jeremy, just like Jordan in his not so long ago past, likes his relationship consisting exclusively of sex with zero emotions.
I’ve wanted none of the relationships I’ve found myself in before. My hook ups had a tendency to turn into long-term friends with benefits. Then feelings would get involved, by the other person always, and I’d have to end it. Nobody needs feelings when all you need is a little company.
"The nerd" is actually a player, so kudos for that one at least. I guess. Still for some reason Jeremy is perfectly okay with "dating" Jordan and I say "dating" because at this point they had one "date" where Jordan came to Jeremy's place to eat crackers with cheese before leaving.
Nothing about Jordan and Jeremy's "romance" made sense here, there was no logic behind their actions. It was like Jordan just flipped a switch from hook up guy to relationship guy one day and the next day he found himself completely smitten with Jeremy for no apparent reason except Jeremy looking cute. They hardly know anything about each other but Jordan wasted no time in imagining their future together after finishing college.
Okay, there’s clearly much we still need to discuss. I had no idea he wants to run a lab. We’ve never talked about future stuff. We probably should. If he’s going away to run a lab, I need to decide if this is worth getting my heart broken over. I can’t imagine anyone as career focused as Jeremy seems to be would want to follow me around Wall Street.
They've know each other for two weeks by this point, of course they never talked about future stuff, seriously...
Again, I’m confused about how I want to make sure he’s okay. I want to see him do what his heart desires and I want to be the one to lift him up. My heart squeezes at the thought of me being the man behind such an amazing person.
Then again few pages later Jordan makes it seem like he would be perfectly fine being the one to follow Jeremy around despite his own future plans. Which made absolutely no sense as his opinion seems to change randomly without any explanation.
At this point I started skipping ahead because I was done forcing myself through this mess and thankfully their "breakup" was only few pages ahead.
I don’t allow my body to indicate how his statement hurts me. Jeremy didn’t tell this guy he was with me? WTF? I didn’t think I’d be getting a broken heart tonight, but that might be the case.
Sure Jeremy did not tell some rando who accosted him in a hallway he's dating Jordan and that is an immediate cause for heartbreak? But actually Jordan was not so far of as the real cause was Jeremy not wanting to tell "his ex" that he's dating Jordan, because he's guarding his heart/future career/self-sabotaging/whatever which is enough of a reason for Jordan to flounce and for me to wash my hands of this, save what remains of my sanity and stop wasting my time with this completely illogical and to be honest quite lackluster romance.
Themes: dual POV, jock/nerd, instant love
The only reason I was interested in this story, after skipping the previous one, was the fact that I really liked Jordan's character in the prequel, Blind Pass.
Right from the start we're introduced to Jordan, a hockey winger and hook up guy, as he tries to let down gently a guy he has been hooking up when the guy confuses their arrangement for dating. After this experience Jordan vows to do better and actually try to get to know somebody first before starting a relationship.
Going forward, no immediate sex. I’m going to build a connection first and start an actual relationship. I’m almost twenty-two years old. It’s my last year playing junior hockey and I’m about to graduate from university.
Jordan gets his chance when Jeremy, a chemistry major, walks into one of his business classes and for some unknown reason Jordan finds himself instantly smitten with a seemingly shy nerd. Except Jeremy, just like Jordan in his not so long ago past, likes his relationship consisting exclusively of sex with zero emotions.
I’ve wanted none of the relationships I’ve found myself in before. My hook ups had a tendency to turn into long-term friends with benefits. Then feelings would get involved, by the other person always, and I’d have to end it. Nobody needs feelings when all you need is a little company.
"The nerd" is actually a player, so kudos for that one at least. I guess. Still for some reason Jeremy is perfectly okay with "dating" Jordan and I say "dating" because at this point they had one "date" where Jordan came to Jeremy's place to eat crackers with cheese before leaving.
Nothing about Jordan and Jeremy's "romance" made sense here, there was no logic behind their actions. It was like Jordan just flipped a switch from hook up guy to relationship guy one day and the next day he found himself completely smitten with Jeremy for no apparent reason except Jeremy looking cute. They hardly know anything about each other but Jordan wasted no time in imagining their future together after finishing college.
Okay, there’s clearly much we still need to discuss. I had no idea he wants to run a lab. We’ve never talked about future stuff. We probably should. If he’s going away to run a lab, I need to decide if this is worth getting my heart broken over. I can’t imagine anyone as career focused as Jeremy seems to be would want to follow me around Wall Street.
They've know each other for two weeks by this point, of course they never talked about future stuff, seriously...
Again, I’m confused about how I want to make sure he’s okay. I want to see him do what his heart desires and I want to be the one to lift him up. My heart squeezes at the thought of me being the man behind such an amazing person.
Then again few pages later Jordan makes it seem like he would be perfectly fine being the one to follow Jeremy around despite his own future plans. Which made absolutely no sense as his opinion seems to change randomly without any explanation.
At this point I started skipping ahead because I was done forcing myself through this mess and thankfully their "breakup" was only few pages ahead.
I don’t allow my body to indicate how his statement hurts me. Jeremy didn’t tell this guy he was with me? WTF? I didn’t think I’d be getting a broken heart tonight, but that might be the case.
Sure Jeremy did not tell some rando who accosted him in a hallway he's dating Jordan and that is an immediate cause for heartbreak? But actually Jordan was not so far of as the real cause was Jeremy not wanting to tell "his ex" that he's dating Jordan, because he's guarding his heart/future career/self-sabotaging/whatever which is enough of a reason for Jordan to flounce and for me to wash my hands of this, save what remains of my sanity and stop wasting my time with this completely illogical and to be honest quite lackluster romance.
Themes: dual POV, jock/nerd, instant love
August 21, 2021
"I want you to let me love you. I want you to give me another chance because my heart stopped beating the night I let you walk away."
Wounded Winger is the third book in the Nickel City Bandits series. An m/m, college, jock/nerd, sports romance that is told in the dual first-person point of view.
Jordan... Playing hockey has always been enjoyable for him but he knows that his hockey dreams are coming to an end. He focuses on his second love of making it to Wall Street until a new student shows up in the same business class that he can not get out of his mind.
Jeremy... A lab nerd who wants to eventually be able to create a drug that will help with chronic pain enrolls into a business class to help with his future dreams. He has had a crush on Jordan for over a year and when he approaches him in class and talks to him, Jeremy is not sure what to do.
Story... Both Jordan and Jeremy have never had a serious relationship but when they met and come together Jordan can feel more but Jeremy may just be too in his head and sabotage everything.
My thoughts... Jordan and Jeremy were fun and entertaining. A fast read and I found myself smiling quite a bit but I struggled with the romantic connection between them and it felt like there were parts of the story missing. After Austin and Logan's story I was hoping to enjoy this one more.
Rating... 3 Maple Leafs
*advanced copy requested and honestly reviewed on behalf of Canadian Girl Book Blog*
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Wounded Winger is the third book in the Nickel City Bandits series. An m/m, college, jock/nerd, sports romance that is told in the dual first-person point of view.
Jordan... Playing hockey has always been enjoyable for him but he knows that his hockey dreams are coming to an end. He focuses on his second love of making it to Wall Street until a new student shows up in the same business class that he can not get out of his mind.
Jeremy... A lab nerd who wants to eventually be able to create a drug that will help with chronic pain enrolls into a business class to help with his future dreams. He has had a crush on Jordan for over a year and when he approaches him in class and talks to him, Jeremy is not sure what to do.
Story... Both Jordan and Jeremy have never had a serious relationship but when they met and come together Jordan can feel more but Jeremy may just be too in his head and sabotage everything.
My thoughts... Jordan and Jeremy were fun and entertaining. A fast read and I found myself smiling quite a bit but I struggled with the romantic connection between them and it felt like there were parts of the story missing. After Austin and Logan's story I was hoping to enjoy this one more.
Rating... 3 Maple Leafs
*advanced copy requested and honestly reviewed on behalf of Canadian Girl Book Blog*
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August 15, 2021
I loved Austin and Logan’s story, so I was really excited for Jordan to get his turn, but Wounded Winger was just okay for me. I think Jordan and Jeremy’s relationship felt a little clumsy and underdeveloped compared to Austin and Logan.
Jordan is a hockey player, but his real passion lies in the stock market, investing and spreadsheets not hockey. He’s in his last semester of college and in the middle of his last hockey season, so a relationship is the last thing on his mind until he meets Jeremy. Jeremy is a chemistry major who loves spending time in his lab and dreams of running a lab of his own. He’s a hockey fan who’s had a crush on Jordan for a year and is overwhelmed when he finally catches his attention in class.
The two of them were sweet but I feel like the story leaned in a little too much to the nerd/jock stereotypes even though Jordan was a nerd in his own right. Both of them were anti-relationship and then suddenly were all in with each other, which felt a little out of place, especially since they didn’t actually spend much time together. Things happened quickly and then slowed down, and sped up then skipped months...I would have loved to see more consistency in the timeline.
I loved the little glimpses of Austin and Logan that we get in this story - seeing them happy and in love made my heart happy. I ended up enjoying Jordan and Jeremy, but couldn’t help comparing them to Austin and Logan and how they weaseled their way into my heart. I just wanted more from Jordan and Jeremy, something that endeared them to me as much as I expected - they were almost there, but it felt a little forced towards the end.
Jordan is a hockey player, but his real passion lies in the stock market, investing and spreadsheets not hockey. He’s in his last semester of college and in the middle of his last hockey season, so a relationship is the last thing on his mind until he meets Jeremy. Jeremy is a chemistry major who loves spending time in his lab and dreams of running a lab of his own. He’s a hockey fan who’s had a crush on Jordan for a year and is overwhelmed when he finally catches his attention in class.
The two of them were sweet but I feel like the story leaned in a little too much to the nerd/jock stereotypes even though Jordan was a nerd in his own right. Both of them were anti-relationship and then suddenly were all in with each other, which felt a little out of place, especially since they didn’t actually spend much time together. Things happened quickly and then slowed down, and sped up then skipped months...I would have loved to see more consistency in the timeline.
I loved the little glimpses of Austin and Logan that we get in this story - seeing them happy and in love made my heart happy. I ended up enjoying Jordan and Jeremy, but couldn’t help comparing them to Austin and Logan and how they weaseled their way into my heart. I just wanted more from Jordan and Jeremy, something that endeared them to me as much as I expected - they were almost there, but it felt a little forced towards the end.
August 23, 2021
Stories about True Relationships! That is what R.M. Neill brings you in their books and Wounded Winger is no exception in this Jock/Geek tale of love. We meet Jordan and Jeremy when they first notice each other in a shared College class and engage in some really cute flirting. Both guys have not been interested in any type of actual relationship in the past, but Jordan is at a point in his life where he now wants more. Though, initially they don’t seem to be on the same path they quickly become very close and find themselves thinking about the future.. After a huge misunderstanding, Jeremy has to push through his emotional fears, trying not to let his win out and learn from his mistakes so as to not lose Jordan. I love how R.M. Neill shows us the reality of actually having to work to make a relationship work, both the easy and the difficult things it takes from all individuals involved. So many romance novels follow the “instalove” route and even though I enjoy those too, it's great when you see characters working their way to happiness just like most of us had to. This is the second book that I have read by the author and I can’t wait to enjoy more stories in the future.
May 12, 2022
Another Wonderful Story by R.M. Neill
Jordan and Jeremy’s book, Wounded Winger, completes the standalone stories in R.M. Neill’s Nickel City Bandits series.
I was introduced to hockey player Jordan in the spin-off Sheltered Connections series, and have loved all of the characters in each series.
There is such a sense of love and loyalty throughout this book, as Jeremy and Jordan each have to work hard to get out of their own way, to find their special someone. With humor, and some heartbreak, Neill captures the success of two young men, as they learn just what it takes to make a relationship work-once you understand you deserve one.
We also got to again meet with professional hockey player Austin and Logan, his boyfriend model, always a treat, which gives us a bridge to the other series. This makes me especially happy, because I have learned to love these characters and find I look forward to seeing each new stage in their romances.
R.M. Neill has a talent for helping us connect to others, through her sassy humor, her romantic outlook, and her thoroughly enjoyable writing style. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Jordan and Jeremy’s book, Wounded Winger, completes the standalone stories in R.M. Neill’s Nickel City Bandits series.
I was introduced to hockey player Jordan in the spin-off Sheltered Connections series, and have loved all of the characters in each series.
There is such a sense of love and loyalty throughout this book, as Jeremy and Jordan each have to work hard to get out of their own way, to find their special someone. With humor, and some heartbreak, Neill captures the success of two young men, as they learn just what it takes to make a relationship work-once you understand you deserve one.
We also got to again meet with professional hockey player Austin and Logan, his boyfriend model, always a treat, which gives us a bridge to the other series. This makes me especially happy, because I have learned to love these characters and find I look forward to seeing each new stage in their romances.
R.M. Neill has a talent for helping us connect to others, through her sassy humor, her romantic outlook, and her thoroughly enjoyable writing style. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
August 25, 2021
I was given a free arc copy from the author for review.
2.5 stars
This is a super quick read. Well under 3 hours. There were times when I simply forced myself to keep reading seeing how it was so short. Had it been longer I probably wouldn't have cause I really didn't like the drama plot in the middle. It's seldom I think a character can do better and have no interest in if they make it. To me the entire book was relationship angst cause it felt forced and like they wouldn't or shouldn't make it and I didn't feel any chemistry. It also felt rushed and too short. If the book was longer it might have allowed for more development and depth but like I say i might not have finished it then if it was longer. I rarely ever give bad review but this didn't really work for me on any level even though there were a few cute moments. I did enjoy the ending and though Logan and Austin were sweet so I may read their book.
2.5 stars
This is a super quick read. Well under 3 hours. There were times when I simply forced myself to keep reading seeing how it was so short. Had it been longer I probably wouldn't have cause I really didn't like the drama plot in the middle. It's seldom I think a character can do better and have no interest in if they make it. To me the entire book was relationship angst cause it felt forced and like they wouldn't or shouldn't make it and I didn't feel any chemistry. It also felt rushed and too short. If the book was longer it might have allowed for more development and depth but like I say i might not have finished it then if it was longer. I rarely ever give bad review but this didn't really work for me on any level even though there were a few cute moments. I did enjoy the ending and though Logan and Austin were sweet so I may read their book.
October 13, 2022
2.5 stars
This book was a little better than the previous one, but still not my cup of tea.
I liked both the main characters, but I couldn't really understand Jeremy: he does only superficial relationship because he's afraid to compromise and to loose his career, but then he suddenly changes his mind with Jordan. The scene at the bar bathroom was nonsense and the explanation later was worst ().
There was something else that left me very confused: in The Perfect Pass there is a scene where Logan bumps into Jeremy and breaks his phone. Then Jordan arrives, he fails to introduce Jeremy as his boyfriend to Logan, so Jeremy runs away. But ther's no mention of that scene in this book at all, I wonder why.
I'm sorry for potential grammar mistakes, I'm not a native english speaker.
This book was a little better than the previous one, but still not my cup of tea.
I liked both the main characters, but I couldn't really understand Jeremy: he does only superficial relationship because he's afraid to compromise and to loose his career, but then he suddenly changes his mind with Jordan. The scene at the bar bathroom was nonsense and the explanation later was worst ().
There was something else that left me very confused: in The Perfect Pass there is a scene where Logan bumps into Jeremy and breaks his phone. Then Jordan arrives, he fails to introduce Jeremy as his boyfriend to Logan, so Jeremy runs away. But ther's no mention of that scene in this book at all, I wonder why.
I'm sorry for potential grammar mistakes, I'm not a native english speaker.
August 24, 2021
The only sports related MM story that I have read/listened to was The Quarterback (by Mackenzie Blair). One of my favorite books of all time. For some reason after that, I just never got into the genre. I am not a sports fan, but I love other genres that I don’t have a personal connection to…so I don’t know.
When I was offered the ARC for Wounded Winger I just thought…”Ok, why not.” I am so glad I did. There wasn’t the dumb jock element with the quavering wallflower nerd. You had two well-developed people…human, flawed people…that worked out there struggles. I don’t mind angst but didn’t really have much of that in this novel. I just loved watching Jordan and Jeremy pursue each other (and retreat sometimes). It was a real story that fed me. It’s not a long read but it’s an enjoyable one!
When I was offered the ARC for Wounded Winger I just thought…”Ok, why not.” I am so glad I did. There wasn’t the dumb jock element with the quavering wallflower nerd. You had two well-developed people…human, flawed people…that worked out there struggles. I don’t mind angst but didn’t really have much of that in this novel. I just loved watching Jordan and Jeremy pursue each other (and retreat sometimes). It was a real story that fed me. It’s not a long read but it’s an enjoyable one!
August 24, 2021
When this story starts Jordan is so focused on his devotion to playing hockey that he feels that he does not have time for anything other than casual. In the opening chapter he tells us where his head is at as he is shown the door by a guy he felt was a casual booty call. Jordan was so not focused on the relationship he only realizes how inconsiderate he is as he is corrected for having called the guy the wrong name the whole time they were getting together. And he missed that the man had feelings for him. So it was particularly good to follow along as he expands his vision and realizes with Jeremy that he wants more. It was hard not like Jordan and Jeremy and I appreciated that this was a low angst and emotionally satisfying story of two guys growing into an us while also growing as men who come to understand their own needs.
I received an ARC from GRR for an honest review.
I received an ARC from GRR for an honest review.
August 25, 2021
**ARC Review**
I love jock/nerd romances and this one seemed interesting and fun. I had an opportunity to give this a try and I'm glad I did. First time reader of this author and I wasn't disappointed. This was low angst and sweet. It was a nice surprise to read a nerd who only does hook ups and avoid relationships...So when Jeremy meets his longtime crush Jordan, feelings popped up and it was more than a hook up. Jordan did hookups too but one look at Jeremy and he was all in...he wanted something special and he finally found it with Jeremy. They had an instant connection and I loved their whirlwind romance. This was part of a series and even though I haven't read the first two, I wasn't lost...the previous characters/couples made appearances and it made the story more enjoyable. Nice ending for the guys and hopefully we will see more of them in upcoming books.
I love jock/nerd romances and this one seemed interesting and fun. I had an opportunity to give this a try and I'm glad I did. First time reader of this author and I wasn't disappointed. This was low angst and sweet. It was a nice surprise to read a nerd who only does hook ups and avoid relationships...So when Jeremy meets his longtime crush Jordan, feelings popped up and it was more than a hook up. Jordan did hookups too but one look at Jeremy and he was all in...he wanted something special and he finally found it with Jeremy. They had an instant connection and I loved their whirlwind romance. This was part of a series and even though I haven't read the first two, I wasn't lost...the previous characters/couples made appearances and it made the story more enjoyable. Nice ending for the guys and hopefully we will see more of them in upcoming books.
September 4, 2021
Nice coming of age story. Jordan and Jeremy each had a liazon, that highlighted a fault in their sexual relationship processes. They individually decided that they needed a break from short term instant relationships and to focus on their studies. Jordan, is a finance student who plays hockey. Jeremy, is a chemical student who is a nerd. Jeremy, has been crushing on Jordan from afar for awhile. When they meet in person, while in class break over! There is indeed, major unexpected chemistry on both sides. Do they retain focus on their studies? Do they succumb to their emotional awakening? Can they stay loyal to each other? Jeremy and Jordan are absolutely likeable. Their extended family are supportive, funny and fun. I will go back and read the previous stories. Nicely done! I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 21, 2021
Wounded Winger is the third book in the Nickel City Bandits series, but can easily be read as a stand-alone. You do see the characters interact with the MC's from the first two books, but you don't need to know their backstories for the interactions... So standalone or as part of the series, what should you expect from Wounded Winger? Sweet, schmoopy love, a dollop of new adult relationship angst, snarky fun BFF, nerdy chemistry guy and a hot hockey player with a spreadsheet kink!
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I received an ARC to facilitate my review.
See my full review here: http://www.mmromancereviewed.com/2021...
I received an ARC to facilitate my review.
September 6, 2021
Jordan is a hockey player at university and studying finance. Jeremy is at same university studying science and research. Both in the beginning did not believe in commitment or love. Jeremy has had a crush on Jordan for the past year. Jordan bumps into Jeremy in a finance class and falls head over heels. They eventually get together and are attracted to each other. They both have very full busy schedules. They also both have issues about getting their heart broken and pushing each other away or not communicating clearly. Soon they realize they are good for each other; through a few trials and separation. Their lives come together.
November 12, 2021
WHAT A GREAT BOOK
This is Book #3 in the NICKEL CITY BANDITS SERIES!! This one is settled on Jordan. He has dreams of working on Wall Street. Jeremy is a cute young man who is working toward being a Science Researcher. He is a fan of the hockey team and has a fan fueled crush on Jordan. These two are on different sides of relationship issues. It's up to Jordan to get Jeremy on board. This is beautifully written with a few hiccups. I enjoyed it so much. Just the way relationships should work. I'm looking forward to any books R.M. NEILL releases in the future. This is a FANTASTIC Series so far. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND THE NICKEL CITY BANDITS SERIES!!!!!!!!
This is Book #3 in the NICKEL CITY BANDITS SERIES!! This one is settled on Jordan. He has dreams of working on Wall Street. Jeremy is a cute young man who is working toward being a Science Researcher. He is a fan of the hockey team and has a fan fueled crush on Jordan. These two are on different sides of relationship issues. It's up to Jordan to get Jeremy on board. This is beautifully written with a few hiccups. I enjoyed it so much. Just the way relationships should work. I'm looking forward to any books R.M. NEILL releases in the future. This is a FANTASTIC Series so far. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND THE NICKEL CITY BANDITS SERIES!!!!!!!!
August 23, 2021
Adorable love story
I will always pick up a book about hockey players. They are my absolute favorite to read about. So it was an easy choice to add this to my tbr pile and I’m so glad I did. The third book in the series, this one follows winger Jordan and a hot little nerd Jeremy. A chance meeting puts them in each other’s path and their love story is full of fun, romance, and sometimes tears. A great book for anyone who loves sports romance. I look forward to the next.
I will always pick up a book about hockey players. They are my absolute favorite to read about. So it was an easy choice to add this to my tbr pile and I’m so glad I did. The third book in the series, this one follows winger Jordan and a hot little nerd Jeremy. A chance meeting puts them in each other’s path and their love story is full of fun, romance, and sometimes tears. A great book for anyone who loves sports romance. I look forward to the next.
August 23, 2021
3 Stars 🌟 Sweet, quick read ❤️
Jordan and Jeremy were a really sweet couple, this book had little to no angst, a small amount of heat but tons of heart! If your looking for a short, sweet, low drama read this ones for you. R.M Neil is a new to me author, although the story lacked depth I usually enjoy... I wasn't disappointed after reading... it was a light and fun read.
* I received an ARC from GRR, this is my open and honest review*
Jordan and Jeremy were a really sweet couple, this book had little to no angst, a small amount of heat but tons of heart! If your looking for a short, sweet, low drama read this ones for you. R.M Neil is a new to me author, although the story lacked depth I usually enjoy... I wasn't disappointed after reading... it was a light and fun read.
* I received an ARC from GRR, this is my open and honest review*
August 24, 2021
RM Neill is a fairly new to me author. I’ve enjoyed each of her stories that I’ve read, including this one. Jordan and Jeremy were a great couple. I loved that they communicated after they finally figured out their crap! It was a fun romance to read, that was sweet and low angst. I’m voluntarily reviewing from an advanced copy that I received. My reviews are solely based on my thoughts and opinions.
November 9, 2022
Wounded Winger and the chemistry major
This was a cute story about a hockey player and the chemistry guy who has a crush on him. They meet at the college, but their personal hang ups make getting together a fairly rough road. It takes friends, parents, and a hockey injury to help them figure it out. Their are also cameos from characters from the first two books, which is fun, and HEAs all around!
This was a cute story about a hockey player and the chemistry guy who has a crush on him. They meet at the college, but their personal hang ups make getting together a fairly rough road. It takes friends, parents, and a hockey injury to help them figure it out. Their are also cameos from characters from the first two books, which is fun, and HEAs all around!
August 19, 2021
This is the third book in the Nickel City Bandits series but can be read as a complete stand alone. Jordan and Jeremy definitely had a very bumpy road to love as their relationship seemed over before it started. Luckily this author loves giving us plenty of time to see the make up and future, which I love. A sweet college sports romance.
August 25, 2021
I loved seeing Jordan and Jeremy mess up and then get their second chance. I liked the use of the academic setting and the author's attention to detail about Jordan's career and its end. The characters have to grow and change to make their second chance work and I believed in the way the author wrote that growth.
September 17, 2021
This book is a great addition to this series, I loved the fact that even though Jordan was a good hockey player and was given a chance at going pro it wasn't his ultimate goal. And I enjoyed that the angst level was low. Jeremy and Jordan did stumble during their relationship but they solved them like adults. I am counting the days until the next release.
August 21, 2021
Good read
This is a new to me author and I jumped into the series at this book. I will definitely check the rest out. This was a fun and sweet romance with some light angst and some not so light steam. Good read.
This is a new to me author and I jumped into the series at this book. I will definitely check the rest out. This was a fun and sweet romance with some light angst and some not so light steam. Good read.
August 30, 2021
Quick, sweet, and fun read. I love a good nerd and jock story and this fit in quite nicely. I do wish it had been longer and that there was more depth to the story but it was a good read for what it was.
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