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The Ice Queens of Fairview High #2
When Love Triumphs
The thrilling sequel to "When She Thaws," we return to the world of Natalie Hudson and Ashley Bergstrom, the indomitable cheerleader and sprinter duo of Fairview High. Fresh from the tumultuous events of the last few months, Natalie and Ashley now stand on the cusp of a new challenge - the nationals.
But their journey is far from just a race to the finish line. As they train together, fighting to keep their dreams alive, they also must navigate the intricate maze of their relationship, newly formed yet already tested by fire. The consequences of their past actions loom over them, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've managed to strike.
In "When Love Triumphs," love, ambition, and loyalty collide in a high-stakes drama that will test Natalie and Ashley in ways they never imagined. They must confront not just external pressures and rivals, but also the inner turmoil of their evolving bond. As they face down their demons and the ghosts of their past, they learn that the greatest challenge lies not on the track, but in the heart.
This sequel isn't just a continuation; it's an evolution. Dive into the gripping world of "When Love Triumphs," where every step is a battle, every victory hard-won, and every moment of love a triumph over the odds.
But their journey is far from just a race to the finish line. As they train together, fighting to keep their dreams alive, they also must navigate the intricate maze of their relationship, newly formed yet already tested by fire. The consequences of their past actions loom over them, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've managed to strike.
In "When Love Triumphs," love, ambition, and loyalty collide in a high-stakes drama that will test Natalie and Ashley in ways they never imagined. They must confront not just external pressures and rivals, but also the inner turmoil of their evolving bond. As they face down their demons and the ghosts of their past, they learn that the greatest challenge lies not on the track, but in the heart.
This sequel isn't just a continuation; it's an evolution. Dive into the gripping world of "When Love Triumphs," where every step is a battle, every victory hard-won, and every moment of love a triumph over the odds.
303 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 17, 2023
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About the author
A. Goswami
27 books120 followersI am your friendly neighborhood Sapphic romance writer, who has a knack for writing steamy romances, that also work as comfort reads. I know, a conundrum! But once you give my books a shot, you'll know what I mean!
I live in London, a few streets away from where Sherlock Holmes used to live, so... if I you find me taking too long to publish my next book, I am probably off with Mr. Holmes on an adventure.
I live in London, a few streets away from where Sherlock Holmes used to live, so... if I you find me taking too long to publish my next book, I am probably off with Mr. Holmes on an adventure.
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September 3, 2024
Love the character growth
It took me a while to get through this, but I'm glad I kept going. The character growth in this, from the first book, was really great to read about. The storyline itself is also pretty good. This is definitely a YA type book. Wholesome characters, relatable drama/circumstances, high school love type of book.
It took me a while to get through this, but I'm glad I kept going. The character growth in this, from the first book, was really great to read about. The storyline itself is also pretty good. This is definitely a YA type book. Wholesome characters, relatable drama/circumstances, high school love type of book.
April 27, 2024
the series is enjoyable but at times a little odd what a couple of 17 yr old girls get up to. I will leave it there. 4ish stars
April 17, 2024
This is a very entertaining book, definitely recommend both books. Loved the chemistry between Nat and Ashley, the spice is very good. I have no complaints but one. Why? Why does Mrs Hudson go back with the husband instead of staying with Emily!?? I honestly don’t get it, specially after Natalie said her mom is not in love with her dad anymore. I know they’re not the main characters here but c’mon 😓 so much potential for a second chance romance story
July 14, 2024
When Love Triumphs ❤️
OK- in the first book, it was mainly Ashley and Natalie against each other. After sorting out their rivalry and coming to terms with their feelings for each other, they end up together in the end.
In this book, it seems Ashley and Natalie are against everything else. They're drowning in a sea of toxicity, and its a challenge for their newfound love. So much drama for this poor couple ☹️...but have faith in the title! We learn quick that both girls are strong and resilient - even more so together.
OK- in the first book, it was mainly Ashley and Natalie against each other. After sorting out their rivalry and coming to terms with their feelings for each other, they end up together in the end.
In this book, it seems Ashley and Natalie are against everything else. They're drowning in a sea of toxicity, and its a challenge for their newfound love. So much drama for this poor couple ☹️...but have faith in the title! We learn quick that both girls are strong and resilient - even more so together.
July 24, 2024
Carries on seamlessly from the previous book. We follow Natalie and Ashley as their relationship progresses in parallel with their sporting ambitions. As with #1 a lot of heavy issues are covered so beware of triggers but it is good to see these issues out in the open.
The tone of this book is a little lighter than #1 as we see Natalie and Ashley's relationship grow and solidify. An epilog would have been nice but I guess you can't have everything
The tone of this book is a little lighter than #1 as we see Natalie and Ashley's relationship grow and solidify. An epilog would have been nice but I guess you can't have everything
December 23, 2025
This book is not perfect by any means, tbh it has so many flaws, but I loved it. And here's why:
It is actually completely wholesome!
This is the sequel to "When she thaws" and while the first book dealt with a lot of meddling against each other, here the girls stand by each other's side, not always firmly, but they grow together. And this is the amazing part. This book is all about the girls overcoming all kinds of drama together. They fail sometimes, but they always come out stronger and more supportive. It's really nice to read about this bond that is gradually formed between them. At the beginning their relationship is rather fragile and their newfound motivations are still shacky. They are in love, but they still don't LOVE each other. And from this insecurity the relationship grows more and more into something fundamental, something heavy. Until it feels like those two would go through hell together and back.
Well as for the flaws... the writing could have been better, but I guess it did serve a teenage high school romance well. There were quite some editing errors, too. Also I didn't really like some parts of the plot (like the dungeon plot - a cringe and mediocre tip into the topic of bdsm, which is never mentioned again in the rest of the book), but overall... the general purpose that it all served in having the characters grow, made it up for me completely.
It is actually completely wholesome!
This is the sequel to "When she thaws" and while the first book dealt with a lot of meddling against each other, here the girls stand by each other's side, not always firmly, but they grow together. And this is the amazing part. This book is all about the girls overcoming all kinds of drama together. They fail sometimes, but they always come out stronger and more supportive. It's really nice to read about this bond that is gradually formed between them. At the beginning their relationship is rather fragile and their newfound motivations are still shacky. They are in love, but they still don't LOVE each other. And from this insecurity the relationship grows more and more into something fundamental, something heavy. Until it feels like those two would go through hell together and back.
Well as for the flaws... the writing could have been better, but I guess it did serve a teenage high school romance well. There were quite some editing errors, too. Also I didn't really like some parts of the plot (like the dungeon plot - a cringe and mediocre tip into the topic of bdsm, which is never mentioned again in the rest of the book), but overall... the general purpose that it all served in having the characters grow, made it up for me completely.
January 4, 2024
A Fun Read
I enjoyed this book but it felt a bit sterile in the writing at points. The dialog is good and I wanted to see what happened between Ashley and Natalie going forward but some of the edge seemed to be missing compared to the first book in this set.
Still, if you read the first book then I recommend reading the second book as well.
I enjoyed this book but it felt a bit sterile in the writing at points. The dialog is good and I wanted to see what happened between Ashley and Natalie going forward but some of the edge seemed to be missing compared to the first book in this set.
Still, if you read the first book then I recommend reading the second book as well.
July 23, 2024
Excellent Read for. Sapphic Book
After the first one I couldn't stop reading It was Definitely a good series but I do believe they have some things to work on before talk of marriage happens but I can clearly see them together in the future whatever that may hold for the two of the girls personally id like a story about Emily and her finding love
After the first one I couldn't stop reading It was Definitely a good series but I do believe they have some things to work on before talk of marriage happens but I can clearly see them together in the future whatever that may hold for the two of the girls personally id like a story about Emily and her finding love
December 24, 2023
wanted to just ask about the fate of emily and mrs hudson, spoilers ahead
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does it ever go anywhere ??? just seems unfair how mrs hudson went back to that man after it took almost dying for him to fix himself
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does it ever go anywhere ??? just seems unfair how mrs hudson went back to that man after it took almost dying for him to fix himself
February 16, 2024
Second book in the series and more uncomfortable issues explored a very good compelling read bringing further depth into the characters I was looking forward to further reading with 85% on the kindle countdown when suddenly "THE END" No HEA no epilogue a bit disappointing.
March 3, 2024
Slightly better than the first, but still tough to read in terms of writing quality. The author seemed to wrap things up & come to settled conclusions multiple times as if the book was over. And tbh when I would see that there was more left, I groaned.
August 12, 2025
When Love Triumphs
What a great ending to a beautiful story! I absolutely loved the author’s ability to pull me in and make me feel like I was watching this book unfold. Definitely some of the author’s best work. I highly recommend reading these two books!
What a great ending to a beautiful story! I absolutely loved the author’s ability to pull me in and make me feel like I was watching this book unfold. Definitely some of the author’s best work. I highly recommend reading these two books!
January 13, 2024
I greatly enjoyed the conflict and the resolution of said conflict in this book but I felt the ending was unsatisfactory.
June 17, 2025
3.5 rounded up
January 10, 2026
3.75
This was a fun book. While I preferred the first book overall, there were moments when I felt frustrated with the characters' decisions, but they were understandable given their age. Despite that, it was an enjoyable read and a quick, engaging series overall.
This was a fun book. While I preferred the first book overall, there were moments when I felt frustrated with the characters' decisions, but they were understandable given their age. Despite that, it was an enjoyable read and a quick, engaging series overall.
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