Breaking the Glass: A MFM Contemporary Cinderella Retelling College Hockey Romance

by Pru Schuyler

Breaking the Glass synopsis coming soon!

Genres: Why Choose, Hockey, Retellings, Contemporary, Found Family, College Romance

333 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 21, 2026

Reviews

[litlindseyreads · Rating 4 out of 5]

“𝘐𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘥𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘺? 𝘖𝘳 𝘥𝘪𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘵𝘸𝘰 𝘣𝘳𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴?”

𝓑𝓻𝓮𝓪𝓴𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓖𝓵𝓪𝓼𝓼 by Pru Schuyler
Available now!

I don’t always read hockey romances, but if I do they are normally (typically always) written by Pru Schuyler.

I was so excited to see the ARC opportunity for Breaking the Glass because I loved the two other HEAU books, Saving the Beast (Beauty and the Beast retelling) and Redeeming the Villain (Sleeping Beauty retelling). A Cinderella retelling that’s also MFM? Count me in.

Breaking the Glass was a great addition to this series. I love the found family that the players and the girls find with each other (and of course the appearances by the characters from the first two books). I also enjoyed the references to Cinderella placed throughout the story, and the spice with Asher and Dean was steamy.

Thank you so much to House of Hearts Lit and Pru Schuyler for the opportunity to ARC read!

Tropes:
-Cinderella retelling
-Why choose
-Hockey romance
-College setting
-Found family
-Forced proximity

[Meg · Rating 4 out of 5]

“𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙙𝙤𝙬𝙨.”

Breaking the Glass by Pru Schuyler
3.5☆

A sweet, little palate cleanser wrapped up in healing, found family, and hockey boys who fall HARD.

Cirella absolutely broke my heart at the start of this book. She’s spent so long surviving abuse and grief that she barely remembers what it feels like to actually live. But, watching her slowly find safety, confidence, and people who genuinely love her had me gushing.

Also, Asher and Dean had me immediately gone. The devotion to their mysterious girl was adorable. I really loved that this wasn’t about them rescuing her, but about helping her remember she deserved love and happiness all along.

“𝙒𝙚’𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚.”
“𝙒𝙝𝙤 𝙨𝙖𝙞𝙙 𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣?”

The found family vibes were definitely the best part for me—the team, the friends—it all gave the story this cozy, comforting energy even with the heavier themes woven throughout.

“𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙮 𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚, 𝙄 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙚𝙭𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩…𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙖 𝙙𝙤𝙪𝙗𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙮 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙.”

I DO wish we got more interactions between the main characters because I wanted to soak in their connection a little longer. And for a hockey romance, I definitely wanted WAY MORE hockey. Ya girl is down bad for the boy aquarium.

Short, cute, emotional, and easy to binge in one sitting. The perfect reset between some heavier reads.

*Thank you to Pru Schuyler for this arc opportunity.

[Madison · Rating 4 out of 5]

I adored this Cinderella retelling 🩵 . It was heartwarming and a unique take on a classic, yet still whimsical enough to feel like a fairytale.

Cirella has been broken down to a shell of a person who is trying so desperately to just survive. Enter our Prince Charming and knight in shining armour ❤️‍🔥Asher and Dean are absolutely smitten with their mystery princess from one magical night together.
We’re talking absolute goners, who would crawl on their hands and knees to find out who she is 😍

This story wasn’t about someone saving her, but finding a family who would love her, support her and stand by her to give her the strength to stand up for herself.

It was truly a wonderful story filled with emotion, magic and two protective golden retriever MMCs to die for 🩵

Thank you to Pru and House of Hearts Lit for the ARC.

[Kalexreads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved, loved, loved this Cinderellas MFM retelling!!! Cirella lost both of her parents and has been under the “care” of her stepmother for years. She finally sees a light at the end the tunnel. She’s working for the Kensingtons and is going to school. If her step monster can get Dean and Asher’s dad to marry her, she’ll give Cirella back control of her childhood home. Easy…until she meets them at a ball, and they all instantly click. They guys just want to help and take care of Cirella, but she’s worried about what could happen to all of them if she step monster gets wind of their feelings for each other. Spicy and fun twist on this fairytale. Loved it!!!

[jess sweetland · Rating 3 out of 5]

ARC provided by Pru Schuyler and House of Hearts

overall a cute story with all the classic makings of a cinderella retelling. happy ever after, evil stepmother, but also add in why choose and it’s like if cinderella and your fav smut novel had a baby.

[Belinda Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Breaking the Glass absolutely shattered my expectations in the best possible way. 🥹🏒✨ This MFM Cinderella retelling completely stole my heart and reminded me why I love fairytale retellings so much. It had all the magical Cinderella vibes I wanted, but with college hockey players, emotional depth, swoony romance, and a heroine I couldn’t stop rooting for.

Cirella’s story honestly broke my heart at times. After losing both of her parents, she’d spent years trapped under the control of her awful stepmother, constantly manipulated and emotionally blackmailed. Watching her slowly find hope again felt so emotional and rewarding. 🥺 She wasn’t written as some helpless girl waiting to be saved either. She was strong, hardworking, determined, and trying so desperately to build a future for herself through fashion school while surviving impossible circumstances. I loved her so much.

And then Dean and Asher entered the picture… and WOW. 😭💖 These men made me want to believe that good men really do exist. They were protective without being controlling, sweet without losing that teasing charm, and so deeply caring toward Cirella. The way they immediately wanted to help her, support her, and simply make her feel safe had my heart melting nonstop.

The chemistry between the three of them felt natural from the very beginning. The emotional connection, the tension, the softness, the loyalty—it all worked SO well together. Every interaction felt meaningful, and I loved how both Dean and Asher brought something different into Cirella’s life. Their relationship didn’t feel rushed or forced at all. It felt genuine, emotional, and completely addictive to read. 🏒✨

And honestly? The Cinderella retelling elements were PERFECT. The ball, the hidden identity vibes, the cruel stepmother, the impossible choices—it captured that fairytale magic while still feeling fresh and unique. Adding hockey players and motorcycle-riding rich boys into the mix somehow made everything even better. 🚨🏍️🏒 It was dramatic, emotional, fun, spicy, and impossible to put down.

This was one of those books where I kept saying “just one more chapter” and suddenly the entire book was over because I physically could not stop reading. The romance had me giggling and kicking my feet one minute, then getting emotional the next. I loved the balance between the heavier moments and the softer, comforting scenes.

✨ This book is perfect for fans of:
🏒 college hockey romance
👑 Cinderella retellings
💖 MFM romance
🏍️ protective motorcycle-riding MMCs
🎭 hidden identity vibes
💰 rich boys / poor girl dynamics
🖤 evil stepmother drama & blackmail
👗 fashion major FMC
🔥 emotional & spicy romance
✨ found safety, comfort, and love

Breaking the Glass felt magical, emotional, comforting, and completely addictive from beginning to end. I loved every second of this story and honestly didn’t want it to end. 💕🏒✨

Thank you so much to Pru Schuyler and House of Hearts Lit for the ARC opportunity. I’m so grateful I got the chance to read this one early!

[Julie R. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The way I'm obsessed with these three and this Cinderella retelling!

Cirella is our FMC and she's being hidden in plain sight by her step-mother who, after her father passed away terrorized Cirella and has kept her tightly under her thumb with threats of destroying her childhood home if she doesn't comply. Asher and Dean are brothers who's father is now going to be marrying Cirella's stepmother following the loss of their mother not too long ago.

The two of them are star hockey players for Happily Ever After University and have aspirations of getting into professional hockey one day. However, their father has different goals for Dean as he wants him to carry on the family business, something Dean really does not want to do. Cirella works as a maid for Asher and Dean's father while attending college. Cirella also has an amazing talent as a fashion designer, something Adrianna uses to her advantage ALL time time!

Asher and Dean are both living in their grief from losing their mother and dealing with the fact that their father is moving on so fast, seemingly forgetting about her. This causes a rift between the 3 of them as their fathers once cheerful personality is replaced with a stoic and almost angry man.

No one knows her true identity or her connection to their future stepmother. On the eve of their engagement party, Cirella with the help of her best friend Jules and Jules' mother Myra, sneaks into the ball where she catches the attention of Asher and Dean but thanks to the masks required for the party, her identity was hidden. The guys are IMMEDIATELY enamored with her and set out on their mission to find her true identity.

As they all attend HEAU, they use their status to send out a blast text message for their mystery woman to meet them at their spot. Cirella hesitantly meets them and still keeps her identity hidden but exchanges number with them still keeping her identity secret. When they finally discover her identity (completely by accident) they learn more about her life and how she's been treated. Asher remembers the bruises he saw on her throat from Adrianna before her knew her true identity.

The three of them devise a plan to not only prevent their dad from marrying her stepmother, but also to get Cirella's house back and find out the truth about her father’s wishes.

The way these two absolutely dote on Cirella and care for her in every single way possible is absolutely heartwarming. The chemistry, spice and banter between the three of them is *chefs kiss*. The way that not only Asher, Dean, Jules and her mother want to help Cirella but Asher and Dean's friends help as well once they learn who she is and what has been done to her.

I thoroughly enjoyed this retelling and can't wait to see what’s next from Pru!

Thank you Pru Schuyler and House of Hearts Lit for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

[Skye Louise · Rating 4 out of 5]

The third entry into HEAU, we get a Cinderella retelling with a twist - Cirella snags herself a Knight and a Prince Charming!
This is an MFM book, with adopted brothers as the love interests.

Cirella grew up in a happy household when she was younger, being very close to her father. She had no idea they were even considered rich or 'royalty' growing up. Her father lived a simple life shielding her away from society and their claws. Protected her so much that when he passed away, she was left in the hands of her evil stepmother, and no one even knew of her existence. It was easy to threaten and hide her away with leverage over her parent's belongings and home.

Asher and Dean Kenisington are still grieving the loss of their mother recently passing when their father announces his new 'love' with Adrianna and their intent to marry. The boys are furious and hurt by their father, and they can't understand how he can move on so suddenly after losing their mother. Especially with Adrianna, who makes their skin crawl and sets them on edge. They just know there's something off about her.

A grand masquearade ball is thrown for Adrianna's proposal to Mr Kesington. Cirella is forced to go along with her plan to snare another rich man and marry him, her parent's house and cherished belongings used as leverage to keep her in line.

With the help of Myra and Jules, fellow servants of the Kensington household and fairy godmothers in the making, Cirella attends the ball dressed and masked as the secret princess she is. Cirella only wanted one nightof dancing, gowns, and fun before returning to her simple life until the deal with the devil was complete and she got her family home back. She certainly wasn't expecting to meet a Knight in shining armour or Prince Charming.

When the clock strikes midnight, the glass slippers are removed and Cirella is ushered away back to her servant life, clinging to the brief amount of happiness she received to get her through her days, because as much of a connection she felt with Dean and Asher, nothing can ever come of it. Not when her evil stepmother holds the very keys to her future happiness.

A cute retelling twist of Cinderella, including a mouse named Gus, fairy servant mothers, and an evil stepmother.
The gang make appearances and bring Cirella into the fold of their own found family, helping her realise that a house and belongings aren't what connects her to her parents. Their memories will live on within her.

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! This retelling was so unbelievably good! I already love a good retelling, but this one? It absolutely knocked it out of the park. The Cinderella vibes were PERFECTION—familiar enough to give you that magical fairytale feeling, but fresh and unique enough to feel like a completely new story all on its own.

Criella was such a fantastic FMC. I absolutely loved her. She had the perfect mix of strength, heart, vulnerability, and determination that made her impossible not to root for. She felt like such a well-developed character, and I loved getting to experience this retelling through her perspective. She wasn’t just a damsel waiting to be rescued—she had her own spark, her own voice, and that made the story even better.

And then there’s Asher and Dean. Ohhhh my goodness. These two were the perfect MMCs. If you’re going to give me a Cinderella-inspired story with hockey players as the knight/prince figures? I am immediately sold. And these two absolutely delivered. They each brought something unique to the story and to Criella’s life, and I loved the dynamics between all of them. The chemistry, the tension, the emotional moments—it all worked so incredibly well.

Asher and Dean had that perfect balance of protective, swoony, and completely lovable energy. They weren’t just there to be the romantic leads—they genuinely added so much depth to the story. Their connection with Criella felt meaningful, natural, and completely addictive to read.

And can we just talk about the fact that this is a retelling with hockey? Because honestly? That combination is chef’s kiss. It’s such a fun, creative spin on a classic story, and I loved every second of it.

This book grabbed me from the very first page and refused to let me go until the very end. It had that dangerous “just one more chapter” effect where suddenly you realize you’ve read the entire book in one sitting because there was absolutely no chance of putting it down.

The characters, the romance, the hockey vibes, the fairytale magic—it all came together perfectly. This was fun, emotional, addictive, and such a memorable read. I absolutely devoured it and loved every second.

[_a.court.of.books_ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Breaking The Glass is the third book in the HEAU Hockey Legends series by @pruschuyler and it follows the story of Cirella, Dean and Asher🩵

❓—> What is your favorite fairytale to read as a retelling? Let me know in the comments⬇️

📖: Cirella Chamberlain has spent her whole life hidden from Evermore’s elite, kept secret by the father who wanted her to choose her own future. But after his untimely death, her cruel stepmother took that freedom away. But one masquerade party changes everything.

Dean Kensington, the controlled, golden-boy hockey heir, and his charming younger brother Asher can’t forget the mysterious girl they shared one unforgettable night with. After Cirella vanishes, leaving the brothers without a word, they swear to find her at any cost.

The only problem? Cirella doesn’t want to be found. Not until the secrets threatening both her past and future are finally unmasked.

Review💕: This Cinderella retelling was absolutely brilliant and I loved every second of it. Pru keeps amazing me with every book she writes🥹 This one was impossible to put down and I finished it in less than 4 hours👀

Cirella was an amazing FMC. I loved her strength and her vulnerability at the same time. I especially adored her character growth, particularly toward the end when she didn’t hesitate to speak up for herself and her determination to fight for what had always been hers from the star.

Dean and Asher were the perfect fit for Cirella. The way they both cared so deeply for Cirella was beautiful and genuinely touching. And the motorcycles scenes?!?! FIRE🔥

I do wish there had been just a bit more character development for the boys, maybe with more insights into their individual backstory, but overall I still really enjoyed how the way the story turned out.

Thank you @houseofhearts for providing me with an eARC of Breaking Glass🩵

Love,
Sabina💗

[Alex Beisel · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ARC REVIEW

Breaking the Glass – @pruschuylerauthor
🗓 Release: May 21, 2026

This was such a sweet and heartwarming take on Cinderella with just enough spice, emotion, and fairytale magic woven through it. I absolutely loved this one.

Cirella has spent years feeling invisible after losing her parents and being trapped under Adrianna’s control. Watching her carry grief, fear, and self-doubt while still holding onto kindness made me want to reach through the pages and hug her. But what made this story shine was seeing her slowly step into the person she was always meant to be.

Enter Asher and Dean — our Prince Charming and knight in shining armor. I loved that this wasn’t a story about someone “saving” her, but about finding people who reminded her she deserved love, safety, and happiness all along. The chemistry between the three of them felt so natural and effortless, and I adored how quickly they just fit.

The found family in this book completely stole my heart too. Myra, Jules, the hockey team, and even little Gus, made this feel warm and comforting even through heavier moments surrounding grief, trauma, and mental health.

This story had healing, family, love, growth, and justice wrapped up in a beautiful fairytale retelling. By the end I had the biggest smile on my face and exactly the happily-ever-after.

✨ Tropes:
👑 Cinderella retelling
✨ Why choose
🏒 Hockey romance
🫶 Found family
💖 Mental health representation
🏠 Forced proximity
🩷 Healing & self-love journey

If you love soft fairytale touches with emotional depth and a couple of protective golden retriever/book boyfriend vibes mixed in, definitely add this one to your TBR.

Thanks to @pruschuylerauthor and @houseofheartslit for the gifted copy — all opinions are my own.🤍

[Kari · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nothing says it better than the dedication, “For those wanting to be claimed by two massive hockey players at the same time. Enjoy, Princess.”

Dean Kensington is the heir to the Kensington empire. He is serious and responsible. Asher Kensington feels deeply. He is playful, witty, and flirty. They are both adopted, play hockey, and are forming a found family with their hockey teammates. And they both were enchanted with Cirella at first sight.

One thing all the MMCs in the series so far share is how protective, possessive, and down bad they are for their FMCs. Dean and Asher are no exception. Their only problem is how do they find the beautiful woman in the blue mask?

Cirella is such a sweetheart. Once the daughter of two doting and loving parents, now stuck with an evil stepmother who has diminished. But with the help of her “fairy godmothers,” she gets to experience one night in the world she was meant to belong. Only the two men she met that night won’t let her hide in the shadows.

Ciri’s knows how to get under Dean and Asher’s skin. Whether that be by her wit, just by existing, or her very on-the-mark and honest observations. I loved seeing her sassier side come out with the boys. She makes the boys feel seen, whether they want to be or not. In return, Dean and Asher are fiercely protective of Ciri and determined to show her how much she means to them.

I can’t wait to see what Pru has in store next! I can honestly say I get caught up in the current love story to notice any Easter eggs for the next book, if there are any. Since Pru has shared who the next two MMCs will be, I now have a theory on what the next retelling will be, and I can’t wait to meet the next FMC.

Thanks to Pru Schuyler and House of Hearts for the gifted copy — all opinions are my own.

[Morgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pru Schuyler + a Fairytale Reimagining = MY FAVORITE! 🩵🐁🧵🪡

“We’re trying to be gentlemen here.”
“Who said I wanted gentlemen?”

HEAU Hockey Legends is one of my all time fave sports romance series. Fairytale retellings are so fun to read and with this one being a why choose situation I was a seriously happy reader!

“You’re so strong, so resilient, and so brave. We’re in awe of you, baby.”

Cirella deserves all the love and protection that her guys give her. Her evil stepmom had me fuming but the ending was really satisfying! All of the dark thoughts that Cirella had engrained in her mind were vanquished one by one by Dean and Asher.

“You’re a warrior, Ciri.”

Those guys were so head over skates obsessed with their ‘Princess’ before they ever even knew her name. They have hearts of gold and I loved them so much! (They also WORSHIPPED Cirella in and out of the bedroom!) 🤭

“Look at me, Princess. Eyes on me as I fill you up.”

Everyone is a little broken in this story so their road to healing and HEA was truly so special!

“You’re a force of nature drawing us in, and we want to be stuck to you forever.”

If you loved Cinderella, you will LOVE this story! Just imagine if Cinderella not only got her Prince Charming, but also the broody & dashing Knight! 🤭❤️‍🔥

Tropes:
❤️‍🔥 Why Choose
🩵 Cinderella Inspired/Reimagining
📖 College Romance
⛸️ Rich Hockey Players x Poor Maid
👀 Hidden Identity
🫶🏼 Found Family
❤️‍🩹 Everyone’s A Little Broken
🐁 Sweater Wearing Mouse Sidekick

[Claire Montgomery · Rating 4 out of 5]

4⭐

I was really looking forward to this book as I loved the first two books in this series and it didn't disappoint. The story wasn't at all like I expected it to be and I think that brought another level of enjoyment to it.

I expected Asher and Dean to be these bad boys who taunted Cirella but they weren't even remotely this way, they were incredibly sweet, gentlemanly and loyal. I found it refreshing how down to earth they both were considering the family they come from.
My heart ached for Cirella's story, I loved her growth throughout the book and the journey she went on for her happy ending.
The dynamic between the 3 of them was incredible honestly, they fit so perfectly, bounced off each other and it really was written so well. This book was different from the first couple and I love that Pru did that with this book.
I related the most with Asher thoughout this book, as a very emotional person myself and because I know what it's like to watch a person you love become a different person through grief and losing their most important person. I also related to Dean and his coping mechanism needing to be alone and in the dark, I always love when I can really relate with parts of a character it brings a deepness to the contention to the book.
The book had a lot of deep emotions and as always with a Pru book she did an amazing representation of abuse and coping with grief. I honestly can't recommend this series enough.

[Maxime Janssens · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 ⭐️ // 3🌶

This book is a modern retelling of the well-known cinderella fairytale. We follow Cirella, who is working for the Kensingtons in exchange for education at HEAU. As a creative soul, Cirella studies design and makes the most beautiful clothes. Her evil stepmom, Adrianna, is soon marrying the head of the Kensington family and made Cirella promise not to reveal her true identity.

After years of abuse and pestering, Cirella is afraid, small and lost all belief in herself and the world. But the end of this toxic relationship is almost over, when the wedding of Adrianna is done, she will at last sign the deed to Cirella's parental home over and she will finally be free.

However, when a magic night happens, Cirella meets the charasmatic, sweet and protecting Asher & Dean Kensington. She starts to form a new family, which is not only a remain of the past. The deeper she falls, the higher the stakes. Will she save this new household from the terror of Adrianna, or will she safe the last shred of her parents thats left?

The characters are all sweet, with a good amount of back story to give the story a genuine feeling. Adrianna is a true villain, the princes the true heroes. Schuylers writing is magical, bringing the most endearing characters alive. The side-kick mouse was a cherry on top!

This book is a non-traditional lovestory, in which a poly relationship is followed. However, this quote of the book perfectly described what I was feeling throughout the story:

"Seeing how much you both care about her makes me so happy. It's a situation I may noy fully understand, but I don't need too. As long as you guys are content, that's all that matters."

It was my first book of Schuyler, but I will definitely catch up on the previous 2 of the series. I would def recommend, with some notes, as I think it will not be for everyone due to the non-traditional setting.

"𝑨𝒅𝒗𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝒓𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘 𝒄𝒐𝒑𝒚" 𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒅 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒂𝒖𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒓 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒑𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒉𝒆𝒓, 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂 𝒓𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘 𝒗𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒚.

[Alana Bittersweet Chapters Aus · Rating 4 out of 5]

“You’re so strong, so resilient, and so brave. We’re in awe of you, baby.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
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Thanks to Pru Schuyler and House of Hearts for the gifted copy.

I was so excited to be accepted to ARC read this. MFM Cinderella Retelling…. Say Less!
I loved that this was not about someone swooping in to save her but showed the growth, strength and resilience of Cirella. The found family element was just so wholesome and them having her back was everything. This was my first fairytale retelling and won’t be ,h last.

QOTD: do you have a favourite Disney Princess or story?

Words that Linger:
🐭 “One kiss from each of us, and you’re already starved,” I tease her. “But if the lady insists, then my lips are yours.”

🐭 “But when it comes to you, there’s nothing I wouldn’t do.”

🐭 “Are you trying to play hard to get, Cirella? Because I hate to break it to you, but it’s way too late for that. You’re already ours.”

🐭 “You’re selfless. So goddamn beautiful. You’re the reason we’ve been staying afloat lately. You’re everything to us, Cirella.”

🐭 “I might be biased, but if it were up to us, there’d be a story named Cirella to inspire others to take control of their life the way you have. You’re a warrior, Ciri.

🩵Tropes:
🏒 college hockey
🏒 MFM Cinderella retelling
🏒 hidden identity
🏒 evil stepmother/blackmail
🏒 filthy rich boys/poor girl
🏒 fashion major fmc
🏒 motorcycle mmcs

[Bookmom1213 · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a fun and emotional modern retelling of Cinderella that completely swept me away.
Cirella's story broke my heart from the very beginning. After losing her mother at a young age, she was raised in secret by a father who believed he was protecting her freedom. When he passed away, everything changed. Her stepmother didn't just take away her independence—she spent years tearing down Cirella's confidence with cruel words and emotional abuse until Cirella began believing the lies herself.
Now attending college and working as a housekeeper in the Kingston family home, Cirella is determined to build a better future for herself. Her dream of becoming a fashion designer keeps her moving forward, even when life continues to throw obstacles in her path. When her stepmother becomes engaged to Mr. Kingston and a masquerade ball is planned to celebrate, a little help from a friend gives Cirella the chance to attend secretly.
One chance encounter changes everything.
A moment outside for fresh air leads her to Dean and Asher Kingston. Dean, the future heir to the family empire, has spent his entire life hiding his emotions behind a carefully crafted mask of control and responsibility. Asher is his complete opposite. He is charming, witty, and effortlessly able to make everyone around him smile. What begins as a simple meeting turns into a magical night that none of them will ever forget.
But when midnight arrives, Cirella disappears.
With nothing but memories of a mysterious woman behind a mask, Dean and Asher become determined to find her no matter what it takes. The problem? They have no idea who she is or what she looks like.

[jessanotherlovestory · Rating 3 out of 5]

I've always loved fairytales, and Cinderella is the first VHS tape I remember watching on repeat, as a child.

Pru's modern retelling of Cinderella includes two adoptive brothers who are hockey players, falling for their future stepsister, Cirella, who has served her evil stepmother for the past six years. She meets the Kensington brothers, Dean and Asher, at the masquerade ball. For one night, she finds happiness from her miserable life as a maid and servant to her stepmother, Adrianna, who is engaged to the brothers' widowed father.

Some of the chapters felt really long, especially the hockey scenes. The brothers, Prince Charming and Knight, are flirty with their Princess, patiently waiting for her texts, which drags on. The slow burn felt a bit lackluster. While it was a quick read, I never felt fully invested in the relationships. I did like how they figured out Ciri's identity without her leaving a glass slipper behind. The found family aspect with the hockey team and the Kensington staff is wholesome and endearing. Adrianna deserves to be thrown in jail for all of her crimes, and I'm relieved Everett escaped marrying a cruel woman. Her father would be so proud of the woman Cirella has become.

Thank you, House of Hearts Lit, for my digital ARC in exchange for an honest review!

[Casey Smailles · Rating 4 out of 5]

Breaking the glass

Tropes:
Cinderella retelling
Why choose
Hockey romance
Found family
Mental health rep
Forced proximity
Healing & self-love journey
Sweater nearing mouse side kick
Hidden identity


Firstly thank you to the wonderful Pru for the opportunity to read her book Breaking The Glass which is the third book in the HEAU Hockey Legends series. I have been loving this series so much and when I saw the email I was approved I was even more excited and this did not disappoint.it was so so good.

Breaking The Glass follows Cirella, Asher and Dean. Two different worlds collide. Three people different journeys but together they are unstoppable. Together they grow and support one another.

This was such a special journey and I loved the way the boys helped support Cirella they didn't try to rescue her. They helped her heal, grow and show her what she deserves and that is all the love.

These three have a comfortable chemistry, fabulous found family vibes, its emotional, there's healing, cheesy nicknames that I personally adored, mmc's who fall hard for their girl, and its swoony. Also that gazebo scene 🥵🥵

If you’re looking for a Cinderella retelling romance with a prince charming and knight in shining armour and a sprinkle of hockey check out pru's newest book Breaking The Glass.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️

[Carys Elaine Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanks to Pru Schuyler and House of Hearts for the gifted copy — all opinions are my own.

This is a modern day retelling of cinderella but with a little twist which is its a MFM which is so good.

Cirella lost both her parents and during that time her dad remarried and she got a horrible step mother.

Dean and asher Kensington are brothers and very rich they also got to heau they are also hockey players 😍.

Dean and asher lose there mum and when that happens there dad kinda turns into this person that they dont recognise especially after he gets engaged to a women named Adrianna who happens to be the step mother of cirella.

Nobody knows how horrible adrianna is to cirella because nobody knows that shes her step mother.

When Dean and asher meet cirella its at the engagement party but they don't know its her because shes got a mask on and also they didnt know who she.

I really like how they both really like her and both fall for her as well.

Theres so many details that also relate to the organial cinderella book which i love.

Id rate the spice in this book 🌶🌶🌶 out of 5.

This is the first ever mfm book iv read and I loved every second of it I also cant wait to find out who the next book is

[Kelsi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️

Pru Schuyler always always always delivered on amazing character that you can’t help but love and romance that will make you swoon over and over again! And of course Breaking The Glass was no exception! Now I’ll admit I’m not normally one to pick up a MFM or a reverse harem kind of book but I love Pru Schuyler’s writing, it’s always so beautiful and emotional so I decided to give it a try. And I definitely wasn’t disappointed! I loved Ciri and just how much she stayed true to herself and continued to love those around her even though she had a rather difficult set of circumstances to overcome, and of course you can’t not love Asher and Dean while they definitely have different personalities one a jokester and the other a more stoic they both love fiercely and with their whole hearts. And their dynamic OMG the romance, the spice, the way they just absolutely click from the second they meet will just keep you swooning throughout this whole book! So if you’re looking for a forbidden Cinderella, MFM, hockey romance, with amazing characters, a cute animal companion, secrets, plenty of swoon-worthy moments and spice, plenty of twists to keep you guessing and a happily ever after then I highly recommend grabbing a copy of Breaking the Glass today!

[Sofia Silva · Rating 5 out of 5]

A real-life fairytale? How about a real-life Cinderella?
The story of Cirella, the girl who lost both her parents and was stuck with the evil stepmother is now a modern tale with two hot-as-sin hockey players who will burn the world to protect what’s theirs.
Cirella struggles to survive after being stripped off everything she had, but she doesn’t give up and survives abuse and neglect growing up as a beautiful, caring woman. Working as a servant for a wealthy family while being threatened by her stepmother, she meets a new found family, new friends and most importantly, the love of Dean and Asher.
The boys grew up entitled, but remained humble and honest. Facing grief, after the loss of their mother and the change in their father’s personality, the adopted brothers grow closer and decide to fight for what they want: Cirella and their family back.
This modern take on Cinderella is beautiful, spicy and raw.
Pru Shuyler explores concepts such as vulnerability, loneliness and grief, but also real friendship and true love that overcomes all obstacles.
I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

[Karly Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

What’s better then one down bad hockey player? Two! If Pru knows how to write something, it’s hockey players and ones that are OBSESSED. Dean and Asher were totally infatuated with Cirella from the moment they saw her. Problem was, they had no idea who she was. Or that she was living under the same roof all along because no one knows who she truly is, thanks to her evil hag of a stepmother. Yuck, truly awful.

Our sweet Cirella never felt like enough, until these two men who are absolutely gone for her and will do anything to protect her and prove she is more than enough. Also there’s the fact that they would do just about anything just to find her again. The sass Ciri was giving this boys was great, the banter. Then we had that spice.. Pru, ma’am. The gazebo scene, excuse me? Then the last chapter? Alexa please play Future’s ‘Same Damn Time’. I was gone. Goodbye!

I love a fairytale retelling and this one was no different. This story was such a fun little found family between the hockey boys and their ladies. So I’m definitely going to be going back to get Malik, Griffin and their girls stories! I absolutely loved our girl Jules and their little friendship! Jules had me laughing out loud multiple times. I hope she’s up next.

𝘈 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴. 𝘈 𝘬𝘯𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵. 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘪𝘮𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧. 𝘕𝘰𝘸, 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵’𝘴 𝘢 𝘧𝘢𝘪𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘦 𝘐 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁:
• 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘺
• 𝘮𝘧𝘮 𝘊𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨
• 𝘩𝘪𝘥𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘺
• 𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘭 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳/𝘣𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘭
• 𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘵𝘩𝘺 𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘣𝘰𝘺𝘴/𝘱𝘰𝘰𝘳 𝘨𝘪𝘳𝘭
• 𝘧𝘢𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘮𝘢𝘫𝘰𝘳 𝘧𝘮𝘤/𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘤𝘺𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘮𝘮𝘤𝘴

Thank you @houseofheartslit and @pruschuylerauthor for the ARC!

[Ems · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cinderella like story. Cirella lost her parents at a young age, raised by her step mother and treated like a maid. Now as a teenager, Cirella sneaks into a masquerade party held as a celebration of her step mother's new engagement, where she meets two very handsome although masked guys. After their interaction, the boys can't get the beauty out of their head and decide to do everything they can to find out who their mystery girl is.

I give this book 4 out of 5 stars because in the beginning there were times when the story didnt run as smooth as it could have with reference to "cinderella". Otherwise, this is a really good story about a young woman taking back what was always hers, and finding love along the way.
I really enjoyed the joy and love cirella got from her friend and colleague Jules, and Jules mother💕 Jules is a really fun person, she seems kind of carefree and a little bit of trouble :p
And i really enjoyed the progression of each main character along the way, and that we got a triple point of view.

I can recommend this book to anyone into a romcom with cinderella theme.

[Yvonne Ptk · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Cinderella retelling + why choose hockey romance? Count me in. 👑🏒

Breaking the Glass was the first book I’ve read in this series, and it definitely made me want to go back and read the first two books.

I absolutely loved Cirella, her Knight in shining armor (Dean) and her Prince Charming (Asher). Their dynamic was so much fun to read, and I was rooting for all of them from the very beginning. The chemistry, support, and care between them felt natural and genuine. 🥰

One of my favorite things about this book was all the recognizable Cinderella elements woven into the story. The awful stepmother, her cat, the little mouse in clothes 🥺, and so many other familiar details made this such a fun retelling while still feeling fresh and unique.

Cirella’s story was heartbreaking at times, and seeing everything she had been through made me want her happy ending even more. Watching her finally find people who truly saw and valued her was incredibly rewarding.

If you love fairy tale retellings, why choose romance, hockey players, and characters you can’t help but root for, I’d definitely recommend this one! 💛

Thanks for the ARC!

[Karen Chan · Rating 4 out of 5]

“I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.”
This is an interesting version of Cinderella with not one Prince Charming but a knight in shining armour too in the shape of hockey playing brothers Dean and Asher. Cirella is of course the poor Princess caught in the evil clutches of her wicked stepmother, who is really really bad. Made to work as a maid.
It made me laugh when Cirella has a sweater-wearing mouse Gus maybe a nod to the Disney character from the cartoon Cinderella’s friend Gus one of my favourite characters.
The build up to final showdown is full of tension but some of this is relieved by the boys. 🔥🥵
Love the way her stepmother becomes attached to the boys grieving father making them determined to not only help Cirella gain her house back by trying to find the original will but to get their father back.
The ending is delicious how they bring the stepmother down and save everything. The original will being in an old hiding spot that she shared with Cirella’s father is poignant.
Opening her house up allowing her friends work is a lovely touch.
I enjoyed this original telling of the fairytale

[Lemonnyyy · Rating 5 out of 5]

💙🏒Breaking The Glass by Pru Schuyler🏒💙

333 Pages

HEAU Hockey Legends Book 3

Cinderella retelling... check... Hockey Romance... also check, MFM... double check! This is truly an incredible trifecta.

And boy did I eat this up! This series is a gift that keeps on giving, I love how cozy and dreamy this makes you feel and how you instantly connect with the characters. The support that Cirella gets from her friends brings me so much joy and happiness that she has people looking out for her, especially considering how she's been treated.

This universe is such a magical place you find yourself wanting to enrol in HEAU yourself, I love revisiting all the characters from the previous books as well as possible books to come!

If Pru writes it I will read it! Not matter what it is! I would highly recommend this book as well as the previous books in the series! And every other book she has written! For fans of Hockey Romance, MFM, Fairytale Retellings, Hidden Identity and some delicious Spicy goodness.

[Aria · Rating 3 out of 5]

Breaking the Glass is a contemporary romance centered on Cirella Chamberlain, a young woman trapped by her cruel stepmother after his death. Cirella has lived in the shadows, shielded from Evermore’s high society, only to lose her freedom when her stepmother takes control.
Enter Dean and Asher Kensington: a renowned defenseman and heir to the Kensington empire, and his playful, trouble-prone younger brother. After one unforgettable night at their parents’ masquerade engagement party—where the three share an instant, magnetic connection—Cirella vanishes. The brothers swear to find her, but Cirella doesn’t want to be found… not until the secrets threatening her past and future are unmasked.
The book leans into angst, a hidden heroine, wealthy hockey brothers, and a mystery tied to family secrets. Cirella’s struggle to control her own life while being hunted creates real tension.
At 3 stars, this is a solid, emotionally driven romance with a compelling premise, though it doesn’t fully push its tropes in new directions.

[Sakura · Rating 5 out of 5]

After so many months of studying all day and after doing the exam to get a public job in my country, I rewarded myself by reading this and... I couldn't have asked for a better treat.

As always, @pruschuylerauthor 's work is amazing, starting with the engaging tropes, keeping your attention with captivating artwork, and sealing the deal with the promise of an incredible story.

Everything is what I expected: perfect writing style, amazing main characters, moments that connect the whole series, tension, love, spicy moments, and self-growth.

I am still feeling tired, and my brain can't do more, so I am sorry for the short review. As soon as I get the book in my hands (because, honestly, I need the physical book so bad it hurts), I will do an update with a better review that does justice to the book.

Once again, thank you so much @pruschuylerauthor and @houseofheartslit for giving me the privilege of being an ARC.

[Kiara Sepulveda · Rating 5 out of 5]

✨️ARC Review ✨️

🌶 Rating: 3.5/5

Release date: May 21, 2026

I LOVE LOVE the fairytale in this book. Inspired by Cinderella was just so beautifully done. And instead of the evil step-sisters, she had two prince charmings (who if you think about it, were almost her step-brothers👀)

Gus is the cutest little mouse ever!!!! I was elated when Dean and Asher immediately called him their son🥹🥹 hes just so adorable. And Duke found his forever home now and is definitely living the dream 🥹 I had to make sure the honorable mentions were spoken for first😅

Dean and Asher are just strikingly handsome. The way that they were always there supporting Cirella and never once let her feel anything but the princess that she is. Amazing. As they should 😌

And Jules and Myra. Best sister and mother-like figures Cirella could have ever asked for. They were her ride or die and I just love the female empowerment that was shown throughout the book.