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Vancouver Havoc #2
After Hours
Blurb + cover coming soon. Release date TBD. Brielle + Roman's story.
397 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 4, 2026
About the author
Hannah Cowan
29 books3,107 followersHannah is a twenty-something-year-old indie author from Western Canada. Obsessed with swoon-worthy romance, she decided to take a leap and try her hand at creating stories that will have you fanning your face and giggling in the most embarrassing way possible. Hopefully, that’s exactly what her stories have done!
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June 11, 2026
too much secondhand embarrassment from all the chasing she had to do to get him 🥴🥴🥴
June 10, 2026
Hannah Cowan is an expert in writing hot, emotional romances. After Hours is yet another masterpiece that had me laughing, crying, and SWEATING the entire time! The characters had so much depth, the extended character family were all full characters in their own right, and the found family dynamic was PERFECT. I love a baseball romance, and Hannah's are up there in my top 5 baseball romance series of all time.
April 5, 2026
Easy 5 stars!
I absolutely adored Roman and Brielle!!!
They had me kicking my feet giddy and crying along with them!
I absolutely adored Roman and Brielle!!!
They had me kicking my feet giddy and crying along with them!
June 28, 2026
RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
SPICE 🌶️🌶️🌶️
I loved Roman and Brielle. There is just something about and age gap that is giving me life right now. This series just keeps getting better and better.
Roman is grumpy and closed off and man, I just loved him so much. I also want to be Brielle when I grow up because she is amazing.
✨ Baseball Romance
✨ Age Gap
✨ Coach x Cam Girl /Designer
✨ Brother’s Boss
✨ Grumpy x Sunshine
✨ Found Family
I loved this from the very first chapter. These is something about the tension between these two that kept me hooked the entire time.
I could not put this down and the more and more I get to know this team, the harder I fall for each of their stories.
I cannot wait for more.
SPICE 🌶️🌶️🌶️
I loved Roman and Brielle. There is just something about and age gap that is giving me life right now. This series just keeps getting better and better.
Roman is grumpy and closed off and man, I just loved him so much. I also want to be Brielle when I grow up because she is amazing.
✨ Baseball Romance
✨ Age Gap
✨ Coach x Cam Girl /Designer
✨ Brother’s Boss
✨ Grumpy x Sunshine
✨ Found Family
I loved this from the very first chapter. These is something about the tension between these two that kept me hooked the entire time.
I could not put this down and the more and more I get to know this team, the harder I fall for each of their stories.
I cannot wait for more.
June 10, 2026
I mean, sure. I didn’t find myself caring a single time while reading this but I still read the whole thing
June 18, 2026
2.75 ⭐️ rounded up
something about this series just feels so different than hannah’s backlist, which is a bit odd. i loved cherry peak and oak point, but this series just isn’t hitting for me.
i did really love brielle and how in touch with her sexuality she was. she’s a badass character that has goals and dreams that are so perfectly her. her relationship with her brother, wes, did piss me off though, because why are you forcing him to do something he very clearly does not want to do when it comes to family. wes pmo so bad to the point where if he gets a book idk if he can be redeemed in my eyes. he seriously needs to watch his mouth.
roman, on the other hand, although i did find him sexy during certain points, he felt very hot and cold in a way i really just didn’t like. i also thought he was way too protective over his niece who is 21 years old, and adult, and he treated her like a child. i mean, i get why he does but it’s just too much and gave me the ick so…
i will say that the spice was delicious, which kinda saved my rating from being lower than it is. i could write more for this review, but i digress.
something about this series just feels so different than hannah’s backlist, which is a bit odd. i loved cherry peak and oak point, but this series just isn’t hitting for me.
i did really love brielle and how in touch with her sexuality she was. she’s a badass character that has goals and dreams that are so perfectly her. her relationship with her brother, wes, did piss me off though, because why are you forcing him to do something he very clearly does not want to do when it comes to family. wes pmo so bad to the point where if he gets a book idk if he can be redeemed in my eyes. he seriously needs to watch his mouth.
roman, on the other hand, although i did find him sexy during certain points, he felt very hot and cold in a way i really just didn’t like. i also thought he was way too protective over his niece who is 21 years old, and adult, and he treated her like a child. i mean, i get why he does but it’s just too much and gave me the ick so…
i will say that the spice was delicious, which kinda saved my rating from being lower than it is. i could write more for this review, but i digress.
June 15, 2026
I love a good age gap! A forbidden brothers coach was chefs kiss!
I absolutely loved Brielle’s confidence.
If life hadn’t gotten in the way i’m sure I would have read this in one sitting. It was such an easy read and so enjoyable!
This series has started out so strong with the first two books and i’m so invested in the rest of the characters too. So great!
I absolutely loved Brielle’s confidence.
If life hadn’t gotten in the way i’m sure I would have read this in one sitting. It was such an easy read and so enjoyable!
This series has started out so strong with the first two books and i’m so invested in the rest of the characters too. So great!
June 20, 2026
4.5
Really fucked with the tension
Really fucked with the tension
July 7, 2026
lowk boring, i just didn’t care
June 12, 2026
#Review: *After Hours* - Hannah Cowan - ARC [18+]
4.3/5✨
4/5🌶️
Brielle was working hard to fulfill her dream of becoming a successful fashion designer, but that wasn't helping her paying the bills at that moment. Only, Brielle was showing another side of her at night, when she lost her inhibitions and let herself be watched on a platform called After Hours, but where she was able to control what she shared and how much to show. What she didn't expect was to feel out of control when she was in the presence of her brother's coach (Roman), for whom she felt an intense pull. But Roman had his own things to deal with, which made him a bit reluctant in searching love in his life. Especially when Brielle was 15 years younger than him. But can they ignore that extremely strong chemistry which was present between them? Can Roman fight against Brielle's determination of being with him?
I truly didn't expect for this book to be sooo spicy😅. It was super hot even from the beginning and things got even hotter with each passing chapter. To that was added an incredible slow burn and a constant banter which happened between Brielle and Roman, but this time around it wasn't the guy chasing the girl, it was reversed. Brielle has surprised me with her determination, how inhibition free she was and how confident on herself she was. She definitely wasn't that kind of girl who gives up easily and that's exactly what she did when it came to Roman. It was sooo good to follow their banter and how Roman kept on trying to ignore and stay away from Brielle, having a really tough job in doing so. I liked that there was a mystery when it came to Roman's life, one which was constantly on my mind because I wanted to know so badly what happened to him that made him so closed off and unwilling to give his love life a chance.
Thank you so much to Hannah and her team for accepting me to receive this e-ARC. I had a good time with these characters and I'm quite curious about the next book from this series, considering some things that happened in this book and which might have offered us some little hints about this next book.
✨Tropes
▫️Age Gap
▫️Slow Burn
▫️Forbidden Romance
▫️Sports Romance
▫️Baseball Romance
▫️Insta-Interest
▫️Opposites Attract
▫️He's Her Brother’s Coach
4.3/5✨
4/5🌶️
Brielle was working hard to fulfill her dream of becoming a successful fashion designer, but that wasn't helping her paying the bills at that moment. Only, Brielle was showing another side of her at night, when she lost her inhibitions and let herself be watched on a platform called After Hours, but where she was able to control what she shared and how much to show. What she didn't expect was to feel out of control when she was in the presence of her brother's coach (Roman), for whom she felt an intense pull. But Roman had his own things to deal with, which made him a bit reluctant in searching love in his life. Especially when Brielle was 15 years younger than him. But can they ignore that extremely strong chemistry which was present between them? Can Roman fight against Brielle's determination of being with him?
I truly didn't expect for this book to be sooo spicy😅. It was super hot even from the beginning and things got even hotter with each passing chapter. To that was added an incredible slow burn and a constant banter which happened between Brielle and Roman, but this time around it wasn't the guy chasing the girl, it was reversed. Brielle has surprised me with her determination, how inhibition free she was and how confident on herself she was. She definitely wasn't that kind of girl who gives up easily and that's exactly what she did when it came to Roman. It was sooo good to follow their banter and how Roman kept on trying to ignore and stay away from Brielle, having a really tough job in doing so. I liked that there was a mystery when it came to Roman's life, one which was constantly on my mind because I wanted to know so badly what happened to him that made him so closed off and unwilling to give his love life a chance.
Thank you so much to Hannah and her team for accepting me to receive this e-ARC. I had a good time with these characters and I'm quite curious about the next book from this series, considering some things that happened in this book and which might have offered us some little hints about this next book.
✨Tropes
▫️Age Gap
▫️Slow Burn
▫️Forbidden Romance
▫️Sports Romance
▫️Baseball Romance
▫️Insta-Interest
▫️Opposites Attract
▫️He's Her Brother’s Coach
Review of advance copy received from Author
AS ALWAYS!!! Hannah’s written another FANTASTIC BOOK! There was something about this one that felt…quiet and so soft?! IN THE BEST WAY! And I’m not sure why because Brielle was not afraid to speak her mind, and Roman’s a little rough around the edges!! And they were HOT! But something about them was also SO DAMN SWEET! They simultaneously moved so fast and so slow and the way Hannah wrote it was just absolutely DELICIOUS!
Roman and Brielle were EVERYTHING to me! They were THE perfect match. They matched each other in every single way and it was SO GOOD! They were HOT! And they were SO SOFT with each other!! I loved them so so much! Everything about them was just SO GOOD!
I loved how quickly Brielle fell into place with Evie and Roman, separately and together! I cannot wait to see more of Brielle and Wes whenever it’s his turn for a book! They did really good work on their relationship and I can’t wait to see them again! AND Roman and Wes and their very sweet heart to heart!!! I can’t wait to see if there will be more of them! I loved seeing Roman really become part of the Havoc family and not just be on the outside. Seeing all the guys really try so hard to get him to open up and always including him was SO sweet. And seeing him finally allow himself to be part of not just the team, but the family they’re all building!!! Warmed my HEART!
Hannah’s made a perfect little found family and I cannot wait for more!!!!!
Roman and Brielle were EVERYTHING to me! They were THE perfect match. They matched each other in every single way and it was SO GOOD! They were HOT! And they were SO SOFT with each other!! I loved them so so much! Everything about them was just SO GOOD!
I loved how quickly Brielle fell into place with Evie and Roman, separately and together! I cannot wait to see more of Brielle and Wes whenever it’s his turn for a book! They did really good work on their relationship and I can’t wait to see them again! AND Roman and Wes and their very sweet heart to heart!!! I can’t wait to see if there will be more of them! I loved seeing Roman really become part of the Havoc family and not just be on the outside. Seeing all the guys really try so hard to get him to open up and always including him was SO sweet. And seeing him finally allow himself to be part of not just the team, but the family they’re all building!!! Warmed my HEART!
Hannah’s made a perfect little found family and I cannot wait for more!!!!!
July 4, 2026
This book had it all that I like. Sports romance, age gap and smut. However, it was just fine in the end. Based on blurb I expected something more daring and forbidden. Idk it just didn’t live up to my expectations.
I loved Brielle as FMC. She was very brave, unapologetic and very confident. You could see she loves her friends and brothers, and very fierce for them. But her connection with Roman felt more like insta-lust rather genuine connection. I liked her confidence, but it just felt she was being very pushy with Roman and not in a good way. Once he caved in and they started exploring their attraction to each other, I still could not feel any genuine emotions between them. Roman is very caring and kind, but it was so out of blue when he comes and prepares dinner for her, like I still don’t believe it.
I had no problem with main character as separate characters. However, they did not make any sense together. I really really wanted to like this book. But it was just not up to my standards.
I loved Brielle as FMC. She was very brave, unapologetic and very confident. You could see she loves her friends and brothers, and very fierce for them. But her connection with Roman felt more like insta-lust rather genuine connection. I liked her confidence, but it just felt she was being very pushy with Roman and not in a good way. Once he caved in and they started exploring their attraction to each other, I still could not feel any genuine emotions between them. Roman is very caring and kind, but it was so out of blue when he comes and prepares dinner for her, like I still don’t believe it.
I had no problem with main character as separate characters. However, they did not make any sense together. I really really wanted to like this book. But it was just not up to my standards.
June 21, 2026
4.5 ⭐️
Thank you so much for the ARC!
I'm still new to sport romances and when I found out this is Baseball I was locked in. First off its based in Vancouver and I was immediately excited about the references.
But more into the story...I loved Brielle. As someone who has struggled with my body and how others see me, I truly loved to see her confidence and took inspiration for myself. She truly is an empathetic yet bad ass boss woman I'd love to hang around. She knoes what she wants and isn't afraid to go for it.
Coach Roman on the other hand with his piercings and tattoos (yes there are piercings) had me feeling all kinds of things. Lol. He has the grumpy yet overprotective vibe down to pat. I mean all I'll say is I look at cars differently from now on.
I forgot to mention he LOVES to cook! And take care of the women in his life which is immediate daddy status.
I love this story so much and made me more impatient for the next book.
Thank you so much for the ARC!
I'm still new to sport romances and when I found out this is Baseball I was locked in. First off its based in Vancouver and I was immediately excited about the references.
But more into the story...I loved Brielle. As someone who has struggled with my body and how others see me, I truly loved to see her confidence and took inspiration for myself. She truly is an empathetic yet bad ass boss woman I'd love to hang around. She knoes what she wants and isn't afraid to go for it.
Coach Roman on the other hand with his piercings and tattoos (yes there are piercings) had me feeling all kinds of things. Lol. He has the grumpy yet overprotective vibe down to pat. I mean all I'll say is I look at cars differently from now on.
I forgot to mention he LOVES to cook! And take care of the women in his life which is immediate daddy status.
I love this story so much and made me more impatient for the next book.
June 4, 2026
𝕒𝕣𝕔 𝕣𝕖𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨 ♡
💗⚾️ after hours by hannah cowan ⚾️💗
happy after hours release day here in nz! ~ rating: 4.5⭐️
i’ve said it once and i’ll say it again, hannah never fails 🙌🏻 when i read crossed signals, i was always intrigued by the small snippets i got from brielle and roman and oh my god 🥵 miss hannah, you had me dyingggg over their chemistry!
this story had the perfect amounts of spice, angst, found family, yearn, while also covering important topics such a grief, family issues, and everyday struggles.
i love this series and this team. i am thrilled to be have been given an arc, i cannot thank hannah and her team more for this opportunity ♡
after hours tropes ~
💗 brother’s boss
💗 age gap (15 years)
💗 baseball romance
💗 insta-lust, slowburn love
💗 my jersey or no jersey
💗 found family
💗 quiet but fierce love
💗⚾️ after hours by hannah cowan ⚾️💗
happy after hours release day here in nz! ~ rating: 4.5⭐️
i’ve said it once and i’ll say it again, hannah never fails 🙌🏻 when i read crossed signals, i was always intrigued by the small snippets i got from brielle and roman and oh my god 🥵 miss hannah, you had me dyingggg over their chemistry!
this story had the perfect amounts of spice, angst, found family, yearn, while also covering important topics such a grief, family issues, and everyday struggles.
i love this series and this team. i am thrilled to be have been given an arc, i cannot thank hannah and her team more for this opportunity ♡
after hours tropes ~
💗 brother’s boss
💗 age gap (15 years)
💗 baseball romance
💗 insta-lust, slowburn love
💗 my jersey or no jersey
💗 found family
💗 quiet but fierce love
June 11, 2026
⚾️💗After Hours - Hannah Cowan💗⚾️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Firstly a big thank you to @hannahcowanauthor for having me on her team and for my arc, I'm forever grateful 🫶🏻
I ATE THIS UP 👏🏻 after meeting Brielle & Roman in the first book I couldn't wait for their story and it did not disappoint! I loved the instant chemistry, how they met, the secretive aspect 🤭 the tension and chemistry between them was everything and the spice was SPICING 🥵🔥I adore the found fam vibes of the team and am super excited for their stories. I loved that Brielle was unapologetically herself, such a queen knowing what she wants and won't bend to fit a mould! I defo want in on this girl gang! Roman what a man, grumpy and doesn't let anyone easily in but as his feeling for Brielle grows his walls start coming down he's such a green flag in the best way! 👏🏻
A must read for sure! I can't wait for what's next in this series it's one not to miss 💗
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Firstly a big thank you to @hannahcowanauthor for having me on her team and for my arc, I'm forever grateful 🫶🏻
I ATE THIS UP 👏🏻 after meeting Brielle & Roman in the first book I couldn't wait for their story and it did not disappoint! I loved the instant chemistry, how they met, the secretive aspect 🤭 the tension and chemistry between them was everything and the spice was SPICING 🥵🔥I adore the found fam vibes of the team and am super excited for their stories. I loved that Brielle was unapologetically herself, such a queen knowing what she wants and won't bend to fit a mould! I defo want in on this girl gang! Roman what a man, grumpy and doesn't let anyone easily in but as his feeling for Brielle grows his walls start coming down he's such a green flag in the best way! 👏🏻
A must read for sure! I can't wait for what's next in this series it's one not to miss 💗
June 19, 2026
Roman and Brielle had me hooked from the beginning. The tension between them was absolutely insane, and every time they were on the page together I was kicking my feet. I love a man who acts all grumpy and especially love me a baseball coach.
What I loved most, though, was Brielle. She was confident, unapologetically herself, and never let anyone dim her light. I would have loved to know more about her past, because its so relatable sometimes losing weight and having insecurities like stretch marks, etc. They never tried to change that about her either and i just loved seeing him slowly surrender to her.
The romance was definitely spicy, but it also had so much heart. Roman's relationship with his niece was one of my favorite parts (kinda waiting for a potential book jej), and the found family throughout this series just makes me love the Vancouver Havoc world even more.
If you love:
⚾️ Baseball romance
💛 Brother's boss
✨ Age gap
🔥 Forbidden romance
🫶 Found family
🌶️ Lots of chemistry
...you're going to have such a good time with this one.
thank u for the arc hannah, always a blessing being in your team 💛
What I loved most, though, was Brielle. She was confident, unapologetically herself, and never let anyone dim her light. I would have loved to know more about her past, because its so relatable sometimes losing weight and having insecurities like stretch marks, etc. They never tried to change that about her either and i just loved seeing him slowly surrender to her.
The romance was definitely spicy, but it also had so much heart. Roman's relationship with his niece was one of my favorite parts (kinda waiting for a potential book jej), and the found family throughout this series just makes me love the Vancouver Havoc world even more.
If you love:
⚾️ Baseball romance
💛 Brother's boss
✨ Age gap
🔥 Forbidden romance
🫶 Found family
🌶️ Lots of chemistry
...you're going to have such a good time with this one.
thank u for the arc hannah, always a blessing being in your team 💛
June 7, 2026
*Thank you to Hannah Cowan for providing me with an ARC for an honest review!
One of the easiest 5 stars I've ever read! Hannah really popped of with these two and thwy were to die for the moment I started reading. Brielle has to be one of my favorite FMCs of Hannah's to date!
Roman is grump who truly only has a soft spot for Brielle and his niece. I love how much fun Brielle brought to his life and how seamlessly she fit into Roman's little family.
The sneaking around was hot but they also had such a beautiful and sweet side to their relationship. I love this little family of players and their women so much!
One of the easiest 5 stars I've ever read! Hannah really popped of with these two and thwy were to die for the moment I started reading. Brielle has to be one of my favorite FMCs of Hannah's to date!
Roman is grump who truly only has a soft spot for Brielle and his niece. I love how much fun Brielle brought to his life and how seamlessly she fit into Roman's little family.
The sneaking around was hot but they also had such a beautiful and sweet side to their relationship. I love this little family of players and their women so much!
June 11, 2026
Holy moly, talk about forbidden tension!! Hannah is one of my fave authors and this book was no exception, I adored Roman and Brielle's story. They were so fun together and separately and I jjust loved the whole premise of the book. Plus, hello, a baseball romance!!
Also, Hannah revealed this illustrated cover for After Hours today...and OMG HOW PERFECT?!? I am OBSESSED!
Roman & Brielle
baseball coach
age gap
player's sister
opposites attract
cam girl
found family
Also, Hannah revealed this illustrated cover for After Hours today...and OMG HOW PERFECT?!? I am OBSESSED!
Roman & Brielle
baseball coach
age gap
player's sister
opposites attract
cam girl
found family
June 19, 2026
Oh I just adored this book!! Brielle and Roman's story was so much fun to read. I loved watching them break down each other's walls and fall for each other 😭 Their chemistry was just off the charts and I was so sat for it!!
June 14, 2026
4.25. This one had such good moments, some parts a little hard to follow but I loved the feeling of this one.
June 18, 2026
4 stars 🌟 I actually really enjoyed this book, i thought the first in the series was spicy 🔥 but this one tops that easily while also being a really cute read.
June 10, 2026
Starting this book, I was excited to dive deeper into the Vancouver Havoc world. Reading Crossed Signals, in my review, I say it felt different for Hannah Cowan and this book is the same. Just felt like her writing is different with this series. Not that there is anything wrong with writing strong women but Brielle just didn’t resonate with me. I found her too pushy. It seems thats what Roman needed but he also did not do much for me. I usually find her MMC’s swoony even if I’m not a big fan of her FMC’s but this one didn’t do much for me. He was too wishy washy for me, sending out mixed signals.
Both Brielle and Roman have deep seated issues in this book and felt for them both. Brielle with her family and her past body issues. Roman with the death of his sister and having guardianship of his niece after. Family issues is an underlying plot in this also on both sides. Also the fact that Roman is her brothers boss. These two in a short period realize that their instalust for one another is tipping into something more. While Roman is more cautious in this, Brielle is like a bulldozer trying to get under his walls. She loves hard and you can tell with the way she is with her brother, one of Roman’s baseball players.
Some notes I made while reading:
* Love the way he figured out who Crushedvelvet was
* I love that she’s bitter for him behind her tv
* Love a possessive FMC
* Loved Brielle protecting Eve against those bitches
* When he remembers everything
Thank you to Hannah Cowan for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Tropes:
✨Cam girl/fashion designer
✨Forbidden
✨Brother’s boss
✨Age gap (15 years)
✨Baseball romance
✨She’s the outgoing one
✨Insta-lust, slowburn love
✨He’s so hot and it’s killing her
✨My jersey or no jersey
✨Single guardian
✨Found family
✨Quiet but fierce love
Both Brielle and Roman have deep seated issues in this book and felt for them both. Brielle with her family and her past body issues. Roman with the death of his sister and having guardianship of his niece after. Family issues is an underlying plot in this also on both sides. Also the fact that Roman is her brothers boss. These two in a short period realize that their instalust for one another is tipping into something more. While Roman is more cautious in this, Brielle is like a bulldozer trying to get under his walls. She loves hard and you can tell with the way she is with her brother, one of Roman’s baseball players.
Some notes I made while reading:
* Love the way he figured out who Crushedvelvet was
* I love that she’s bitter for him behind her tv
* Love a possessive FMC
* Loved Brielle protecting Eve against those bitches
* When he remembers everything
Thank you to Hannah Cowan for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Tropes:
✨Cam girl/fashion designer
✨Forbidden
✨Brother’s boss
✨Age gap (15 years)
✨Baseball romance
✨She’s the outgoing one
✨Insta-lust, slowburn love
✨He’s so hot and it’s killing her
✨My jersey or no jersey
✨Single guardian
✨Found family
✨Quiet but fierce love
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June 22, 2026I love a good baseball romance, but Roman and Brielle's story had so much more going for it than just the sports backdrop. The chemistry between these two was immediate, intense, and impossible to ignore. Add in the age gap, the fact that he's her brother's coach, and all that delicious forbidden energy, and I was hooked from the start.
Roman took a minute for me to fall for, to be honest, but eventually he completely won me over. He's gruff, guarded, and carrying far more emotional baggage than he lets anyone see. Underneath all those walls, though, is a fiercely loyal man with a huge heart. His relationship with his niece added so much emotional depth to his character, and watching him slowly let people in was one of my favorite parts of the book.
And Brielle? I adored her. She's confident, ambitious, unapologetically herself, and refreshingly comfortable in her own skin. I loved that she wasn't afraid to go after what she wanted, especially when it came to Roman. The dynamic between them was so much fun because she constantly challenged him while also giving him the space he needed to heal and grow.
Hannah definitely did not hold back on the spice, and I am not complaining. The emotional connection underneath all that chemistry is what really made this romance work for me, though. These two genuinely made each other better.
What to Expect
⚾Baseball Romance
⚾Forbidden
⚾Age Gap
⚾Brother's Coach
⚾Opposites Attract
⚾Grumpy x Sunshine
⚾Cam Girl Heroine
⚾ Slow Burn
⚾Found Family
⚾ Protective Hero
⚾Lots of Banter
⚾ Extra Spicy Romance
Roman took a minute for me to fall for, to be honest, but eventually he completely won me over. He's gruff, guarded, and carrying far more emotional baggage than he lets anyone see. Underneath all those walls, though, is a fiercely loyal man with a huge heart. His relationship with his niece added so much emotional depth to his character, and watching him slowly let people in was one of my favorite parts of the book.
And Brielle? I adored her. She's confident, ambitious, unapologetically herself, and refreshingly comfortable in her own skin. I loved that she wasn't afraid to go after what she wanted, especially when it came to Roman. The dynamic between them was so much fun because she constantly challenged him while also giving him the space he needed to heal and grow.
Hannah definitely did not hold back on the spice, and I am not complaining. The emotional connection underneath all that chemistry is what really made this romance work for me, though. These two genuinely made each other better.
What to Expect
⚾Baseball Romance
⚾Forbidden
⚾Age Gap
⚾Brother's Coach
⚾Opposites Attract
⚾Grumpy x Sunshine
⚾Cam Girl Heroine
⚾ Slow Burn
⚾Found Family
⚾ Protective Hero
⚾Lots of Banter
⚾ Extra Spicy Romance
June 20, 2026
me 🤝🏼 age gap
Review of advance copy received from Author
⚾Brothers coach
⚾Age gap
⚾Cam girl
⚾Found family
Another great story from Hannah, I cannot wait to see more from this series
⚾Age gap
⚾Cam girl
⚾Found family
Another great story from Hannah, I cannot wait to see more from this series
June 15, 2026
Hannah Cowan has officially convinced me that she can write just about any trope combination and make me completely obsessed with it.
After Hours had me hooked from the very beginning. Between the age gap, forbidden romance, brother's boss dynamic, and the tension that had been building since Crossed Signals, I already knew I was going to love Roman and Brielle. What I wasn't expecting was how emotional and heartfelt their story would be.
Brielle was easily one of my favorite parts of this book. She is confident, outspoken, and knows exactly who she is, but she's also incredibly relatable. Beneath that confidence are insecurities, family wounds, and moments of self-doubt that make her feel so real. She's the ultimate girl's girl—supportive, loyal, protective of her friends, and never afraid to stand up for what's right. The way she champions the people she loves made me adore her even more.
Then there's Roman Shore.
This man has spent years building walls around himself. After losing his sister and becoming guardian to his niece, he's convinced himself that control is the only way to survive. He's grumpy, guarded, and determined to keep Brielle at arm's length no matter how much he wants her. Watching him slowly lose that battle was one of my favorite parts of the entire book.
What I loved most about Roman is that his love shows up long before he's willing to admit it. It's in the small moments. The way he takes care of Brielle. The way he worries about her. The way he makes room for her in a life that previously only consisted of baseball and Evie. His feelings weren't always spoken, but they were impossible to miss.
And these two together? Absolutely electric.
The chemistry is undeniable, and once they finally give in to the attraction they've been fighting, the payoff is worth every second of the build-up. But what really made their relationship work for me was how compatible they were. Brielle challenges Roman in ways no one else can, while Roman gives Brielle the steady, unwavering love she deserves. Their relationship evolves into something soft, safe, and deeply meaningful, and I loved watching it unfold.
I also have to mention the found family because Hannah Cowan continues to do this so well. The Vancouver Havoc team feels like a family, and seeing Roman slowly open himself up to the players and allow people into his life added so much depth to his character. Between the team, Evie, Brielle's friendships, and all the supporting characters, the story felt rich and layered without ever losing focus on the romance.
Another thing I appreciated was the way the third-act conflict was handled. There are secrets, there are consequences, and there is definitely emotional fallout, but Hannah proves that a romance can have meaningful conflict without relying on unnecessary drama or a drawn-out breakup. Roman and Brielle communicate, respect each other, and work through things like adults who genuinely love one another.
After Hours is sexy, emotional, heartfelt, and full of characters you'll want to spend more time with. Roman and Brielle may seem like complete opposites on the surface, but together they make perfect sense. Their story is about vulnerability, healing, trust, and learning that sometimes letting go of control is the very thing that allows you to find happiness.
And honestly? I am completely invested in this baseball team and cannot wait for the next Vancouver Havoc book.
After Hours had me hooked from the very beginning. Between the age gap, forbidden romance, brother's boss dynamic, and the tension that had been building since Crossed Signals, I already knew I was going to love Roman and Brielle. What I wasn't expecting was how emotional and heartfelt their story would be.
Brielle was easily one of my favorite parts of this book. She is confident, outspoken, and knows exactly who she is, but she's also incredibly relatable. Beneath that confidence are insecurities, family wounds, and moments of self-doubt that make her feel so real. She's the ultimate girl's girl—supportive, loyal, protective of her friends, and never afraid to stand up for what's right. The way she champions the people she loves made me adore her even more.
Then there's Roman Shore.
This man has spent years building walls around himself. After losing his sister and becoming guardian to his niece, he's convinced himself that control is the only way to survive. He's grumpy, guarded, and determined to keep Brielle at arm's length no matter how much he wants her. Watching him slowly lose that battle was one of my favorite parts of the entire book.
What I loved most about Roman is that his love shows up long before he's willing to admit it. It's in the small moments. The way he takes care of Brielle. The way he worries about her. The way he makes room for her in a life that previously only consisted of baseball and Evie. His feelings weren't always spoken, but they were impossible to miss.
And these two together? Absolutely electric.
The chemistry is undeniable, and once they finally give in to the attraction they've been fighting, the payoff is worth every second of the build-up. But what really made their relationship work for me was how compatible they were. Brielle challenges Roman in ways no one else can, while Roman gives Brielle the steady, unwavering love she deserves. Their relationship evolves into something soft, safe, and deeply meaningful, and I loved watching it unfold.
I also have to mention the found family because Hannah Cowan continues to do this so well. The Vancouver Havoc team feels like a family, and seeing Roman slowly open himself up to the players and allow people into his life added so much depth to his character. Between the team, Evie, Brielle's friendships, and all the supporting characters, the story felt rich and layered without ever losing focus on the romance.
Another thing I appreciated was the way the third-act conflict was handled. There are secrets, there are consequences, and there is definitely emotional fallout, but Hannah proves that a romance can have meaningful conflict without relying on unnecessary drama or a drawn-out breakup. Roman and Brielle communicate, respect each other, and work through things like adults who genuinely love one another.
After Hours is sexy, emotional, heartfelt, and full of characters you'll want to spend more time with. Roman and Brielle may seem like complete opposites on the surface, but together they make perfect sense. Their story is about vulnerability, healing, trust, and learning that sometimes letting go of control is the very thing that allows you to find happiness.
And honestly? I am completely invested in this baseball team and cannot wait for the next Vancouver Havoc book.
May 29, 2026
I don’t know how Hannah Cowan manages to make a story both hot and emotional. After Hours has so much depth and heart woven throughout the story. Brielle and Roman have tension and chemistry for days. Their connection was radiating off the page. The pull these two have to each other was evident since Crossed Signals.
Cowan knows how to write strong, confident women and Brielle is exactly that. She is a woman who knows what she wants and goes for it. She doesn’t shy away from calling people out and communicating her issues with what happened. She is such a relatable character. Though she is strong and confident we still get to see a human side to her. We see her insecurities and her own internal conflict. Brielle is also the friend everyone wants by their side. She stands up and demands people respect each other. She supports you and hypes you up. She is the definition of a girls girl. The way she stands up for Evie was incredible and I want to be her friend. Also her love for Roman was beautiful to watch unfold.
The way that Cowan writes Roman is perfection. He’s grumpy and guarded but his past makes sense as to why he protects himself. Also the way he loves Evie and protects her is so special. Their relationship adds so much humanness to his character. Then we add him with Brielle and oh my gosh he just becomes something else. The way that he tries to deny his attraction and keep his distance because he knows that if he gives in it’s game over is everything. Seeing him slowly give in and fall for her was amazing. Getting to watch his personality truly come out and shine throughout the book is a lot of fun. He’s witty and sarcastic and matches Brielle so well.
Watching Roman and Brielle together is *chefs kiss*. These two are so hot when they finally give into their attraction. I could feel the heat coming off the page. They match each other’s energy so well and they balance each other out in so many different ways. Not only is their chemistry great, but their compatibility. Brielle challenges him in a way that no one really has. She’s also patient with him and allows him to open up at his own pace. Their communication once they get to that stage in their relationship is so healthy. Roman learning to be vulnerable with Brielle is so important and the way Cowan writes those scenes has me feeling so many different feelings. Roman and Brielle may be opposites in many ways but they truly makes them the best fit for each other. Their soft, quiet love contrasts so much of the beginning of their relationship but fits them so well. It adds such a unique dynamic to their relationship.
The found family aspect in this book is so good. Cowan’s use of side characters to help drive the story adds so many layers not only to the story but to the characters. The team is not only important to Roman’s character and his story but to his relationship with Brielle. I loved that we get to see how they interact as a whole. These friendships were so much fun. Also seeing Roman grow in his relationship with the team was so wonderful to watch and seeing the team accept him with open arms had me weepy.
I love this little baseball team and cannot wait to see where these men end up and who they end up with.
Cowan knows how to write strong, confident women and Brielle is exactly that. She is a woman who knows what she wants and goes for it. She doesn’t shy away from calling people out and communicating her issues with what happened. She is such a relatable character. Though she is strong and confident we still get to see a human side to her. We see her insecurities and her own internal conflict. Brielle is also the friend everyone wants by their side. She stands up and demands people respect each other. She supports you and hypes you up. She is the definition of a girls girl. The way she stands up for Evie was incredible and I want to be her friend. Also her love for Roman was beautiful to watch unfold.
The way that Cowan writes Roman is perfection. He’s grumpy and guarded but his past makes sense as to why he protects himself. Also the way he loves Evie and protects her is so special. Their relationship adds so much humanness to his character. Then we add him with Brielle and oh my gosh he just becomes something else. The way that he tries to deny his attraction and keep his distance because he knows that if he gives in it’s game over is everything. Seeing him slowly give in and fall for her was amazing. Getting to watch his personality truly come out and shine throughout the book is a lot of fun. He’s witty and sarcastic and matches Brielle so well.
Watching Roman and Brielle together is *chefs kiss*. These two are so hot when they finally give into their attraction. I could feel the heat coming off the page. They match each other’s energy so well and they balance each other out in so many different ways. Not only is their chemistry great, but their compatibility. Brielle challenges him in a way that no one really has. She’s also patient with him and allows him to open up at his own pace. Their communication once they get to that stage in their relationship is so healthy. Roman learning to be vulnerable with Brielle is so important and the way Cowan writes those scenes has me feeling so many different feelings. Roman and Brielle may be opposites in many ways but they truly makes them the best fit for each other. Their soft, quiet love contrasts so much of the beginning of their relationship but fits them so well. It adds such a unique dynamic to their relationship.
The found family aspect in this book is so good. Cowan’s use of side characters to help drive the story adds so many layers not only to the story but to the characters. The team is not only important to Roman’s character and his story but to his relationship with Brielle. I loved that we get to see how they interact as a whole. These friendships were so much fun. Also seeing Roman grow in his relationship with the team was so wonderful to watch and seeing the team accept him with open arms had me weepy.
I love this little baseball team and cannot wait to see where these men end up and who they end up with.
Review of advance copy received from Author
“Because you’ve stolen your own special corner of my mind, and I find that I’ve grown to like you there too much to shake you free.”
✔️baseball romance
✔️age gap (she’s 25, he’s 40)
✔️brother’s boss
✔️cam girl/fashion designer FMC
✔️single guardian
✔️forbidden romance
✔️no (true) 3rd act breakup
At first glance, Brielle (FMC) and Roman (MMC) don’t seem like they would work together, but they absolutely do. She’s fifteen years younger than him, a bratty (only to him) secret cam girl who is confident in herself after years of work to get to that place. He’s emotionally closed off after losing his sister, will not join the found family of the team that he manages, and only really cares about his job and his niece. Their opposites are what make them work so well together, and once she is in his heart and mind there is no going back. I love the solid, quiet love that Roman has for Brielle. He shows that he loves her far sooner than he tells her, and it’s all in the little things. He wants to take care of her, not because she can’t take care of herself, but because it’s how he shows his love.
They are both keeping a major secret, and though it (of course) comes out in the third act, I love that there isn’t an unnecessary breakup, she just takes a beat to make sure she’s going the right direction in her life. There’s no question that they love each other, but they need to take the time apart so she can think clearly. I love that they actually communicate like adults and it comes at a time when they will naturally be apart for Roman’s job anyway so it doesn’t feel super angsty. You can have compelling conflict in the third act without a breakup, and this book proves that. The respect they have for each other is unmatched. Sure, she can be pushy and bratty with him at times, but if at any point he would have told her to stop and meant it I know she would have backed off.
The timeline of this book overlaps with events from book one (Crossed Signals) a fair bit, so though these are interconnected standalone stories, I recommend starting with that one if you will be reading both to avoid spoilers. It was fun picking this one up and seeing scenes I remember from Crossed Signals play out from a different perspective. The found family in this series is excellent, and I am so excited to see other players from the team find their HEAs in future books!
*Thank you so much to the author (Hannah Cowan) and her team for the opportunity to ARC read this book! All opinions are my own*
✔️baseball romance
✔️age gap (she’s 25, he’s 40)
✔️brother’s boss
✔️cam girl/fashion designer FMC
✔️single guardian
✔️forbidden romance
✔️no (true) 3rd act breakup
At first glance, Brielle (FMC) and Roman (MMC) don’t seem like they would work together, but they absolutely do. She’s fifteen years younger than him, a bratty (only to him) secret cam girl who is confident in herself after years of work to get to that place. He’s emotionally closed off after losing his sister, will not join the found family of the team that he manages, and only really cares about his job and his niece. Their opposites are what make them work so well together, and once she is in his heart and mind there is no going back. I love the solid, quiet love that Roman has for Brielle. He shows that he loves her far sooner than he tells her, and it’s all in the little things. He wants to take care of her, not because she can’t take care of herself, but because it’s how he shows his love.
They are both keeping a major secret, and though it (of course) comes out in the third act, I love that there isn’t an unnecessary breakup, she just takes a beat to make sure she’s going the right direction in her life. There’s no question that they love each other, but they need to take the time apart so she can think clearly. I love that they actually communicate like adults and it comes at a time when they will naturally be apart for Roman’s job anyway so it doesn’t feel super angsty. You can have compelling conflict in the third act without a breakup, and this book proves that. The respect they have for each other is unmatched. Sure, she can be pushy and bratty with him at times, but if at any point he would have told her to stop and meant it I know she would have backed off.
The timeline of this book overlaps with events from book one (Crossed Signals) a fair bit, so though these are interconnected standalone stories, I recommend starting with that one if you will be reading both to avoid spoilers. It was fun picking this one up and seeing scenes I remember from Crossed Signals play out from a different perspective. The found family in this series is excellent, and I am so excited to see other players from the team find their HEAs in future books!
*Thank you so much to the author (Hannah Cowan) and her team for the opportunity to ARC read this book! All opinions are my own*
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow!!! Roman and Brielle were hot! Losing control for love us si worth it. Roman has tried to control every aspect of his life since an accident took his sister and made him guardian of his teenage niece. Both his personal and professional life were full rigid rules he lived by. He chose to never get close to his players or anyone else from fear of losing someone important. Outside of work, his niece was his priority. He spent the rest of his time working or working out instead of grieving. The only thing he did for himself was being a member for a website. That site gave him what he needed and wanted in a controlled setting. He could look from a distance without getting involved with someone else.
Brielle has always been the younger sister of a baseball star. Before the majors she was forced to games and tournaments or left at home by herself. She was neglected by her parents in favour of her brother's games. She questioned her worth when she was younger but she always tried to do everything to please them and her brother. She was off-limits but was friends with the team, especially after her best friend became a WAG. As she got older she started doing things to empower herself like the clothing line she started that flattered her figure while being comfortable. She also became a camgirl, pushing herself out of her comfort zone and giving herself extra funds as well. It was something she enjoyed while putting herself out there in a safe setting.
Brielle was attracted to Roman and liked to push his buttons on the rare occasions that he associated with the team off the field. When his niece and Brielle became friends, their interactions became more frequent until Roman couldn't stop himself from letting her in. Slowly Brielle became important to him and his,life became more colourful. He felt guilty about their relationship because he knew her secret but was scared that truth would destroy the trust. He didn't want to risk losing her. He was willing to risk everything else though including the wrath of his players. Brielle was also scared of Roman finding out her secret. She was scared he would treat her differently. When the secret did reveal itself it did cause chaos. Brielle tried to protect herself and Roman needed to prove to Brielle that he loved all of her not just the pieces that she let show.
Roman and Brielle might be at different stages in their lives with a fifteen year age difference but Roman centered Brielle and Brielle brought light into Roman's life. He was happier and allowing people into his life willingly. It didn't hurt that his niece loved her as well. Roman showed Brielle that she was worthy of love and that she shouldn't settle for less. I loved Roman and Brielle's love story with all its ups and downs and twists along the way. It was nice seeing Aubrey and Finn's relationship through Brielle's eyes as well. I definitely recommend this series so far!
Thank you Hannah Cowan for the ARC and the opportunity to review!
Brielle has always been the younger sister of a baseball star. Before the majors she was forced to games and tournaments or left at home by herself. She was neglected by her parents in favour of her brother's games. She questioned her worth when she was younger but she always tried to do everything to please them and her brother. She was off-limits but was friends with the team, especially after her best friend became a WAG. As she got older she started doing things to empower herself like the clothing line she started that flattered her figure while being comfortable. She also became a camgirl, pushing herself out of her comfort zone and giving herself extra funds as well. It was something she enjoyed while putting herself out there in a safe setting.
Brielle was attracted to Roman and liked to push his buttons on the rare occasions that he associated with the team off the field. When his niece and Brielle became friends, their interactions became more frequent until Roman couldn't stop himself from letting her in. Slowly Brielle became important to him and his,life became more colourful. He felt guilty about their relationship because he knew her secret but was scared that truth would destroy the trust. He didn't want to risk losing her. He was willing to risk everything else though including the wrath of his players. Brielle was also scared of Roman finding out her secret. She was scared he would treat her differently. When the secret did reveal itself it did cause chaos. Brielle tried to protect herself and Roman needed to prove to Brielle that he loved all of her not just the pieces that she let show.
Roman and Brielle might be at different stages in their lives with a fifteen year age difference but Roman centered Brielle and Brielle brought light into Roman's life. He was happier and allowing people into his life willingly. It didn't hurt that his niece loved her as well. Roman showed Brielle that she was worthy of love and that she shouldn't settle for less. I loved Roman and Brielle's love story with all its ups and downs and twists along the way. It was nice seeing Aubrey and Finn's relationship through Brielle's eyes as well. I definitely recommend this series so far!
Thank you Hannah Cowan for the ARC and the opportunity to review!
June 5, 2026
🌟🌟🌟🌟 1/2
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
After Hours, the second book in the Vancouver Havoc series by Hannah Cowan gave me my first taste of a wide age gap romance.
Let’s start with the fact that I love Roman Shore. I wanted to know more about him from what I read in Crossed Signals… which was just a teaser to what’s to come when reading this book. There was so many layers to him to peel back. He held on to so much and Hannah slowly chips away at those walls he built around him for protection - not just from Brielle, but from his team and himself.
Initially I was on the fence when it came to Brielle. I thought she was a little too pushy and very aggressive when it came to Roman. Those feelings changed however when I started noticing the reasoning for her wanting Roman so much. It wasn’t out of desperation but rather the craving of wanting to be wanted - and loved, flaws and all.
Wes is my favorite in this book and I wanted to see his story. There has to be one about him. Behind the protective older brother is a young man who is so conflicted by what is expected of him. He and Brielle are so alike in many ways… they both want to accepted for who they are. I just loved their relationship and at times felt that Brielle morphed into the older sibling when protecting him from the pain of unaccepting parents.
I didn’t feel this was as insta-lust as it has been described. It was more mutual pining on Roman’s part, but with moments of hesitation. He knew what he was risking. Brielle, initially was feeding a craving she had for him but over time found herself loving everything about him as they spent time together. I loved their chemistry together. I absolutely loved how they met each other in and felt comfortable with sharing things, no matter how messy they were at times or how painful it may have been.
The only thing I wished was that Roman’s niece was younger…it would have been nice to see a six year age gap between her Brielle than a mere two year one. I see where Hannah was going with it in the story and truthfully, it didn’t make me dislike the book at all. It didn’t take me out of the book.
I love that I got to read this book early as a member of Hannah’s team. Overall I love this story and can’t wait for more of the series. I definitely want Wes to have a story.
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
After Hours, the second book in the Vancouver Havoc series by Hannah Cowan gave me my first taste of a wide age gap romance.
Let’s start with the fact that I love Roman Shore. I wanted to know more about him from what I read in Crossed Signals… which was just a teaser to what’s to come when reading this book. There was so many layers to him to peel back. He held on to so much and Hannah slowly chips away at those walls he built around him for protection - not just from Brielle, but from his team and himself.
Initially I was on the fence when it came to Brielle. I thought she was a little too pushy and very aggressive when it came to Roman. Those feelings changed however when I started noticing the reasoning for her wanting Roman so much. It wasn’t out of desperation but rather the craving of wanting to be wanted - and loved, flaws and all.
Wes is my favorite in this book and I wanted to see his story. There has to be one about him. Behind the protective older brother is a young man who is so conflicted by what is expected of him. He and Brielle are so alike in many ways… they both want to accepted for who they are. I just loved their relationship and at times felt that Brielle morphed into the older sibling when protecting him from the pain of unaccepting parents.
I didn’t feel this was as insta-lust as it has been described. It was more mutual pining on Roman’s part, but with moments of hesitation. He knew what he was risking. Brielle, initially was feeding a craving she had for him but over time found herself loving everything about him as they spent time together. I loved their chemistry together. I absolutely loved how they met each other in and felt comfortable with sharing things, no matter how messy they were at times or how painful it may have been.
The only thing I wished was that Roman’s niece was younger…it would have been nice to see a six year age gap between her Brielle than a mere two year one. I see where Hannah was going with it in the story and truthfully, it didn’t make me dislike the book at all. It didn’t take me out of the book.
I love that I got to read this book early as a member of Hannah’s team. Overall I love this story and can’t wait for more of the series. I definitely want Wes to have a story.
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