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Heart of Redemption: a hockey romance novel
She's a princess locked in a tower of her parent's castle...
Margo Hamilton has always done everything she could to please her family. Even marry a random stranger.
But a long-time rival with threatening eyes and striking smile is all she needed to disobey her family's wishes. After a summer of love, he leaves her high and dry. She refuses his very attempt to wow her with gifts, flowers, and even a checklist she made him complete.
When she lands herself a job as the new hockey PT intern, he will stop at nothing to win her heart back?
Will their love prevail or will she?
He's a joker who won a prize he never thought he could...
William Brookshire loves a good game. In or out of the hockey arena, he always wins. What happens when he messes up the one thing that he vowed never to ruin?
He's lost her and all he can think about are the ways he can win her back. But with controlling parents, a possessive fiancé, and the amazing ability to say no to him, what plan could he possibly have in store for Margo?
Is this the first game he'll lose?
Or will he fight his way to the end?
Margo Hamilton has always done everything she could to please her family. Even marry a random stranger.
But a long-time rival with threatening eyes and striking smile is all she needed to disobey her family's wishes. After a summer of love, he leaves her high and dry. She refuses his very attempt to wow her with gifts, flowers, and even a checklist she made him complete.
When she lands herself a job as the new hockey PT intern, he will stop at nothing to win her heart back?
Will their love prevail or will she?
He's a joker who won a prize he never thought he could...
William Brookshire loves a good game. In or out of the hockey arena, he always wins. What happens when he messes up the one thing that he vowed never to ruin?
He's lost her and all he can think about are the ways he can win her back. But with controlling parents, a possessive fiancé, and the amazing ability to say no to him, what plan could he possibly have in store for Margo?
Is this the first game he'll lose?
Or will he fight his way to the end?
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390 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 14, 2025
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February 14, 2025
I had the opportunity to be an ARC reader, and I’m truly grateful to have been able to read this book before its publication. I rate it 3.5/5
To start, from an objective point of view, I liked the story, but I have to admit my favorite is still the first book. 🫶🏼
At the beginning, the story felt a bit slow (since it takes place before the events of the first book). I don’t know why I thought it would start afterward, haha. But I understand that, chronologically, it makes sense to explain how everything began.
I feel like there was a lot of miscommunication throughout the book, but I understand that was the whole point, as it’s what drives the plot forward.
As a couple, I liked them, but toward the end, Margo started to annoy me. She wanted Liam, but after being with him, she told him they should just be friends (it felt like she was toying with him). Because of this, I really appreciated that Liam was able to set boundaries, although that didn’t make it hurt any less. 💔 (When she overheard him talking in the locker room, it destroyed me. After that, I wouldn’t have spoken to him again, haha).
P.S.: During those scenes, all I could imagine was Ariana Grande’s “One Last Time” playing in the background. 😖
I’m not going to lie—it hurt, and I took it personally when Liam said he wasn’t in love anymore and was going to start dating Sabrina. I usually don’t enjoy dramas that involve another woman in the storyline (like the ex in the first book), but at least Sabrina was barely mentioned.
Something I did find disappointing, and the reason I rated this 3.5 stars instead of 4, is that the ending left me with a bitter taste. I understand why they had to separate since they were being toxic, but the fact that Margo was the one to face the consequences when she was the one who had suffered sexual and physical abuse for months… that was a huge no for me.
The fact that Liam asked for time at the hospital, when she was the one who, in my opinion, needed space to heal after all the abuse, felt unfair. During that time, Liam should’ve been working on completing the list to win her back.
I also wish there had been more closure regarding the parents. I had the same feeling with the first book. I think they should’ve clarified whether she cut ties with them, if they apologized, or something, haha.
On another note, I can’t wait to read Chris and Verina’s story! I’ve loved them since the first book, and I’m totally hoping Verina makes him grovel for the things he said in the locker room.
RESEÑA EN ESPAÑOL:
Para comenzar, desde un punto objetivo, la historia me gustó, pero tengo que admitir que mi favorito sigue siendo el primer libro. 🫶🏼
Al principio, la trama se me hizo un poco lenta (ya que comenzaba antes del primer libro). No sé por qué pensé que iba a empezar después, jaja. Pero entiendo que, cronológicamente, era necesario mostrar cómo comenzó todo.
Siento que el libro tuvo demasiada falta de comunicación, pero entiendo que esa era la intención, ya que eso es lo que desencadena toda la trama.
Como pareja, me gustaron, pero ya casi al final, Margo empezó a irritarme. Quería a Liam, pero luego de tenerlo le decía que fueran solo amigos (sentí que jugaba con él). Por esto, destaco que me gustó que él supiera poner límites, aunque no significa que no doliera. 💔 (Cuando lo escuchó hablar en el camerino, me destruyó. Yo, después de eso, no le hablo más, jaja).
P.D.: En esas escenas, lo único que me imaginaba era “One Last Time” de Ariana Grande sonando de fondo. 😖
No voy a negar que me dolió y lo tomé personal cuando Liam dijo que ya no estaba enamorado y que iba a salir con Sabrina. No me suelen gustar los dramas en los que hay otras mujeres involucradas en la trama (como en el primer libro con la ex), pero al menos Sabrina fue mencionada poco.
Algo que sí me pareció una falla, y la razón por la que le di 3.5 estrellas en lugar de 4, fue que el final me dejó una sensación agria. Entiendo que ambos se alejaran porque estaban siendo tóxicos, pero que ella tuviera que pagar las consecuencias cuando Margo fue quien sufrió abuso sexual y físico durante meses… eso fue un no rotundo para mí.
El hecho de que Liam le pidiera tiempo en el hospital, cuando literal ella era la que, a mi parecer, debió alejarse para sanar después de tanto abuso, me pareció injusto. En ese tiempo, Liam debió haber trabajado en las cosas de la lista para recuperarla.
También me hubiera gustado que se mencionara qué pasó con los padres. En el primer libro me quedé con esa misma sensación. Creo que se debió haber aclarado si cortaron lazos, pidieron disculpas o algo, jaja.
Por otro lado, ya quiero leer la historia de Chris y Verina. ¡Los amo desde el primer libro! Espero totalmente que Verina lo haga arrastrarse por las cosas que escuchó en el camerino.
To start, from an objective point of view, I liked the story, but I have to admit my favorite is still the first book. 🫶🏼
At the beginning, the story felt a bit slow (since it takes place before the events of the first book). I don’t know why I thought it would start afterward, haha. But I understand that, chronologically, it makes sense to explain how everything began.
I feel like there was a lot of miscommunication throughout the book, but I understand that was the whole point, as it’s what drives the plot forward.
As a couple, I liked them, but toward the end, Margo started to annoy me. She wanted Liam, but after being with him, she told him they should just be friends (it felt like she was toying with him). Because of this, I really appreciated that Liam was able to set boundaries, although that didn’t make it hurt any less. 💔 (When she overheard him talking in the locker room, it destroyed me. After that, I wouldn’t have spoken to him again, haha).
P.S.: During those scenes, all I could imagine was Ariana Grande’s “One Last Time” playing in the background. 😖
I’m not going to lie—it hurt, and I took it personally when Liam said he wasn’t in love anymore and was going to start dating Sabrina. I usually don’t enjoy dramas that involve another woman in the storyline (like the ex in the first book), but at least Sabrina was barely mentioned.
Something I did find disappointing, and the reason I rated this 3.5 stars instead of 4, is that the ending left me with a bitter taste. I understand why they had to separate since they were being toxic, but the fact that Margo was the one to face the consequences when she was the one who had suffered sexual and physical abuse for months… that was a huge no for me.
The fact that Liam asked for time at the hospital, when she was the one who, in my opinion, needed space to heal after all the abuse, felt unfair. During that time, Liam should’ve been working on completing the list to win her back.
I also wish there had been more closure regarding the parents. I had the same feeling with the first book. I think they should’ve clarified whether she cut ties with them, if they apologized, or something, haha.
On another note, I can’t wait to read Chris and Verina’s story! I’ve loved them since the first book, and I’m totally hoping Verina makes him grovel for the things he said in the locker room.
RESEÑA EN ESPAÑOL:
Para comenzar, desde un punto objetivo, la historia me gustó, pero tengo que admitir que mi favorito sigue siendo el primer libro. 🫶🏼
Al principio, la trama se me hizo un poco lenta (ya que comenzaba antes del primer libro). No sé por qué pensé que iba a empezar después, jaja. Pero entiendo que, cronológicamente, era necesario mostrar cómo comenzó todo.
Siento que el libro tuvo demasiada falta de comunicación, pero entiendo que esa era la intención, ya que eso es lo que desencadena toda la trama.
Como pareja, me gustaron, pero ya casi al final, Margo empezó a irritarme. Quería a Liam, pero luego de tenerlo le decía que fueran solo amigos (sentí que jugaba con él). Por esto, destaco que me gustó que él supiera poner límites, aunque no significa que no doliera. 💔 (Cuando lo escuchó hablar en el camerino, me destruyó. Yo, después de eso, no le hablo más, jaja).
P.D.: En esas escenas, lo único que me imaginaba era “One Last Time” de Ariana Grande sonando de fondo. 😖
No voy a negar que me dolió y lo tomé personal cuando Liam dijo que ya no estaba enamorado y que iba a salir con Sabrina. No me suelen gustar los dramas en los que hay otras mujeres involucradas en la trama (como en el primer libro con la ex), pero al menos Sabrina fue mencionada poco.
Algo que sí me pareció una falla, y la razón por la que le di 3.5 estrellas en lugar de 4, fue que el final me dejó una sensación agria. Entiendo que ambos se alejaran porque estaban siendo tóxicos, pero que ella tuviera que pagar las consecuencias cuando Margo fue quien sufrió abuso sexual y físico durante meses… eso fue un no rotundo para mí.
El hecho de que Liam le pidiera tiempo en el hospital, cuando literal ella era la que, a mi parecer, debió alejarse para sanar después de tanto abuso, me pareció injusto. En ese tiempo, Liam debió haber trabajado en las cosas de la lista para recuperarla.
También me hubiera gustado que se mencionara qué pasó con los padres. En el primer libro me quedé con esa misma sensación. Creo que se debió haber aclarado si cortaron lazos, pidieron disculpas o algo, jaja.
Por otro lado, ya quiero leer la historia de Chris y Verina. ¡Los amo desde el primer libro! Espero totalmente que Verina lo haga arrastrarse por las cosas que escuchó en el camerino.
October 12, 2025
3.5
I really liked the first book ❤️ and I’ve been waiting for the others to come out! 📚
I love this story and their friendship 🥰
I also can’t wait for Chris & Verina’s and Neil & Juliette’s books 😍
I’ve wanted their stories from the very beginning! ✨
I really liked the first book ❤️ and I’ve been waiting for the others to come out! 📚
I love this story and their friendship 🥰
I also can’t wait for Chris & Verina’s and Neil & Juliette’s books 😍
I’ve wanted their stories from the very beginning! ✨
February 10, 2025
4.25⭐️
This book was such a fun read! This book follows Margo and William and after a fun time in Greece, a good future was expected but it wasn't that. There is groveling, pinning, and so many ups and downs. The love that both of these characters have for each other is so strong and seeing the character growth with everyone was absolutely beautiful. The side characters were also amazing and I can't wait to read the next books in the series/ I wish there was a bit more communication with them but overall I love this series and I loved this book.
Favorite Quote:
“No Margo, we were more than I’ve ever experienced in my entire life.”
Special thanks to the author for giving me an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review
This book was such a fun read! This book follows Margo and William and after a fun time in Greece, a good future was expected but it wasn't that. There is groveling, pinning, and so many ups and downs. The love that both of these characters have for each other is so strong and seeing the character growth with everyone was absolutely beautiful. The side characters were also amazing and I can't wait to read the next books in the series/ I wish there was a bit more communication with them but overall I love this series and I loved this book.
Favorite Quote:
“No Margo, we were more than I’ve ever experienced in my entire life.”
Special thanks to the author for giving me an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review
March 3, 2025
I loved this book so much. I still think Adriana and Grayson are superior but Liam and Margo’s is so close. Margo and Liam’s relationship was so raw, with strong chemistry but also really bad miscommunication and that trope really bothers me but this story was so worth it. I hated Ben, and the way he treated Margo was disgusting and I wish Liam had figured it long before it got the point where she had been kidnapped but overall he was absolutely boyfriend but he just need to trust her more. I loved their relationship and story and I can’t wait for Chris and Verina’s next🥰🥰🥰
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 20, 2025
I loved the friendship between the characters and the found family trope—that alone made the book worth reading.
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