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Scoring Chances #3
Slew Foot
The last thing Rafael Moon needs is to fall in love with another teammate ...
Following a painful breakup, Rafe is looking forward to a fresh start in Boston, and he’s thrilled when he immediately clicks with his new D-partner, Mickey Krause.
Mickey’s smart, talented, and loves telling Rafe what to do. It feels good to have some structure and, finally, Rafe’s life is coming together on and off the ice.
As their friendship deepens, Rafe slowly realizes he’s falling for Mickey. Too bad he’s been down this road before. He knows exactly how badly it could end.
Roles are defined and tension smolders, but neither of them can stop their out-of-control feelings.
An independent perfectionist, Mickey’s had a rough season so far and he’s immediately smitten with Rafe’s sweet, earnest vibes.
Finally having someone who works well with him in the bedroom and beside him in a game has him hitting all his goals.
But when Mickey’s world is turned upside down following an altercation with Rafe’s ex, he’ll have to learn to let go and let someone else lead for once.
Their relationship and the team depend on it.
Following a painful breakup, Rafe is looking forward to a fresh start in Boston, and he’s thrilled when he immediately clicks with his new D-partner, Mickey Krause.
Mickey’s smart, talented, and loves telling Rafe what to do. It feels good to have some structure and, finally, Rafe’s life is coming together on and off the ice.
As their friendship deepens, Rafe slowly realizes he’s falling for Mickey. Too bad he’s been down this road before. He knows exactly how badly it could end.
Roles are defined and tension smolders, but neither of them can stop their out-of-control feelings.
An independent perfectionist, Mickey’s had a rough season so far and he’s immediately smitten with Rafe’s sweet, earnest vibes.
Finally having someone who works well with him in the bedroom and beside him in a game has him hitting all his goals.
But when Mickey’s world is turned upside down following an altercation with Rafe’s ex, he’ll have to learn to let go and let someone else lead for once.
Their relationship and the team depend on it.
500 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 19, 2025
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Brigham Vaughn
82 books779 followersBrigham Vaughn is on the adventure of a lifetime as a full-time writer. She devours books at an alarming rate and hasn’t let her short arms and long torso stop her from doing yoga. She makes a killer key lime pie, hates green peppers, and loves wine tasting tours. A collector of vintage Nancy Drew books and green glassware, she enjoys poking around in antique shops and refinishing thrift store furniture. An avid photographer, she dreams of traveling the world and she can’t wait to discover everything else life has to offer her.
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September 24, 2025
Really enjoyed this one!
Mickey's injury situation was super easy for me to empathise with because I regulary get BPPV, which has the same symptoms but a different cause. So, I totally understood the frustration Mickey was experiencing with the vertigo, and also the really annoying impact it has on your day to day life. Mickey's journey to recovery was really interesting to me though and I loved how yoga was used because it really does make such a difference.
Rafe was just so adorable! I loved how soft he was in personality when he's this huge defensive player. The way he just relaxes and feels so much joy being around Mickey was so adorable. I loved how thoughtful he was when Mickey was injured too.
I definitely got my hot chocolate maker out when I was reading this though because Mickey made me jealous 😂😂 plus my Black Forest hot chocolate was German so I was on brand for the story!
What I enjoyed the most though was the friendship between Mickey, Rafe and Tanner. It was an interesting living arrangement but Tanner definitely added that comedic relief that was needed with a fairly heavy storyline. Every time Tanner avoided household responsibility it had me giggling but I would totally hate it if I had to live with it myself 😂
I am looking forward to the next book with Graham and Thad, but to be completely honest what I most want is a book for Luke Crawford and Tanner! Luke has grown on me like a fungus and I really love his little snippets of wisdom and snark, and Tanner seems like he'd be a good match for him, but then there's Tanner's whole rivalry with Leif on the fringes so I don't know if I'll get the story I want 😂😂 I really do hope that Luke gets a story though because he's fast becoming my favourite character in the series.
Mickey's injury situation was super easy for me to empathise with because I regulary get BPPV, which has the same symptoms but a different cause. So, I totally understood the frustration Mickey was experiencing with the vertigo, and also the really annoying impact it has on your day to day life. Mickey's journey to recovery was really interesting to me though and I loved how yoga was used because it really does make such a difference.
Rafe was just so adorable! I loved how soft he was in personality when he's this huge defensive player. The way he just relaxes and feels so much joy being around Mickey was so adorable. I loved how thoughtful he was when Mickey was injured too.
I definitely got my hot chocolate maker out when I was reading this though because Mickey made me jealous 😂😂 plus my Black Forest hot chocolate was German so I was on brand for the story!
What I enjoyed the most though was the friendship between Mickey, Rafe and Tanner. It was an interesting living arrangement but Tanner definitely added that comedic relief that was needed with a fairly heavy storyline. Every time Tanner avoided household responsibility it had me giggling but I would totally hate it if I had to live with it myself 😂
I am looking forward to the next book with Graham and Thad, but to be completely honest what I most want is a book for Luke Crawford and Tanner! Luke has grown on me like a fungus and I really love his little snippets of wisdom and snark, and Tanner seems like he'd be a good match for him, but then there's Tanner's whole rivalry with Leif on the fringes so I don't know if I'll get the story I want 😂😂 I really do hope that Luke gets a story though because he's fast becoming my favourite character in the series.
October 25, 2025
B / 4 stars
Slew Foot is the third book in Brigham Vaughn’s Scoring Chances series featuring the lives and loves of the guys of the Boston Harriers hockey team. It’s not essential to have read the previous books in order to understand this one, but like most series of this type (where there’s a large-ish cast of teammates who are likely to pop up throughout), it’s probably a good idea to have read some of the preceeding books in order to have an idea of who is who, how they all relate to each other and to get a handle on the team dynamic.
The Harriers have been struggling for a while, but things have started to look up as their new manager’s style and commitment to building solid team relationships has begun to pay off on the ice. One of their most recent signings is rookie defenceman Mickey Krause, a talented player from Germany who works hard and has the potential to be the bedrock of the team’s defence, but who, despite his skill and dedication, just isn’t gelling well with any of the defensive partners brought in to play alongside him. The coaching staff have rotated a number of different players through the position in hopes of finding someone who will be a good fit, but so far – nada. Mickey needs someone with solid NHL experience to help bring out the best in him, and the guys they’ve tried out so far have all been too young and inexperienced. When manager Gavin Racine hears that Rafael Moon, long-time defenceman with the Minnesota Acorns, is looking for a trade, he opens a discussion; Rafe is a solid player who isn’t afraid to use his physicality to slow down opponents and Gavin admires his gritty, determined playing style. At twenty-nine, Rafe has several years of NHL experience under his belt and could be just what Mickey and the Harriers need.
Rafe expected to play for the Acorns for the rest of his career, but after his boyfriend – another player on the team – dumps him without actually telling him and then starts dating someone else Rafe decides he needs to make a fresh start elsewhere. When the offer comes from Boston, he jumps at it – and vows never to date a teammate ever again.
As is the way with last minute trades, Rafe barely has time to pack before heading to the airport, and his journey to Boston is far from an ideal one. Flight delays and cancellations see him arriving at the rink just hours before he’s due to step onto the ice for his new team – he’s dead on his feet, and just a bit nervous, but excited, too, to finally be free of all the messy feelings he’d been dealing with back in Minnesota.
Mickey Krause – nicknamed ‘Mouse’ – is quiet, likeable, even-tempered and gets along well with his teammates, but he’s struggling on the ice and knows he’s not been playing at his best. He’s well aware that management has become increasingly desperate to find a defence partner he can work with, so he’s almost praying that he and Rafe will have some instantaneous spark of chemistry on the ice – something to show that they’ll work well together – no matter how unlikely that is. But while the on ice spark has yet to be seen, a spark of another kind ignites the minute Mickey sees Rafe for the first time. Big, broad and with the sort of brooding good looks that conjure up completely inappropriate thoughts for a locker room, Rafe is all kinds of smoking hot and Mickey is instantly head-over-heels in lust.
Their first game as line-mates goes well, although their partnership is nothing to write home about – but still, there’s definite potential there, and over the coming weeks, Rafe and Mickey work hard on developing their on-ice relationship and defensive strategy, which soon starts to pay off. They have a great relationship off the ice, too, and have become fast friends even though that is doing nothing to help Mickey shake off his inconvenient attraction to Rafe – in fact, it’s getting stronger. He knows about Rafe’s break-up and that he doesn’t want to become involved with another teammate, but it doesn’t stop him wishing things were different, or that Rafe wasn’t such a genuinely nice guy. He’s funny and good-natured, and has become a permanent fixture at the apartment Mickey shares with teammate Tanner, often coming over for lunch or to play video games or watch movies or just hang out. When Tanner suggests Rafe should move in to their spare room it seems the obvious solution to Rafe’s housing situation – but while Mickey really likes Rafe, being around him even more than he is already could pose too much of a risk. His crush won’t go away and he doesn’t want to do something that could ruin their friendship – or their on-ice partnership.
Rafe settles in well with the Harriers and really likes his new teammates and the accepting atmosphere – although he can’t help being a little anxious about the fact that the team captain is living with the goalie and the GM is apparently dating one of the fitness coaches; his break-up created some awkwardness within the team dynamic in Minnesota and he’s worried about something similar happening in Boston. But the more he gets to know the guys, the more he can see they’re pretty solid and those concerns start to recede. Rafe likes Mickey a great deal, but isn’t worried about falling for him. Sure, he’s cute; he’s kind and fun and smart, but being demisexual means Rafe isn’t interested in hook-ups or flings, and in any case, he’s promised himself - no more dating teammates. Until it hits him some months later that he’s already moved past the stage of merely liking Mickey as a friend.
Mickey and Rafe are opposites in many ways, with Mickey’s quiet reserve a good contrast to Rafe’s more outgoing nature. As they realise that Rafe likes to feel useful, Mickey finds ways to provide the kind of structure Rafe needs while also challenging him. Rafe is described as something of a himbo although he’s far from dumb; he’s sweet and kind and ridiculously endearing, and their slow-burn romance is lovely with a good amount of steam as it emerges that Rafe rather likes Mickey’s tendency to tell him what to do, both on the ice and off it *wink*. I admit that Mickey’s immediate full-on mental drooling at the beginning was a bit over the top for my taste, but after that, the emphasis is more on their growing friendship while poor Mickey pines (I do love me some serious pining!) and tries hard to be the good friend and teammate Rafe so clearly needs. Later in the story when an incident during a game turns Mickey’s world upside down, Rafe gets to return the favour and is an absolute rock at a time when Mickey’s confidence is severely shaken and his future starts looking unsure. I liked the focus on mutual caring and support, the way they work together to find ways to develop physical intimacy that don’t always involve full-on sex, and the way they absolutely bring out the best in each other.
The author does a great job, as usual, with the banter and the team dynamics, and appears to be setting up an interesting unlikely couple for a future book. Slew Foot is a heartfelt, sexy, low-angst romance with a second-half plot twist that throws up some unexpected challenges for Mickey and Rafe to work their way through together. It’s long – it seems the usual page count for this author’s books is around 500 pages – but it didn’t feel long, which I count as a plus. If you’re following the Scoring Chances series, this is an enjoyable instalment; if you’re not but are a fan of hockey romances, it’s worth backtracking to Goaltender Interference to see where everything started out.
Slew Foot is the third book in Brigham Vaughn’s Scoring Chances series featuring the lives and loves of the guys of the Boston Harriers hockey team. It’s not essential to have read the previous books in order to understand this one, but like most series of this type (where there’s a large-ish cast of teammates who are likely to pop up throughout), it’s probably a good idea to have read some of the preceeding books in order to have an idea of who is who, how they all relate to each other and to get a handle on the team dynamic.
The Harriers have been struggling for a while, but things have started to look up as their new manager’s style and commitment to building solid team relationships has begun to pay off on the ice. One of their most recent signings is rookie defenceman Mickey Krause, a talented player from Germany who works hard and has the potential to be the bedrock of the team’s defence, but who, despite his skill and dedication, just isn’t gelling well with any of the defensive partners brought in to play alongside him. The coaching staff have rotated a number of different players through the position in hopes of finding someone who will be a good fit, but so far – nada. Mickey needs someone with solid NHL experience to help bring out the best in him, and the guys they’ve tried out so far have all been too young and inexperienced. When manager Gavin Racine hears that Rafael Moon, long-time defenceman with the Minnesota Acorns, is looking for a trade, he opens a discussion; Rafe is a solid player who isn’t afraid to use his physicality to slow down opponents and Gavin admires his gritty, determined playing style. At twenty-nine, Rafe has several years of NHL experience under his belt and could be just what Mickey and the Harriers need.
Rafe expected to play for the Acorns for the rest of his career, but after his boyfriend – another player on the team – dumps him without actually telling him and then starts dating someone else Rafe decides he needs to make a fresh start elsewhere. When the offer comes from Boston, he jumps at it – and vows never to date a teammate ever again.
As is the way with last minute trades, Rafe barely has time to pack before heading to the airport, and his journey to Boston is far from an ideal one. Flight delays and cancellations see him arriving at the rink just hours before he’s due to step onto the ice for his new team – he’s dead on his feet, and just a bit nervous, but excited, too, to finally be free of all the messy feelings he’d been dealing with back in Minnesota.
Mickey Krause – nicknamed ‘Mouse’ – is quiet, likeable, even-tempered and gets along well with his teammates, but he’s struggling on the ice and knows he’s not been playing at his best. He’s well aware that management has become increasingly desperate to find a defence partner he can work with, so he’s almost praying that he and Rafe will have some instantaneous spark of chemistry on the ice – something to show that they’ll work well together – no matter how unlikely that is. But while the on ice spark has yet to be seen, a spark of another kind ignites the minute Mickey sees Rafe for the first time. Big, broad and with the sort of brooding good looks that conjure up completely inappropriate thoughts for a locker room, Rafe is all kinds of smoking hot and Mickey is instantly head-over-heels in lust.
Their first game as line-mates goes well, although their partnership is nothing to write home about – but still, there’s definite potential there, and over the coming weeks, Rafe and Mickey work hard on developing their on-ice relationship and defensive strategy, which soon starts to pay off. They have a great relationship off the ice, too, and have become fast friends even though that is doing nothing to help Mickey shake off his inconvenient attraction to Rafe – in fact, it’s getting stronger. He knows about Rafe’s break-up and that he doesn’t want to become involved with another teammate, but it doesn’t stop him wishing things were different, or that Rafe wasn’t such a genuinely nice guy. He’s funny and good-natured, and has become a permanent fixture at the apartment Mickey shares with teammate Tanner, often coming over for lunch or to play video games or watch movies or just hang out. When Tanner suggests Rafe should move in to their spare room it seems the obvious solution to Rafe’s housing situation – but while Mickey really likes Rafe, being around him even more than he is already could pose too much of a risk. His crush won’t go away and he doesn’t want to do something that could ruin their friendship – or their on-ice partnership.
Rafe settles in well with the Harriers and really likes his new teammates and the accepting atmosphere – although he can’t help being a little anxious about the fact that the team captain is living with the goalie and the GM is apparently dating one of the fitness coaches; his break-up created some awkwardness within the team dynamic in Minnesota and he’s worried about something similar happening in Boston. But the more he gets to know the guys, the more he can see they’re pretty solid and those concerns start to recede. Rafe likes Mickey a great deal, but isn’t worried about falling for him. Sure, he’s cute; he’s kind and fun and smart, but being demisexual means Rafe isn’t interested in hook-ups or flings, and in any case, he’s promised himself - no more dating teammates. Until it hits him some months later that he’s already moved past the stage of merely liking Mickey as a friend.
Mickey and Rafe are opposites in many ways, with Mickey’s quiet reserve a good contrast to Rafe’s more outgoing nature. As they realise that Rafe likes to feel useful, Mickey finds ways to provide the kind of structure Rafe needs while also challenging him. Rafe is described as something of a himbo although he’s far from dumb; he’s sweet and kind and ridiculously endearing, and their slow-burn romance is lovely with a good amount of steam as it emerges that Rafe rather likes Mickey’s tendency to tell him what to do, both on the ice and off it *wink*. I admit that Mickey’s immediate full-on mental drooling at the beginning was a bit over the top for my taste, but after that, the emphasis is more on their growing friendship while poor Mickey pines (I do love me some serious pining!) and tries hard to be the good friend and teammate Rafe so clearly needs. Later in the story when an incident during a game turns Mickey’s world upside down, Rafe gets to return the favour and is an absolute rock at a time when Mickey’s confidence is severely shaken and his future starts looking unsure. I liked the focus on mutual caring and support, the way they work together to find ways to develop physical intimacy that don’t always involve full-on sex, and the way they absolutely bring out the best in each other.
The author does a great job, as usual, with the banter and the team dynamics, and appears to be setting up an interesting unlikely couple for a future book. Slew Foot is a heartfelt, sexy, low-angst romance with a second-half plot twist that throws up some unexpected challenges for Mickey and Rafe to work their way through together. It’s long – it seems the usual page count for this author’s books is around 500 pages – but it didn’t feel long, which I count as a plus. If you’re following the Scoring Chances series, this is an enjoyable instalment; if you’re not but are a fan of hockey romances, it’s worth backtracking to Goaltender Interference to see where everything started out.
September 27, 2025
4.5/5 ⭐
Slew Foot is the third book in Brigham Vaughn's Scoring Chances series. Although this series is a spin-off of her first two hockey romance ones (Rules of the Game and Relationship Goals) each book in the Scoring Chances series can be enjoyed as a complete standalone with no prior reading required. Although, it's definitely more fun with all the background stories! Here's what you can expect from Rafe and Mickey:
🏒 MM hockey romance
🏒 Third person dual point of view
🏒 Guaranteed happily ever after
🏒 Open door spice
🏒 Friends/roommates to lovers
🏒 Slow burn
🏒 Demisexual and bisexual representation
🏒 Hurt/comfort
🏒 Big himbo vibes
Ensure you review the content and trigger warnings to decide if this book is right for you. Note this list may be incomplete. Please take care of yourself while reading.
It's always a great day when Brigham Vaughn releases a new hockey romance, and Slew Foot of course exceeded my expectations! If you haven't read her work, you're definitely missing out! She's built this really cool hockey universe (that I low-key wish was real because they're all amazing) with lots of emotion, found family, some great hockey action, and of course all the steam. Mickey and Rafe were a lot of fun! I hope Brigham had a great time writing Rafe's himbo personality, because he was a lot of fun to read. He was so sweet and earnest, I instantly fell in love with him during that first New Year's Eve team event. Mickey was such an interesting character, and I loved his dynamic with Rafe. I'm always a sucker for when everyone else in the story realizes the two main characters are dating...except the characters themselves! This was certainly more of a slow burn, and it took Rafe and Mickey so much yearning to get themselves together. But once they were? They were so perfect for one another. I absolutely loved their relationship with the mild kink, as I think it suited them very well. Mickey really goes through it in this book, and their newfound relationship is tested almost right off the bat. Thankfully, they got a happily ever after but I enjoyed seeing them navigate Mickey's medical issues together.
The supporting cast of characters was great, as I've come to expect in Brigham's book! She's already started to set up the next book, Delayed Penalty : An M/M Hockey Romance, for us with some teasers of Thad and Graham at the end there, but I think she dropped some hints at further stories that I can't wait for. If Brigham's writing it, I'm going to be reading it. If you want to dive into a great hockey romance, look no further!
Slew Foot is the third book in Brigham Vaughn's Scoring Chances series. Although this series is a spin-off of her first two hockey romance ones (Rules of the Game and Relationship Goals) each book in the Scoring Chances series can be enjoyed as a complete standalone with no prior reading required. Although, it's definitely more fun with all the background stories! Here's what you can expect from Rafe and Mickey:
🏒 MM hockey romance
🏒 Third person dual point of view
🏒 Guaranteed happily ever after
🏒 Open door spice
🏒 Friends/roommates to lovers
🏒 Slow burn
🏒 Demisexual and bisexual representation
🏒 Hurt/comfort
🏒 Big himbo vibes
Ensure you review the content and trigger warnings to decide if this book is right for you. Note this list may be incomplete. Please take care of yourself while reading.
It's always a great day when Brigham Vaughn releases a new hockey romance, and Slew Foot of course exceeded my expectations! If you haven't read her work, you're definitely missing out! She's built this really cool hockey universe (that I low-key wish was real because they're all amazing) with lots of emotion, found family, some great hockey action, and of course all the steam. Mickey and Rafe were a lot of fun! I hope Brigham had a great time writing Rafe's himbo personality, because he was a lot of fun to read. He was so sweet and earnest, I instantly fell in love with him during that first New Year's Eve team event. Mickey was such an interesting character, and I loved his dynamic with Rafe. I'm always a sucker for when everyone else in the story realizes the two main characters are dating...except the characters themselves! This was certainly more of a slow burn, and it took Rafe and Mickey so much yearning to get themselves together. But once they were? They were so perfect for one another. I absolutely loved their relationship with the mild kink, as I think it suited them very well. Mickey really goes through it in this book, and their newfound relationship is tested almost right off the bat. Thankfully, they got a happily ever after but I enjoyed seeing them navigate Mickey's medical issues together.
The supporting cast of characters was great, as I've come to expect in Brigham's book! She's already started to set up the next book, Delayed Penalty : An M/M Hockey Romance, for us with some teasers of Thad and Graham at the end there, but I think she dropped some hints at further stories that I can't wait for. If Brigham's writing it, I'm going to be reading it. If you want to dive into a great hockey romance, look no further!
did-not-finish
September 20, 2025DNF @ 80% - I like long books. I like demi rep. I like slow build-up to relationships. But in this book, the build-up was just so boring. Nothing happened. There was no focus on much at all (e.g. SPORTS or even really relationship dynamics) during the agonisingly long lead-up. They were just sweet and they interacted with all the other characters from all the other books in not-particularly-interesting ways and they were sweet and they, you know, knit, because that's what enlightened ice hockey players in their twenties do in their spare time. And then the relationship started and the kink was sweet rather than kinky (so no reward for the effort of reading the first half of the book) and then they started telling other people about their kinky sex and this is the point I cannot read further.
September 25, 2025
Rating: 4.5
Steam: 3
PoV: dual, 3rd person
Genre: sport romance, MM
Tropes / tags: teammates, friends to lovers, hurt / comfort
Rafe and Mickey were so freaking cute together!
I really enjoyed the slow build between them, and while Mickey was quick to fall, Rafe needed a bit more time before he was ready to take the chance with Mickey. I loved the interactions between them and how cute they were together. They acted very couple-y right from the start, and Mickey was not very subtle about his feelings for Rafe.
Their dynamic was a lot of fun - both on the ice and in the bedroom. Rafe didn't mind at all that Mickey was bossy, and I loved his reactions to it. Their kink dynamic was very hot and I liked seeing them experiment together. Rafe could be a bit of a himbo, and it added some humour to the story. He was such a sweetheart though, and it just melted my heart to see this huge, tough defender being a total softie.
Slew Foot was a sweet slow burn romance, and I'm loving this series so far! It was great seeing Rafe and Mickey go from teammates to friends to lovers, as well as finding their sync on the ice. I loved being back with the team and I can't wait to see who else's story we're getting!
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I received an advanced copy of this book, and these are my honest thoughts and opinions.
Steam: 3
PoV: dual, 3rd person
Genre: sport romance, MM
Tropes / tags: teammates, friends to lovers, hurt / comfort
Rafe and Mickey were so freaking cute together!
I really enjoyed the slow build between them, and while Mickey was quick to fall, Rafe needed a bit more time before he was ready to take the chance with Mickey. I loved the interactions between them and how cute they were together. They acted very couple-y right from the start, and Mickey was not very subtle about his feelings for Rafe.
Their dynamic was a lot of fun - both on the ice and in the bedroom. Rafe didn't mind at all that Mickey was bossy, and I loved his reactions to it. Their kink dynamic was very hot and I liked seeing them experiment together. Rafe could be a bit of a himbo, and it added some humour to the story. He was such a sweetheart though, and it just melted my heart to see this huge, tough defender being a total softie.
Slew Foot was a sweet slow burn romance, and I'm loving this series so far! It was great seeing Rafe and Mickey go from teammates to friends to lovers, as well as finding their sync on the ice. I loved being back with the team and I can't wait to see who else's story we're getting!
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I received an advanced copy of this book, and these are my honest thoughts and opinions.
September 28, 2025
I love this series
First off, Rafe getting his heart broke nearly broke me. His refusal to date another player has him and Mickey circling each other. Once they realize they need each other, it was fun to watch. And those sex scenes were hot! Loved the ending
First off, Rafe getting his heart broke nearly broke me. His refusal to date another player has him and Mickey circling each other. Once they realize they need each other, it was fun to watch. And those sex scenes were hot! Loved the ending
September 19, 2025
That's my new favourite trope, Hockey books.
This book, Mickey and Rafe are amazing together, a little bit of angst, some laughs with Tanner my fave character (please give him the best story ever, because he deserves it)
I still Love Gavin and Dakota so much, and that crazy Crawford...
Mickey's sickness broke my heart but all the help from Rafe and Tanner....amazing
Can't wait for the next book
This book, Mickey and Rafe are amazing together, a little bit of angst, some laughs with Tanner my fave character (please give him the best story ever, because he deserves it)
I still Love Gavin and Dakota so much, and that crazy Crawford...
Mickey's sickness broke my heart but all the help from Rafe and Tanner....amazing
Can't wait for the next book
September 18, 2025
Slew Foot by Brigham Vaughn is the 3rd book in her Scoring Chances series. I suggest you read the others first to get a sense of the team and the individual characters that play a part in this one. This story is about a hockey player that gets traded to another team after a bad breakup with his boyfriend and how, with a few ups and downs, he found love and a new family there. Rafael Moon was traded from the Minnesota Acorns to the Boston Harriers just after he broke up with the man who he thought he was in love with. They hadn’t communicated their feelings and it was bad when he found him cheating on him with a woman. What was worse was that his teammates took sides and that affected his game, so when he left, he made a promise to himself that he would never date a teammate again. After the nightmare of trying to make it to Boston he immediately had to play in a game and he was dead tired. But he did meet some of his teammates and one took care of him, especially after he had a few shots too many at the pub they went to after the game. That man was Mickey Krause, or Mouse. He was from Germany and this was his rookie year in the NHL. One of the reasons Rafe was brought to the team was to be in his other in their D-man pair. They had tried many others but they just didn’t seem to click and he was hopeful that this time they would. Mickey was a caretaker but he didn’t want others to take care of him, which would prove to be a problem later. He took a liking to Rafe and wanted to show him around and when they went to brunch at Catherine O’Shea’s he finds him feeling out of place. Mickey had felt that way when he first came to Boston so he hoped he could help Rafe. He thought he was big, earnest, and sweet and was attracted to him almost right away but Rafe had told him about his break-up and that he wasn’t going to get involved with teammates, so he knew he needed to limit his contact to team things. Mickey lived with Tanner, who is a total hoot with loud hook-ups, his inability to know how to help around the apartment, and his dry comments, and they started hanging around with Rafe; talking, eating together, and playing video games and watching TV. As they continued to play together things started to gel, especially when Mickey started telling Rafe what to do on the ice, and Rafe liked it. They spend so much time together that Tanner suggests that Rafe move in with them in their spare room. Mickey also agrees but Rafe senses that something is off but it is only because Mickey is so attracted to Rafe and is still trying to hold back. Rafe is demi so he has to warm up to partners and the more time he spends with Mickey the more he realizes that he is starting to be attracted to him. They talk and Rafe sees some interesting toys in Mickey’s nightstand drawer and is intrigued. But then Tanner gets sick, Rafe gets really sick, and so does Mickey. When they play Rafe’s old team there is an altercation between Logan, Rafe’s ex, and Mickey who gets hurt. And the hurt only worsens and doesn’t go away so everyone is concerned that Mickey might not be able to play hockey again. Rafe is so kind and sweet and by this time has fallen in love with him and all he wants to do is take care of him, but Mickey does not like that and seems to be pulling away. Mickey knows he loves Rafe so he talks to Gavin, the head of the Harriers, who tells him that he needs to talk to Rafe, become a team, and figure out how to work together and meet each other’s needs. He doesn’t have to do this alone. Then the doctor of the team talks to another doctor friend about Mickey’s symptoms and they may have a solution to his problem. Rafe found a present for him that nearly brought him to tears and they have a hot love scene and show their love for each other and luckily Mickey is able to play again. The Harriers are playing really well and are so close to making the playoffs and Gavin tells them that he never expected them to get this far this year and is so proud of what they are building knowing they can rely on each other and continuing to gow to have a great season next year. I really enjoyed this story. Rafe was coming off a bad situation and Mickey was there to pick him up. Their love grew slowly and Mickey was having a hard time keeping it in but once Rafe was ready, he was all in. Rafe was big and sweet and loved it when Mickey told him what to do, both on the ice and in other situations and when Mickey needed him the most, he was right there for him. Mickey wanted everything to work with Rafe, both on the ice and in a relationship and would do anything for him. Once they were together, they knew they would stay that way. Mickey’s health problems were quite concerning but luckily a way was found to solve them. Their friends and teammates were a big part of the story as were the hockey games they played. And the situation with Logan was always in the background with Rafe until it was resolved. I highly recommend this book, especially if you like slow burn stories about two men who have to work through some situations in order to find the love they both want, all with hockey playing in the background.
September 22, 2025
4.5 stars
In this third book of the Scoring Chances series we see love blossom between Mickey “Mouse” Krause and Rafe “Turtle” Moon.
Rafe has just been traded to the Boston Harriers after a painful breakup with his boyfriend and teammate Logan. The end of their story affected the whole team and Rafe needed to go away and have a clean slate.
Mickey has been with the Harries and, generally in the NHL, for a few months, but he hasn’t found the right defenseman partner despite various attempts of his Coach to pair him with different players. When Rafe arrives to the team, he and Mickey hit off almost immediately.
As their friendship grows stronger, their performance on the ice improves too: they have a strong connection, a very good dynamic where Mickey is more bossy and Rafe feels comfortable in having him calling the shots.
Physical attraction grows too, but while Mickey is more than ready to start a relationship, Rafe is more guarded and the scars of what happened with Logan and the team are still too fresh.
I completely adored the first part of the book when they’re utterly enthralled by each other: their feelings are overwhelming, they keep gravitating around one another and they spontaneously behave like boyfriends all the time. I loved that they shared an apartment with Tanner, his obnoxious presence made things hilarious and lighter and, sometimes, he gave them the push they needed.
Rafe and Mickey’s sexual relationship made this story more kinky than the previous ones: Mickey’s bossy side was not confined on the ice, but it was very much present in the bedroom too. While theirs was not a Dom/sub kind of relationship, he’s definitely predominant and Rafe feels completely at ease by letting Mickey take care of him.
I found the part about Mickey’s injury very well handled by the author: I love how she described all the challenges and the difficulties that they had to face while navigating the early stage of their relationship. Instead of living a honeymoon phase, they had to deal with Mickey’s constant pain, they went from enjoying their first sexual experience together to suddenly not being able to be intimate and having to find another way to stay together and not let Mickey’s injuries affect their dynamic.
I adored that they leaned on their teammates and friends to seek help.
What prevented me from giving five full stars:
I needed a bit more from the epilogue.
Next book will be about Thad and Graham and I’m so very ready for it. I wanted an HEA for Thad since his story was hinted in the second book.
I received an ARC of this book from Neon Rainbow and this is my honest review.
In this third book of the Scoring Chances series we see love blossom between Mickey “Mouse” Krause and Rafe “Turtle” Moon.
Rafe has just been traded to the Boston Harriers after a painful breakup with his boyfriend and teammate Logan. The end of their story affected the whole team and Rafe needed to go away and have a clean slate.
Mickey has been with the Harries and, generally in the NHL, for a few months, but he hasn’t found the right defenseman partner despite various attempts of his Coach to pair him with different players. When Rafe arrives to the team, he and Mickey hit off almost immediately.
As their friendship grows stronger, their performance on the ice improves too: they have a strong connection, a very good dynamic where Mickey is more bossy and Rafe feels comfortable in having him calling the shots.
Physical attraction grows too, but while Mickey is more than ready to start a relationship, Rafe is more guarded and the scars of what happened with Logan and the team are still too fresh.
I completely adored the first part of the book when they’re utterly enthralled by each other: their feelings are overwhelming, they keep gravitating around one another and they spontaneously behave like boyfriends all the time. I loved that they shared an apartment with Tanner, his obnoxious presence made things hilarious and lighter and, sometimes, he gave them the push they needed.
Rafe and Mickey’s sexual relationship made this story more kinky than the previous ones: Mickey’s bossy side was not confined on the ice, but it was very much present in the bedroom too. While theirs was not a Dom/sub kind of relationship, he’s definitely predominant and Rafe feels completely at ease by letting Mickey take care of him.
I found the part about Mickey’s injury very well handled by the author: I love how she described all the challenges and the difficulties that they had to face while navigating the early stage of their relationship. Instead of living a honeymoon phase, they had to deal with Mickey’s constant pain, they went from enjoying their first sexual experience together to suddenly not being able to be intimate and having to find another way to stay together and not let Mickey’s injuries affect their dynamic.
I adored that they leaned on their teammates and friends to seek help.
What prevented me from giving five full stars:
I needed a bit more from the epilogue.
Next book will be about Thad and Graham and I’m so very ready for it. I wanted an HEA for Thad since his story was hinted in the second book.
I received an ARC of this book from Neon Rainbow and this is my honest review.
September 18, 2025
4.5 stars
Rafe has gone through a bad breakup with a teammate, and so an offer to move to Boston for the Harriers seems like perfect timing. He’s a bit quiet, lost, messy, and lonely. He just wants to fit in and play good hockey.
Mickey is a German rookie and has had trouble finding a defensive teammate that matches him on the ice so Rafe will be his new D partner. He can also be a bit quiet, but he also is a perfectionist and has a bossy side. But he is friendly, a team player, and really just wants to do his best.
There’s an immediate attraction that they know is a bad idea, and realize that they should focus on building a new friendship and partnership on the ice. Rafe has seen what happens when dating a teammate goes bad. And Mickey is still trying to prove himself as well.
These two guys were just so sweet and caring. My heart hurt for them, especially Mickey as he had this crush and he just didn’t know what to do about it. And Rafe is such an oblivious himbo until he finally starts to figure out even where he’s at. Their slow-burn attraction made a lot of sense for these two.
They are compatible on and off the ice, although they sometimes lack a bit of communication. I loved their dynamic and how Rafe took Mickey's direction and let him lead him in ways so that they both thrived. And just as things were starting to come together, different challenges happened that they didn’t see coming. The way that they struggled, but also grew together through these challenges, and the depth of their care and support of each other are what made them such a wonderful couple. But it is not an easy situation.
I also loved the found family aspect of this team and how they made Rafe and Mickey feel welcome. Their party boy, roommate, Tanner, really kept these two on their toes. I can’t wait for more in this series, and I’m already intrigued by more possible couples.
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Rafe has gone through a bad breakup with a teammate, and so an offer to move to Boston for the Harriers seems like perfect timing. He’s a bit quiet, lost, messy, and lonely. He just wants to fit in and play good hockey.
Mickey is a German rookie and has had trouble finding a defensive teammate that matches him on the ice so Rafe will be his new D partner. He can also be a bit quiet, but he also is a perfectionist and has a bossy side. But he is friendly, a team player, and really just wants to do his best.
There’s an immediate attraction that they know is a bad idea, and realize that they should focus on building a new friendship and partnership on the ice. Rafe has seen what happens when dating a teammate goes bad. And Mickey is still trying to prove himself as well.
These two guys were just so sweet and caring. My heart hurt for them, especially Mickey as he had this crush and he just didn’t know what to do about it. And Rafe is such an oblivious himbo until he finally starts to figure out even where he’s at. Their slow-burn attraction made a lot of sense for these two.
They are compatible on and off the ice, although they sometimes lack a bit of communication. I loved their dynamic and how Rafe took Mickey's direction and let him lead him in ways so that they both thrived. And just as things were starting to come together, different challenges happened that they didn’t see coming. The way that they struggled, but also grew together through these challenges, and the depth of their care and support of each other are what made them such a wonderful couple. But it is not an easy situation.
I also loved the found family aspect of this team and how they made Rafe and Mickey feel welcome. Their party boy, roommate, Tanner, really kept these two on their toes. I can’t wait for more in this series, and I’m already intrigued by more possible couples.
December 11, 2025
🎧 Audiobook Review 🎧
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️(⭐️) 4,5
Performance: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️️
Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Slew Foot” is the third volume in the “Scoring Chances” series. This volume can be read as a standalone, but I recommend reading the books in order, as this allows you to get to know the team members a little better and understand the team dynamics more fully.
This time, the focus is on Mickey, a young defender from Germany. He is ambitious, works hard, and I liked him from the start. He is very even-tempered and rather quiet, and he gets along well with his teammates. I thought it was very cute that the author incorporated a few German words into the story. Mickey is still struggling with his position on the team and finding a partner who clicks with him on the ice. And when Rafe, an experienced defenseman, joins the team, there may be a chance that these two will work well together on the ice and secure the Harriers' defense.
Rafe left his previous team because of a failed relationship with his ex to make a fresh start with the Harriers. But one thing is clear: from now on, teammates are off limits for him, he has sworn to himself. When Mickey and Rafe meet for the first time, Mickey suddenly finds himself struggling with Rafe's charisma in the locker room, because Rafe is damn hot in Mickey's eyes.
Rafe seems a little clumsy, but he's absolutely adorable. You just have to like these two! The love story is slow burn. The two get along well, but Mickey tries to hide his crush on Rafe. At first, they are friends and roommates, and even though things progress slowly between them, it was a pleasure to listen to the audiobook. There is some drama, and it was nice to see how Rafe supports Mickey and is there for him. And somehow, everyone else noticed what was going on between the two of them before they did.
I found the story interesting and entertaining, there is a slight fetish, great characters, and great chemistry between the protagonists. I was happy to see some of the secondary characters again.
“Slew Foot” is wonderfully written and offers a heartwarming and lighthearted love story with a couple who master unforeseen challenges brilliantly.
As always, James Edward Jones did a great job narrating this audiobook. He gave the protagonists fitting voices and also conveyed the emotions superbly, and I was able to follow him well.
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️(⭐️) 4,5
Performance: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️️
Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Slew Foot” is the third volume in the “Scoring Chances” series. This volume can be read as a standalone, but I recommend reading the books in order, as this allows you to get to know the team members a little better and understand the team dynamics more fully.
This time, the focus is on Mickey, a young defender from Germany. He is ambitious, works hard, and I liked him from the start. He is very even-tempered and rather quiet, and he gets along well with his teammates. I thought it was very cute that the author incorporated a few German words into the story. Mickey is still struggling with his position on the team and finding a partner who clicks with him on the ice. And when Rafe, an experienced defenseman, joins the team, there may be a chance that these two will work well together on the ice and secure the Harriers' defense.
Rafe left his previous team because of a failed relationship with his ex to make a fresh start with the Harriers. But one thing is clear: from now on, teammates are off limits for him, he has sworn to himself. When Mickey and Rafe meet for the first time, Mickey suddenly finds himself struggling with Rafe's charisma in the locker room, because Rafe is damn hot in Mickey's eyes.
Rafe seems a little clumsy, but he's absolutely adorable. You just have to like these two! The love story is slow burn. The two get along well, but Mickey tries to hide his crush on Rafe. At first, they are friends and roommates, and even though things progress slowly between them, it was a pleasure to listen to the audiobook. There is some drama, and it was nice to see how Rafe supports Mickey and is there for him. And somehow, everyone else noticed what was going on between the two of them before they did.
I found the story interesting and entertaining, there is a slight fetish, great characters, and great chemistry between the protagonists. I was happy to see some of the secondary characters again.
“Slew Foot” is wonderfully written and offers a heartwarming and lighthearted love story with a couple who master unforeseen challenges brilliantly.
As always, James Edward Jones did a great job narrating this audiobook. He gave the protagonists fitting voices and also conveyed the emotions superbly, and I was able to follow him well.
December 7, 2025
Audiobook: This is the 3rd book in the Scoring Chances (the Harriers) series by this author and my fave entry thus far! This a sweet, fairly low angst, teammates to lovers book telling the story of Mickey (aka Mouse) and Rafe (aka Turtle). They end up on the Harriers together when Rafe leaves his old MN team for the Boston team after a bad breakup with his boyfriend, who was also his teammate in MN. Rafe realizes that getting involved with teammates is probably not a great idea, but I love how slowly, Mickey ends up changing Rafe's mind, haha. Rafe is demi, so it takes awhile for him to feel attraction to people, so the slow burn here is very appropriate and feels natural. I loved how they first developed a friendship - these are some very sweet, lovely moments, such as discussing the difference between hot cocoa and hot chocolate or Mickey feeding Rafe or even telling him what to do on the ice. It turns out, Rafe responds really well to Mickey's assertive dominance on the ice....and elsewhere. Eventually this translates into the smut and there are some light BDSM elements that are hot. Also, Rafe is adorable and a bit of a himbo (which just makes him even more adorable)! Mickey won me over with his caretaking and possessive/protectiveness, especially when Rafe's ex makes an appearance or two. I really enjoyed this story! Tanner, their roommate, provided a lot of comic relief and I CANNOT wait for his book (Enemies to lovers maybe? please?). James Edward Jones did a lovely job narrating this book and keeping the characters' voices distinct. There were some places in the book that really touched me (tears!!!) and again, the narrator emoted well. His German accent gets an E for effort but it's not bad. I loved the bits of German culture/foods sprinkled in as they remind me of my family.
What to Expect:
*MM hockey romance
*German hockey player + NA hockey player
*teammates to lovers
*both MCs are 20s (~23yo)
*one MC is getting over an ex who was also a teammate
*demi-sexual rep
*slow burn
*light BDSM
*one MC is injured
*possessive/protective MC
*One MC is a great cook
*caretaker MC
*size difference
*hot chocolate
*plum cake
*lots of feelings
*cameos
*found family
*can't wait for Tanner's book!
*HEA
What to Expect:
*MM hockey romance
*German hockey player + NA hockey player
*teammates to lovers
*both MCs are 20s (~23yo)
*one MC is getting over an ex who was also a teammate
*demi-sexual rep
*slow burn
*light BDSM
*one MC is injured
*possessive/protective MC
*One MC is a great cook
*caretaker MC
*size difference
*hot chocolate
*plum cake
*lots of feelings
*cameos
*found family
*can't wait for Tanner's book!
*HEA
September 12, 2025
Slew Foot is the third book in the Scoring Chances series and can be read as a standalone.
I was feeling a bit hesitant going into this book because I saw the himbo trope, which isn’t my favourite, but I actually didn’t mind it in this case. I really liked both Mickey and Rafe and they definitely surprised me with their personalities.
Mickey aka “Mouse” is 23, but seems older than that with a quiet, thoughtful, steady, and bossy personality.
Rafe aka “Turtle” is 29, he’s a big sweetheart who is earnest but also kind of a mess to begin with. I loved that knitting was his hobby, it just suited his personality.
Mickey and Rafe’s relationship was definitely a slow burn, though with a lot of pining on Mickey’s side. The sex scenes were slightly kinkier in this book which isn’t really my thing, but I can see how it fit Mickey and Rafe.
The plot surprised me multiple times. I won’t spoil anything but I saw a lot of growth in both characters and their relationship, which convinced me they would be together forever. I really enjoyed how they learned to support and lean on each other. There was a particular event and the aftermath of it in this book that added more depth and emotion to the story for me, which I thought was great.
I did feel like initially there was a lot of comparing Rafe’s ex with Mickey, which I sort of get with the situation, but I was glad when it stopped doing that. The way the ex storyline resolved definitely kept me on my toes.
I loved the team and the Jesse and Connor moments.
The ending definitely shocked me and made me really excited for the next books in this series! I have theories for who Tanner, Luke (I am hoping he gets a book), Thad and Graham 👀 will end up with.
This book contains scenes with a
🏒 MM Hockey romance
🏠 Friends/ roommates to lovers
❤️🔥 Slow burn
🫶 Hurt/ comfort
🌈 Demi and Bi rep
Plot: 📚📚📚📚
Character rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Sexiness: 🔥🔥🔥
Feels: 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Writing style: 🖊🖊🖊🖊🖊
I was feeling a bit hesitant going into this book because I saw the himbo trope, which isn’t my favourite, but I actually didn’t mind it in this case. I really liked both Mickey and Rafe and they definitely surprised me with their personalities.
Mickey aka “Mouse” is 23, but seems older than that with a quiet, thoughtful, steady, and bossy personality.
Rafe aka “Turtle” is 29, he’s a big sweetheart who is earnest but also kind of a mess to begin with. I loved that knitting was his hobby, it just suited his personality.
Mickey and Rafe’s relationship was definitely a slow burn, though with a lot of pining on Mickey’s side. The sex scenes were slightly kinkier in this book which isn’t really my thing, but I can see how it fit Mickey and Rafe.
The plot surprised me multiple times. I won’t spoil anything but I saw a lot of growth in both characters and their relationship, which convinced me they would be together forever. I really enjoyed how they learned to support and lean on each other. There was a particular event and the aftermath of it in this book that added more depth and emotion to the story for me, which I thought was great.
I did feel like initially there was a lot of comparing Rafe’s ex with Mickey, which I sort of get with the situation, but I was glad when it stopped doing that. The way the ex storyline resolved definitely kept me on my toes.
I loved the team and the Jesse and Connor moments.
The ending definitely shocked me and made me really excited for the next books in this series! I have theories for who Tanner, Luke (I am hoping he gets a book), Thad and Graham 👀 will end up with.
This book contains scenes with a
🏒 MM Hockey romance
🏠 Friends/ roommates to lovers
❤️🔥 Slow burn
🫶 Hurt/ comfort
🌈 Demi and Bi rep
Plot: 📚📚📚📚
Character rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Sexiness: 🔥🔥🔥
Feels: 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Writing style: 🖊🖊🖊🖊🖊
September 27, 2025
SLEW FOOT is the third installment in the Scoring Chances series. It should be read in the order it was intended by the author but it can be read as a standalone.
Rafael Moon needed a trade after breaking up with his boyfriend/teammate. He needs a fresh start and swears off dating a teammate. The Harriers were willing to give him that fresh start that starts off as the longest day in history for Rafe. After hours of travel he has to play in a game that same night and he wants to get to know his new teammates so he agrees to go out. The exhaustion and alchohol have Rafe needing someone to look after him, Mickey steps up to be that person. Mickey Krause is in his rookie season and needing a Dline partner. Rafe loves how Mickey who is usually so quiet takes control of most things taking care of him on and off the ice. Rafe finds himself just a step behind on the ice until Mickey starts directing his every move, which Rafe follows without fail. Mickey likes to be a bit bossy in and out of the bedroom and can't help but notice how well Rafe follows instructions but knows nothing can happen between them. Mickey is having a hard time separating his attraction and friendship with Rafe after all the time they have been spending together. Tanner, Mickey's roommate, suggests Rafe just move into their apartment when Rafe couldn't find the perfect apartment. Mickey loves and hates the idea. Everything comes to a head when they play Rafe's old team and Rafe's ex Logan get into it with Mickey causing him to hit the ice hard. Rafe is devastated and wants to be there for Mickey which leads to feelings being discussed and they come to an an understanding they want to see what's there between them.
I loved seeing this two come together and realize they were perfect for each other. Mickey who was so quiet in every other book was so in his element when he was allowed to take control and take care of someone. Rafe had such a horrible breakup and was so hurt and afraid to move on but Mickey was the perfect person for him.
I can't wait for what comes next. I'm going to need Crawford's story ASAP!
I was given a free copy of this book to read and review for Neon Rainbow.
Rafael Moon needed a trade after breaking up with his boyfriend/teammate. He needs a fresh start and swears off dating a teammate. The Harriers were willing to give him that fresh start that starts off as the longest day in history for Rafe. After hours of travel he has to play in a game that same night and he wants to get to know his new teammates so he agrees to go out. The exhaustion and alchohol have Rafe needing someone to look after him, Mickey steps up to be that person. Mickey Krause is in his rookie season and needing a Dline partner. Rafe loves how Mickey who is usually so quiet takes control of most things taking care of him on and off the ice. Rafe finds himself just a step behind on the ice until Mickey starts directing his every move, which Rafe follows without fail. Mickey likes to be a bit bossy in and out of the bedroom and can't help but notice how well Rafe follows instructions but knows nothing can happen between them. Mickey is having a hard time separating his attraction and friendship with Rafe after all the time they have been spending together. Tanner, Mickey's roommate, suggests Rafe just move into their apartment when Rafe couldn't find the perfect apartment. Mickey loves and hates the idea. Everything comes to a head when they play Rafe's old team and Rafe's ex Logan get into it with Mickey causing him to hit the ice hard. Rafe is devastated and wants to be there for Mickey which leads to feelings being discussed and they come to an an understanding they want to see what's there between them.
I loved seeing this two come together and realize they were perfect for each other. Mickey who was so quiet in every other book was so in his element when he was allowed to take control and take care of someone. Rafe had such a horrible breakup and was so hurt and afraid to move on but Mickey was the perfect person for him.
I can't wait for what comes next. I'm going to need Crawford's story ASAP!
I was given a free copy of this book to read and review for Neon Rainbow.
December 10, 2025
M/M
Teammates
Sports romance
Hockey
Demi/Pan - both out
House mates
New friends to lovers
Hurt/comfort
Arc audio review
Story = 4.5 stars
Narration = 5 stars
This can be read as a standalone but I'd recommend reading the series in order to get familiar with Mickey. I really enjoyed his character even before this book and was looking forward to this one.
Rafael had a bad breakup with his teammate. Not wanting to work with him anymore, he agrees to be traded. He drops everything and moves to Boston to join their team.
This book was a little slow going in the first half but I enjoyed their conversations and friendship building. Especially with Rafe being Demi. They totally clicked from the start. The second half had me totally not wanting to stop listening.
I really enjoyed both of the MCs. As a fellow Demi I was sad for Rafe how he fell all in with his ex bestie and found out it was nothing to him, losing a bf and a best friend. I could see how he would want to swear off relationships with people he is close to. I loved how Mickey took him in right away to make him feel welcomed. They had great chemisty even before they got together.
This was an easy read with no relationship angst. There was lots of hurt/comfort which I love. It was low steam which suited the plot but there were some very steamy scenes and some mild kink. Overall I loved this book almost as much as the first book.
Once again the world building in this book was great. I love the team and staff and Mrs. O. I'm looking forward to reading Thads book which is next. However, Tanner really stole my heart in this. I feel like there is much more to him and I hope he gets a book soon.
I always love this narrator. They have a pleasant reading voice, he kept a good pace/flow and sounded age appropriate for the main characters. He expressed all the emotions really well and made it an enjoyable listening experience. He gave all the characters, even the side characters, distinct voices that suited them each perfectly, including Mickeys accent and it brought the story to life.
Teammates
Sports romance
Hockey
Demi/Pan - both out
House mates
New friends to lovers
Hurt/comfort
Arc audio review
Story = 4.5 stars
Narration = 5 stars
This can be read as a standalone but I'd recommend reading the series in order to get familiar with Mickey. I really enjoyed his character even before this book and was looking forward to this one.
Rafael had a bad breakup with his teammate. Not wanting to work with him anymore, he agrees to be traded. He drops everything and moves to Boston to join their team.
This book was a little slow going in the first half but I enjoyed their conversations and friendship building. Especially with Rafe being Demi. They totally clicked from the start. The second half had me totally not wanting to stop listening.
I really enjoyed both of the MCs. As a fellow Demi I was sad for Rafe how he fell all in with his ex bestie and found out it was nothing to him, losing a bf and a best friend. I could see how he would want to swear off relationships with people he is close to. I loved how Mickey took him in right away to make him feel welcomed. They had great chemisty even before they got together.
This was an easy read with no relationship angst. There was lots of hurt/comfort which I love. It was low steam which suited the plot but there were some very steamy scenes and some mild kink. Overall I loved this book almost as much as the first book.
Once again the world building in this book was great. I love the team and staff and Mrs. O. I'm looking forward to reading Thads book which is next. However, Tanner really stole my heart in this. I feel like there is much more to him and I hope he gets a book soon.
I always love this narrator. They have a pleasant reading voice, he kept a good pace/flow and sounded age appropriate for the main characters. He expressed all the emotions really well and made it an enjoyable listening experience. He gave all the characters, even the side characters, distinct voices that suited them each perfectly, including Mickeys accent and it brought the story to life.
December 12, 2025
New Review! Slew Foot (Scoring Chances #3) by @brighamvaughn as narrated by James Edward Jones
The way I was so frickin THIRSTY for this title. Absolutely UNREAL. And it was 👌🏻
And it IS soft! But also SP1cy but in a slow burn kinda way. Brigham does an amazing job of weaving Rafe’s demiseggusalness into the plot, and really builds up Rafe and Mickey’s friendship and roommate situation before anything gets hot and heavy and tbh it makes the reward all the sweeter.
So TL:DR
Rafe is the SWEETEST MOST LOVEABLE HIMBO TO EVER HIMB and truly a gentle giant (off Ice— on ice he is the Sasquatch of the north grr) and he is hurting from a terrible breakup with his boo on the Minnesota acorns and he puts in for a trade.
Well Boston is hurting and desperate for a talented d-man to work with their German rookie, Mickey and they make the trade. Upon arriving, Mickey takes in Rafe’s big Canadian himbo glory and soft demeanour and basically adopts him (NVM that he’d fugg him senseless if ever given the chance)
What Mickey doesn’t know is that Rafe won’t date a teammate ever again and he’s Demi so… he may never feel attracted to anyone ever again anyway… right? 🥺
But they click. In an odd way, because Rafe is hapless on and off the ice and despite the age difference Mickey jumps in with an authoritative tone to guide him in all things: positional pläy, meals, wake up calls, hydration, seats on the plane… it just becomes habit and they both *like it*
Soon it becomes an open to secret to everyone but them that there’s something between them that’s more than friendship and cue the panic. But it’s only a little bit of panic because they’re friends. Special friends. And neither can imagine themselves without the other.
So their courtship is so wholesome and pure, saving each other, taking care of each other and taking major leaps of faith in making their relationship physical and real. Add in cameos and found family and this is such a beautiful read.
James nails all the characters and makes it a stunning listen (as usual!)
5 stars
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The way I was so frickin THIRSTY for this title. Absolutely UNREAL. And it was 👌🏻
And it IS soft! But also SP1cy but in a slow burn kinda way. Brigham does an amazing job of weaving Rafe’s demiseggusalness into the plot, and really builds up Rafe and Mickey’s friendship and roommate situation before anything gets hot and heavy and tbh it makes the reward all the sweeter.
So TL:DR
Rafe is the SWEETEST MOST LOVEABLE HIMBO TO EVER HIMB and truly a gentle giant (off Ice— on ice he is the Sasquatch of the north grr) and he is hurting from a terrible breakup with his boo on the Minnesota acorns and he puts in for a trade.
Well Boston is hurting and desperate for a talented d-man to work with their German rookie, Mickey and they make the trade. Upon arriving, Mickey takes in Rafe’s big Canadian himbo glory and soft demeanour and basically adopts him (NVM that he’d fugg him senseless if ever given the chance)
What Mickey doesn’t know is that Rafe won’t date a teammate ever again and he’s Demi so… he may never feel attracted to anyone ever again anyway… right? 🥺
But they click. In an odd way, because Rafe is hapless on and off the ice and despite the age difference Mickey jumps in with an authoritative tone to guide him in all things: positional pläy, meals, wake up calls, hydration, seats on the plane… it just becomes habit and they both *like it*
Soon it becomes an open to secret to everyone but them that there’s something between them that’s more than friendship and cue the panic. But it’s only a little bit of panic because they’re friends. Special friends. And neither can imagine themselves without the other.
So their courtship is so wholesome and pure, saving each other, taking care of each other and taking major leaps of faith in making their relationship physical and real. Add in cameos and found family and this is such a beautiful read.
James nails all the characters and makes it a stunning listen (as usual!)
5 stars
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
September 25, 2025
Slew Foot is the third book in the Scoring Chances series, and while you can read it on its own, I would vote for reading them all because they you do not want to miss out. (Connor and Jessie ❤️) 😉
Well, this book focuses on Mickey “Mouse” Krause and Rafe “Turtle” Moon...and these two really surprised me in the best ways. Mickey feels older than his age. He’s steady, thoughtful, and a little bossy (which really suits him). Rafe is the complete opposite. He is this big, tough defensive player on the ice, but off the ice he is a big-hearted sweetheart….a little messy at first, but completely lovable. And I was both surprised and delighted to find out his hobby is knitting!
This is very much a slow burn (with Mickey doing most of the pining early on...poor Mickey 😅). But that really works here. And not just because Rafe is demisexual, but also because their relationship develops so naturally. They connect as friends and teammates first, which makes it feel inevitable that things would turn into more. Of course, Rafe is a little more cautious thanks to past heartbreak, so it takes patience (for both Mickey and us as readers) before they really get there, but that’s ok….they get there. 😉
I also loved their dynamic with Tanner...another chaos gremlin on the team (Jessie being the first ❤️). Tanner brought plenty of humour, but he also has this way of nudging Mickey and Rafe closer together...which sometimes was needed.
As always, Brigham doesn’t shy away from (heavier) emotional side of things, especially when it comes to Mickey’s medical struggles. Instead of an easy honeymoon stage, Mickey and Rafe have to figure out how to deal with pain and setbacks, and the way these struggles impact their intimacy. I really liked how we see them working through it not just together, but also individually. I really loved how they found new ways to connect and support each other.
In the end, this is a sweet, slow-burn romance with some laugh-out-loud moments, a touch of angst, and some real emotional depth. I closed the book already excited for the next one!
I received a copy of this book from Neon Rainbow Reviews, and this is my unbiased review.
Well, this book focuses on Mickey “Mouse” Krause and Rafe “Turtle” Moon...and these two really surprised me in the best ways. Mickey feels older than his age. He’s steady, thoughtful, and a little bossy (which really suits him). Rafe is the complete opposite. He is this big, tough defensive player on the ice, but off the ice he is a big-hearted sweetheart….a little messy at first, but completely lovable. And I was both surprised and delighted to find out his hobby is knitting!
This is very much a slow burn (with Mickey doing most of the pining early on...poor Mickey 😅). But that really works here. And not just because Rafe is demisexual, but also because their relationship develops so naturally. They connect as friends and teammates first, which makes it feel inevitable that things would turn into more. Of course, Rafe is a little more cautious thanks to past heartbreak, so it takes patience (for both Mickey and us as readers) before they really get there, but that’s ok….they get there. 😉
I also loved their dynamic with Tanner...another chaos gremlin on the team (Jessie being the first ❤️). Tanner brought plenty of humour, but he also has this way of nudging Mickey and Rafe closer together...which sometimes was needed.
As always, Brigham doesn’t shy away from (heavier) emotional side of things, especially when it comes to Mickey’s medical struggles. Instead of an easy honeymoon stage, Mickey and Rafe have to figure out how to deal with pain and setbacks, and the way these struggles impact their intimacy. I really liked how we see them working through it not just together, but also individually. I really loved how they found new ways to connect and support each other.
In the end, this is a sweet, slow-burn romance with some laugh-out-loud moments, a touch of angst, and some real emotional depth. I closed the book already excited for the next one!
I received a copy of this book from Neon Rainbow Reviews, and this is my unbiased review.
September 26, 2025
This is book 3 in the Scoring Chances series and it can be enjoyed as a standalone read. But really you should read the entire series to fully understand all the team dynamics and relationships. This author has a real talent for writing small town and hockey stories. As this is a hockey story, you are in for treat. This is the story of Mickey “Mouse” Krause and Rafe “Turtle” Moon. Mickey is in his first year at the NHL. He is a defenseman for the Harriers. The coach has been trying to find the perfect D partner for him but they haven't found it yet. Rafe is a defensemen who has moved to Boston for a fresh start. He had a relationship with a teammate on his old team and it imploded on him and the team. Even though he wasn't the one that cheated, he is the one that left. And what a great decision that turns out to be. Mickey is a natural born care giver who loves to be in charge. Luckily Rafe is happy to let Mickey lead. The two click on and off the ice. As their friendship grows, their performance on the ice improves as well. This is their story. I really enjoyed this book. It is very well written and easy to read. I loved watching Rafe and Mickey's relationship grow. After his last relationship imploded and the impact that it had on the team and his life; it is easy to understand why Rafe was hesitant to get involved with a fellow teammate again. Luckily Mickey is a quality partner both on and off the ice for Rafe. I received a complementary advanced review copy of this book from the author and I am voluntarily leaving a review. I am looking forward to the next book in this series. With this author, you seriously can't go wrong with any of her books.
September 29, 2025
We're back with the Boston Harriers, and get ready for the sweetest of himbos and the quiet D-line partner who lives to boss him around!
The timeline of this book does somewhat overlap with the second book in this series, so if you've been reading in order, you'll recognize some scenes even if they are from our new characters' perspectives. Rafe is new to the team after a trade, needing a new start after his relationship with his previous teammate went sour. Mickey is a rookie from Germany, definitely in a playing slump and worried the team is going to give up on him.
This book has big "he falls first, but he (arguably) falls harder" vibes, which I love! Mickey is instantly attracted to his new D-partner, but tries to hide those feelings out of respect for all the things Rafe has been open about: Rafe's determination to not date another teammate, his need for friends, and the fact that Rafe is demisexual. Since he is demi, Rafe takes a little time to catch up, but he is all in when he does, and it's great! These two get into some mild kink (bondage, edging, light dom) and have some great times in the bedroom, even if it takes them awhile to get there.
This book also deals a lot with medical content, since one of our characters does get injured and deals with an injury. What I liked about this one is that they show the frustration and fear that comes with an uncertain diagnosis, how it can be tough on not just the person injured but the people who care about them, and that (sometimes) it can take medical teams awhile to get to the right answer.
This is another great hockey romance from this author, and I am excited for what comes next (which is very well set up in this book)!
CW: sexual content, mild kink, injury, medical content, hospital stay
The timeline of this book does somewhat overlap with the second book in this series, so if you've been reading in order, you'll recognize some scenes even if they are from our new characters' perspectives. Rafe is new to the team after a trade, needing a new start after his relationship with his previous teammate went sour. Mickey is a rookie from Germany, definitely in a playing slump and worried the team is going to give up on him.
This book has big "he falls first, but he (arguably) falls harder" vibes, which I love! Mickey is instantly attracted to his new D-partner, but tries to hide those feelings out of respect for all the things Rafe has been open about: Rafe's determination to not date another teammate, his need for friends, and the fact that Rafe is demisexual. Since he is demi, Rafe takes a little time to catch up, but he is all in when he does, and it's great! These two get into some mild kink (bondage, edging, light dom) and have some great times in the bedroom, even if it takes them awhile to get there.
This book also deals a lot with medical content, since one of our characters does get injured and deals with an injury. What I liked about this one is that they show the frustration and fear that comes with an uncertain diagnosis, how it can be tough on not just the person injured but the people who care about them, and that (sometimes) it can take medical teams awhile to get to the right answer.
This is another great hockey romance from this author, and I am excited for what comes next (which is very well set up in this book)!
CW: sexual content, mild kink, injury, medical content, hospital stay
September 21, 2025
I love Brigham Vaughn books and this one is such a sweet romance. I loved both Mickey and Rafe. They were each so sweet and caring of the other. Rafe Moon, a D-man hockey player, is traded to the Boston Harriers from his team in Minnesota and is happy to be leaving after a hear trenching breakup with a teammate. Mickey "Mouse" Krause is in his first year in the NHL and is from Germany. The team keeps trying to find a D-man who he gels with. When Raf shows up, at first they have some difficulty on the ice together until Mickey starts telling Rafe what to do. Unlike Mickey's prior partners, Rafe likes being told what to do. All Rafe wants is to play hockey and contribute to the team. He is determined to not date another teammate. Mickey is attracted to Rafe since Rafe ticks all the boxes on what he likes in a partner but respects Rafe's wishes especially since it takes time for Rafe to develop an attraction to a person. Rafe ends up moving in with Mickey and their other teammate Tanner. As the two live together and spend more time together on the ice, Rafe realizes that he is beginning to fall for Mickey. The two's romantic relationship is just starting when Micky is injured in a game by Rafe's ex. At first, Mickey seems fine, however, he soon begins to experience horrible ringing in his ears and vertigo and worries that he can't give Rafe what he needs in a relationship. I really loved how Rafe was determined to help Mickey and show him how much he cared for him. I really enjoyed them figuring out what exactly was going on with Mickey physically and him learning to accept help. Overall, this was a really sweet love story with two really likable MC's.
December 6, 2025
The hockey romance I was looking for (an audio review)
I’m a huge Brigham Vaughn fan and I’ve been breathlessly awaiting this book. I knew GM Gavin was securing Rafael Moon, a defenseman, from Minnesota. The poor guy was in love with a teammate who broke his heart. Day after day, he’s having to see his ex. It’s all too much. So when the Boston Harriers come knocking, Rafael is game to move to the new team.
So he heads to Boston and a fresh start. His D partner? Mickey. The German guy who is adapting well to playing pro hockey in America. He’s protective of Rafael and soon they become friends. Along with Mickey’s roommate who is also a player.
Soon, though, things change. Rafael moves into the third bedroom. The men spend even more time together. They finally admit feelings for each other. Most importantly, they take care of each other in a way that goes way beyond mere friendship.
But Rafael has sworn he won’t get involved with a teammate and Mickey has his own challenges to deal with. They finally want to be together, but it feels like the world is conspiring against them.
But this is a Brigham Vaughn romance so, along with the angst, I get the happily ever after. I will say Rafael’s gift to Mickey had me so moved and I loved the mild kink in their relationship. I had high hopes for the Harriers this season. The team is well into the rebuilding phase and under Gavin’s leadership, it’s going places. I’m also super excited when I look at whose book is coming next.
I’m a huge Brigham Vaughn fan and I’ve been breathlessly awaiting this book. I knew GM Gavin was securing Rafael Moon, a defenseman, from Minnesota. The poor guy was in love with a teammate who broke his heart. Day after day, he’s having to see his ex. It’s all too much. So when the Boston Harriers come knocking, Rafael is game to move to the new team.
So he heads to Boston and a fresh start. His D partner? Mickey. The German guy who is adapting well to playing pro hockey in America. He’s protective of Rafael and soon they become friends. Along with Mickey’s roommate who is also a player.
Soon, though, things change. Rafael moves into the third bedroom. The men spend even more time together. They finally admit feelings for each other. Most importantly, they take care of each other in a way that goes way beyond mere friendship.
But Rafael has sworn he won’t get involved with a teammate and Mickey has his own challenges to deal with. They finally want to be together, but it feels like the world is conspiring against them.
But this is a Brigham Vaughn romance so, along with the angst, I get the happily ever after. I will say Rafael’s gift to Mickey had me so moved and I loved the mild kink in their relationship. I had high hopes for the Harriers this season. The team is well into the rebuilding phase and under Gavin’s leadership, it’s going places. I’m also super excited when I look at whose book is coming next.
September 13, 2025
After a bad break up with his teammate, Rafe does the only thing he can. He gets himself traded to a new team. New team, new start. And he is determined to not to make the same mistakes he made. So no dating teammates. Mickey knows he is in trouble the moment Rafe steps into the room. His attraction to Rafe is instant and with them being D partners, it means they’ll be spending a lot of time together. And the more time they spend together on and off the ice, the more trouble Mickey seems to find himself. Because he is falling for sweet Rafe more and more every day. And when Rafe ends up being another roommate of him?Poor Mickey just can’t find a way to stop this crush. Especially when he knows Rafe doesn’t want to date a teammate again. But things start to change bit by bit as time goes on. And when Rafe finally acknowledges he has his own feelings for Mickey? Well, it’s only a matter of time before they finally do something about it. I adored this story! It was so fun and sweet. Mickey and Rafe were just so cute together. I loved their dynamic on and off the ice. And even when Mickey ends up going through something later on in the story, Rafe doesn’t leave his side. They were just so great together and I loved watching them fall harder for one another. Definitely another great story to this series! And it looks like we have some potential other couples on the horizon! I can’t wait to see who’s story we get next!
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
September 16, 2025
It took me a little while to really get into this story but as soon as I passed the 40% mark, I was totally invested.
After a bad break up with a teammate, Rafe vows to never date a team mate again. When things get worse in his old team he asks for a trade and joins the Boston Harriers where he's very kindly welcomed by his new teammates and his new D partner Mickey.
Mickey also isn't very long with the Harriers, he's had a few D partners before but never gelled well with them on the field. As soon as he meets Rafe, he knows he's in trouble. Rafe is everything he ever dream of in a partner, on and off the field. He knows however Rafe won't date team mates anymore so he suffers in silence.
When Mickey's roommate Tanner invites Rafe to move in with them however things change. Slowly Rafe starts to get feelings for Mickey too and when he finds out Mickey doesn't just like to be bossy on the ice but in the bedroom too, things really heat up.
This was a very, very slow burn but that's exactly what made the story so nice. I love how the relationship between Rafe and Mickey grew, how supportive they were of each other when things got hard. I loved the banter between the teammates and the suprises Brigham threw in the story.
All in all, Slew Foot was a great story and I can't wait to see who's getting his happy ending next.
**ARC kindly received from the author via Neon Rainbow Reviews. I'm leaving an honest review.*
After a bad break up with a teammate, Rafe vows to never date a team mate again. When things get worse in his old team he asks for a trade and joins the Boston Harriers where he's very kindly welcomed by his new teammates and his new D partner Mickey.
Mickey also isn't very long with the Harriers, he's had a few D partners before but never gelled well with them on the field. As soon as he meets Rafe, he knows he's in trouble. Rafe is everything he ever dream of in a partner, on and off the field. He knows however Rafe won't date team mates anymore so he suffers in silence.
When Mickey's roommate Tanner invites Rafe to move in with them however things change. Slowly Rafe starts to get feelings for Mickey too and when he finds out Mickey doesn't just like to be bossy on the ice but in the bedroom too, things really heat up.
This was a very, very slow burn but that's exactly what made the story so nice. I love how the relationship between Rafe and Mickey grew, how supportive they were of each other when things got hard. I loved the banter between the teammates and the suprises Brigham threw in the story.
All in all, Slew Foot was a great story and I can't wait to see who's getting his happy ending next.
**ARC kindly received from the author via Neon Rainbow Reviews. I'm leaving an honest review.*
November 21, 2025
🏒Slew Foot by @brighamvaughn
“The problem was, he was pretty sure he was in love with Mickey Krause.
Fuuuck.”
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🏒friends to lovers
🏒and they were roommates!
🏒hurt/comfort
🏒found family
🏒demi/bi rep
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🦦Labyrinth’s rating
⭐ 5
💧 3
🔥 3
Honestly, everytime I read one of Brigham’s books I think it can’t get better than this, and then the next one comes. Slew Foot definetly became my favourite of the bunch. I felt so many emotions reading it, I laughed, I cried, I pined with Mickey and felt all of their anxieties and worries, and I’m lowkey kinda glad I opted to sleep on the bus last week instead of reading this book becasue I’m not too sure I would have been able to contain all of my reactions. I think I liked this book so much becasue for once I could actually relate to a character. Being so close age-wise to Mickey, his inner dialogues were super relatable, and I definetly could relate to the struggles of his pain (i only get migraines so i can’t imagine adding ringing and dizyness to the mix, but theirs debilitating enough) and especially the linguistic struggles (tho on the other way around becasue I’m more comfortable expressing myself in English rather than my forest language). Honestly, a 10/10 read.
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“I want to be everything you need and not push you for anything more but Rafe … I can’t stop thinking about you. I can’t stop wanting you. And you’re sending me all these mixed messages and I can’t …”
“The problem was, he was pretty sure he was in love with Mickey Krause.
Fuuuck.”
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🏒friends to lovers
🏒and they were roommates!
🏒hurt/comfort
🏒found family
🏒demi/bi rep
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🦦Labyrinth’s rating
⭐ 5
💧 3
🔥 3
Honestly, everytime I read one of Brigham’s books I think it can’t get better than this, and then the next one comes. Slew Foot definetly became my favourite of the bunch. I felt so many emotions reading it, I laughed, I cried, I pined with Mickey and felt all of their anxieties and worries, and I’m lowkey kinda glad I opted to sleep on the bus last week instead of reading this book becasue I’m not too sure I would have been able to contain all of my reactions. I think I liked this book so much becasue for once I could actually relate to a character. Being so close age-wise to Mickey, his inner dialogues were super relatable, and I definetly could relate to the struggles of his pain (i only get migraines so i can’t imagine adding ringing and dizyness to the mix, but theirs debilitating enough) and especially the linguistic struggles (tho on the other way around becasue I’m more comfortable expressing myself in English rather than my forest language). Honestly, a 10/10 read.
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“I want to be everything you need and not push you for anything more but Rafe … I can’t stop thinking about you. I can’t stop wanting you. And you’re sending me all these mixed messages and I can’t …”
September 16, 2025
SLEW FOOT - BRIGHAM VAUGHN
This is book 3 in the Scoring Chances series, and like all Brigham Vaughn stories, one you won’t be able to put it down until you finish it!
Slew Foot begins with Rafe being traded to the Boston Harriers, and their introduction and welcome to the new defense man. The trip was full of delays, so unfortunately Rafe is not rested or at his best. Everyone is welcoming regardless, and Mickey has high hopes this will finally be the d-man he clicks with on the ice!
After a crazy few days, Rafe and Mickey have a chance to spend time together and start building a bond, and Tanner chimes in with an invite to come over and game with him. This eventually leads to Tanner asking Rafe if he wants to move in with him and Mickey, and once he agrees, the adventure begins.
There are some great side characters reappearing from previous books that will make you laugh out loud, and a lot of hockey to enhance the storyline, while Mickey and Rafe continue to bring out the best in each other while developing feelings beyond friendship for one another.
And because Brigham writes true to life, there are challenges and unexpected events that these men will need to overcome and work through together in order to find their way to their HEA. This author is always worth the read, and I look forward to seeing whose story is next!
This is book 3 in the Scoring Chances series, and like all Brigham Vaughn stories, one you won’t be able to put it down until you finish it!
Slew Foot begins with Rafe being traded to the Boston Harriers, and their introduction and welcome to the new defense man. The trip was full of delays, so unfortunately Rafe is not rested or at his best. Everyone is welcoming regardless, and Mickey has high hopes this will finally be the d-man he clicks with on the ice!
After a crazy few days, Rafe and Mickey have a chance to spend time together and start building a bond, and Tanner chimes in with an invite to come over and game with him. This eventually leads to Tanner asking Rafe if he wants to move in with him and Mickey, and once he agrees, the adventure begins.
There are some great side characters reappearing from previous books that will make you laugh out loud, and a lot of hockey to enhance the storyline, while Mickey and Rafe continue to bring out the best in each other while developing feelings beyond friendship for one another.
And because Brigham writes true to life, there are challenges and unexpected events that these men will need to overcome and work through together in order to find their way to their HEA. This author is always worth the read, and I look forward to seeing whose story is next!
September 20, 2025
This is book 3 in the Scoring Chances series but can be read as a standalone but if you like hockey romance I'd read them all. It's a great series. So far this is my favorite. Why?
A extra large, lovable himbo ( though I like golden retriever better)
The biggest guy is the little spoon.
Slow burn
The smallest of the two mcs is not really small either but he's really quiet....but he's the dominate one.
I adore all these characters.
The story has a very serious thing happen yet there is also a lightness. I guess Rafe's personality brings the slight humor and man oh man is he sweet. ( I want a Rafe...lol)
Tanner Rafe and Mickey's roommate and best friend is a riot!
Oh Mc 2 Mickey is German. I loved his bit of language issue ( I can't wait got the audio in this). He's the quiet, smaller if the 2 but not a little guy and the dominate.
Mickey is sweet too.
I adored these 2 together.
The only reason I gave a 4 was it was a bit slow and I felt repetitive at tge beginning just s little then picked up.
And a little personal thing...I read so much and another series I read has a lot of the same names like Asa that was another GM Logan the ex even Rafe and I got confused a couple times at the beginning but got it figured out.. (I didn't take off for that as it was strictly me but if you've read other series as well it could throw you off.)
Now bring on Tanner.
A extra large, lovable himbo ( though I like golden retriever better)
The biggest guy is the little spoon.
Slow burn
The smallest of the two mcs is not really small either but he's really quiet....but he's the dominate one.
I adore all these characters.
The story has a very serious thing happen yet there is also a lightness. I guess Rafe's personality brings the slight humor and man oh man is he sweet. ( I want a Rafe...lol)
Tanner Rafe and Mickey's roommate and best friend is a riot!
Oh Mc 2 Mickey is German. I loved his bit of language issue ( I can't wait got the audio in this). He's the quiet, smaller if the 2 but not a little guy and the dominate.
Mickey is sweet too.
I adored these 2 together.
The only reason I gave a 4 was it was a bit slow and I felt repetitive at tge beginning just s little then picked up.
And a little personal thing...I read so much and another series I read has a lot of the same names like Asa that was another GM Logan the ex even Rafe and I got confused a couple times at the beginning but got it figured out.. (I didn't take off for that as it was strictly me but if you've read other series as well it could throw you off.)
Now bring on Tanner.
September 17, 2025
Third in series (Scoring Chances), but can be read as a standalone. Teammates. Roommates. Demisexual and pansexual representations. Found family. Slow burn. Dual POV. Heed content warnings.
After Rafe asks for a trade to another hockey team due to the implosion of his relationship he vows never to date another teammate again, and then he meets Mickey. Finally a defensive partner Mickey might gel with, if only he wasn’t enormously attracted to Rafe, and keeping his distance doesn’t seem to be an option when Rafe follows instructions easily and looks like Mickey’s dream come true.
Another great hockey couple from Brigham Vaughn. Mickey and Rafe steadily build a friendship and partnership on the ice, and even though Mickey is attracted he absolutely honors Rafe’s wishes to remain friends. Both these characters are likable, with some fun supporting characters like their roommate and teammate Tanner, and some fun hockey with a team to root for. Sometimes the love is meant to be and nothing can stand in its way which is what I felt with Mickey and Rafe. This is a great series and I’m looking forward to more love matches with the Boston Harriers.
After Rafe asks for a trade to another hockey team due to the implosion of his relationship he vows never to date another teammate again, and then he meets Mickey. Finally a defensive partner Mickey might gel with, if only he wasn’t enormously attracted to Rafe, and keeping his distance doesn’t seem to be an option when Rafe follows instructions easily and looks like Mickey’s dream come true.
Another great hockey couple from Brigham Vaughn. Mickey and Rafe steadily build a friendship and partnership on the ice, and even though Mickey is attracted he absolutely honors Rafe’s wishes to remain friends. Both these characters are likable, with some fun supporting characters like their roommate and teammate Tanner, and some fun hockey with a team to root for. Sometimes the love is meant to be and nothing can stand in its way which is what I felt with Mickey and Rafe. This is a great series and I’m looking forward to more love matches with the Boston Harriers.
September 18, 2025
After a painful breakup with a former teammate, Rafe is determined to start fresh—new team, new rules, and most importantly, no dating teammates. But fate has other plans when he’s paired on defence with Mickey, whose instant attraction to Rafe spells trouble from the moment they meet.
Their partnership on the ice quickly spills into real life, especially when Rafe moves into Mickey’s shared home. The tension simmers as Mickey tries (and fails) to suppress his growing feelings, knowing Rafe’s vow to avoid romantic entanglements with teammates. Yet as they spend more time together, their bond deepens in ways neither can ignore.
What makes this story is the dynamic between Rafe and Mickey. Their connection is sweet, genuine, and full of quiet moments that build into something truly special. Even when Mickey faces personal challenges later in the book, Rafe’s unwavering support is perfect. Watching them fall for each other— moment by moment—just leaps of the page. Love Rafe's hobby of knitting.
If you love stories that blend sports, friendship, and romance with a dash of emotional depth, this is for you.
Their partnership on the ice quickly spills into real life, especially when Rafe moves into Mickey’s shared home. The tension simmers as Mickey tries (and fails) to suppress his growing feelings, knowing Rafe’s vow to avoid romantic entanglements with teammates. Yet as they spend more time together, their bond deepens in ways neither can ignore.
What makes this story is the dynamic between Rafe and Mickey. Their connection is sweet, genuine, and full of quiet moments that build into something truly special. Even when Mickey faces personal challenges later in the book, Rafe’s unwavering support is perfect. Watching them fall for each other— moment by moment—just leaps of the page. Love Rafe's hobby of knitting.
If you love stories that blend sports, friendship, and romance with a dash of emotional depth, this is for you.
September 19, 2025
At the end of Body Check, Rafael/Rafe Moon was traded to the Harriers, walking away from a nasty breakup which divided the team, Rafe was described as a bit of a himbo, wanting a fresh start, with his new mantra "don't date a teammate" all he wanted to do was play hockey.
Mickey a German rookie is Rafe's new D partner, a care giver who whilst quiet, had a bossy side to him. Taking upon himself to take Rafe under his wing, feelings start to grow.
This was such a good read, I loved Rafe and Mickey straightaway. Rafe had me laughing out loud with some of his comments, add Tanner into the mix and it was fun in that apartment. Watching Mickey and Rafe going from teammates, to friends then to lovers, I was smiling whilst I was reading it. Events on and off the ice whilst tested their relationship reenforced why they were so good for each other and I was tearing up at times.
Scenes involving the teams showed how close they all were and I loved the aww moments with Connor and Jesse. There is so many of the team that I want stories about I could see this series going for a long while and I hope we get more information about Lief.
Mickey a German rookie is Rafe's new D partner, a care giver who whilst quiet, had a bossy side to him. Taking upon himself to take Rafe under his wing, feelings start to grow.
This was such a good read, I loved Rafe and Mickey straightaway. Rafe had me laughing out loud with some of his comments, add Tanner into the mix and it was fun in that apartment. Watching Mickey and Rafe going from teammates, to friends then to lovers, I was smiling whilst I was reading it. Events on and off the ice whilst tested their relationship reenforced why they were so good for each other and I was tearing up at times.
Scenes involving the teams showed how close they all were and I loved the aww moments with Connor and Jesse. There is so many of the team that I want stories about I could see this series going for a long while and I hope we get more information about Lief.
September 25, 2025
Loved getting Mickey and Rafe’s story. Rafe comes to Boston for a change after getting his heartbroken and he and Mickey are working great together on the ice but Mickey has a massive crush on him and the last thing he wants is to make Rafe’s job harder. When Rafe begins hanging out with him and Tanner, his feelings grow and Tanner teases him until Rafe begins to notice and his own feelings show…
Reasons I Recommend:
1) Love the hockey world that Brigham Vaughn’s created
2) Rafe being from Windsor-area (tho I’m super curious where) made me smile love the hometown shoutout and
3) Mickey being adorably annoyed when he can’t take care of someone.
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Quote: Rafe opened his mouth to protest he and Mickey weren’t dating when he realized what his coach had actually said. “Uhh yeah, I will. Have a good night.”
“Good night, Moon.” He made a funny face. “That sounds odd, doesn’t it? I used to read the book to Leif when he was small.”
Rafe shrugged because he’d heard people say that for his whole life, practically. And yes, he’d read the book as a kid, but no, it wasn’t his favorite.
He had much more important things to worry about than some old children’s story anyway. He needed to check on Mickey.
He needed to see with his own eyes that he was okay.
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Reasons I Recommend:
1) Love the hockey world that Brigham Vaughn’s created
2) Rafe being from Windsor-area (tho I’m super curious where) made me smile love the hometown shoutout and
3) Mickey being adorably annoyed when he can’t take care of someone.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Quote: Rafe opened his mouth to protest he and Mickey weren’t dating when he realized what his coach had actually said. “Uhh yeah, I will. Have a good night.”
“Good night, Moon.” He made a funny face. “That sounds odd, doesn’t it? I used to read the book to Leif when he was small.”
Rafe shrugged because he’d heard people say that for his whole life, practically. And yes, he’d read the book as a kid, but no, it wasn’t his favorite.
He had much more important things to worry about than some old children’s story anyway. He needed to check on Mickey.
He needed to see with his own eyes that he was okay.
#briereads #brierecommends #2025goodreadsreadingchallenge #reviewedongoodreads #reviewedoninstagram #bookworm #lovetoread #idratherbereading #mmromance #fiction #scoringchancesseries #brighamvaughn #slewfoot @brighamvaughn
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