Chasing the Prize

Men of the Ice #5

by Michele Shriver

Ryder Carrigan may never be an NHL superstar, and that suits him just fine. He doesn’t need individual awards—he just wants his name etched on hockey’s ultimate prize, and he doesn’t want anything to distract him on his path to get there. Especially not some silly bachelor auction that he’s roped into participating in. After putting her career first for too long, television reporter Jessica Rowan is searching for a quiet guy to settle down with. She has no interest in hockey or hockey players, and certainly not in the Generals’ bachelor auction that she’s forced to cover for her TV station.Jess is furious when a friend bids for her to land a date with the Generals’ winger, but when Ryder and Jess come face to face, will their priorities change as they realize the ultimate prize—love—might be right there before them?

138 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 21, 2016

Reviews

[Rebecca Austin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ryder Carrigan is one of the alternate Captains for the San Antonio Generals and has been roped into participating in the Charity Bachelor Auction for his team to raise money for Suicide Prevention. He has no desire at all to participate but will reluctantly do what is required of him.

Jessica Rowan, who works for the local news station, is being forced to cover the auction for an ABC affiliate and also as a favor to her best friend, Charlene Simmons, who is organizing the event. When Char enters Jessica's name unexpectedly she is shocked when she wins a date with Ryder.

Both Ryder and Jessica enter into the date reluctantly but soon discover that they enjoy each other's company. Yet when Jessica learns how dedicated Ryder is to his team and his routine she soon discovers herself on the outside. Will Ryder learn to accommodate his new relationship with Jessica or will she decide that his road lifestyle is not what she is interested in?

This was another great book in the Men of Ice Series and I am loving this team!

Ryder had been so independent for so long and not interested in casual pick-ups that he really had no idea how to balance the different sides of his life and made some innocent mistakes that ending up costing him. He definitely never would have hurt Jessica on purpose but did so and therefore has to try to make everything right.

Jessica was quick to fly off the handle but that being said I completely understood where she was coming from and why she was hesitant to enter into a relationship with someone who was on the road traveling so much. I liked how she was a professional and had worked hard to achieve her dreams.

Another great book and I can't wait to see what's in store with the next one!

[Diane Lynch Lynch · Rating 4 out of 5]

Chasing the Prize (Men of the Ice Book 5) by Michele Shriver Television reporter Jessica Rowan is covering the San Antonio Generals’ bachelor auction and is livid after her friend, Charlene Simmons, bids for her to win a date with NHL winger, Ryder Carrigan. The last thing alternate captain, Ryder Carrigan, wants to do is participate in a bachelor auction.  However, when the two meet they might have more in common than they would have expected.  This contemporary sports romance is suitable for new adult and adult audiences. 
 
I like Ryder.  He is serious about hockey to a fault.  I appreciate after Ryder was called out by one of his teammates, he realizes that he needs to achieve more balance in his life.   This is a valuable life lesson that can benefit everyone.   I felt bad that Jessica was blindsided at the auction, but I love that her friend bid on Ryder for her.  They have some obstacles to overcome that make the story interesting. The two have great chemistry and make an excellent couple. 
 
At ninety-seven pages, this story is a fast and captivating read that I finished in one sitting.  I enjoyed the charity scene in the beginning and thought that was a clever way for the characters to get together.  Chasing the Prize is a fun story and entertaining read.  I’m looking forward to Casey and Charlene’s story next in Book six, Making an Impact.
 
Complimentary copy provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.

[Elizabeth Clinton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chasing the Prize is the next installment in The Men of Ice Series and we get to meet the very determined Ryder Carrigan. Alternate Captain of The San Antonio Generals he most definitely has his eye on the biggest prize in hockey that being the Stanley Cup and that is what he is solely set on. But what catches his eye is the beautiful Jessica Rowan.
Jessica Rowan local anchorwoman meets Ryder at the most unusual places but with the help of her good friend finds her going on a date with Ryder.
What seems like two people who would be great together come to a crossroads but can they overcome the differences to be a couple or do they walk away. You most definitely are cheering this couple on throughout hoping they can find that HEA.

[Mommysmoose · Rating 4 out of 5]

Jessica is a hard working nightly news anchor covering a bachelor auction to raise money for the prevention of suicide. Ryder is obsessed with winning the Stanley cup and doesn't like social events. But, since its for a good cause he participates and when Jessica's best friend is the highest bidder in Jessica's name, Ryder finds himself going on an amazing date. Quickly having him change his priorities and finding a much needed balance in his life. This book was another fantastic addition to the Men of the Ice series. Quick and funny. I loved the pool scene. Can't wait for more.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

An adorable fast read that centers around two very relateable people. The circumstances surrounding the begining of the relationship may be a little kitschy, but it makes for a great read. The underlying theme is finding balance in your life. Who can't relate to that?

[Ann Quinn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love everything by Michele Shriver

Her story is so down to earth funny and heart breaking at the same time I would recommend this to anyone who likes sports romance