Beating the Odds

by Michele Shriver

After watching his older brother fall into the gang lifestyle, Austin Wilke found his escape on the ice, working to be the best hockey player he could be. Now, after realizing his NHL dream, Austin has the opportunity to use his celebrity status to help other troubled kids. Heading up a brand-new nonprofit is a challenge, but as the director of the San Antonio Youth Center, Shannon Eaves finds it helps a lot to have a professional hockey team in her corner, ready to pitch a hand and help her out. It also doesn’t hurt that each player is sexier than th.e next, and sparks immediately fly between Austin and Shannon. When one of the Center’s wayward teens lands in trouble, the two team up to help him in surprising way. Will their mission to save the troubled young man spell the end of their burgeoning relationship, or can they triumph even when the odds seem stacked against them?

115 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 27, 2017

Reviews

[B.J. Porter · Rating 4 out of 5]

A feel good story!

Predictable but heartwarming story of sacrifice and making room in your heart and home for something bigger. Jai was troubled, but adorable. I was sorry the story did not give us a glimpse of his future. Still a good read.

[Rachelle Ayala · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked the storyline, especially with Jailen, the teen at risk. Wish the book was longer and we got more dates/moments with Shannon and Austin, but it was a well written and complete novella form.

[Mommysmoose · Rating 4 out of 5]

Austin and Shannon both love kids. Both want to do something to help troubled youth. But, when one of the Youth center kids ends up needing both Shannon and Austin they step up but, can they make it work? This book was really good. I really enjoyed the passion both Shannon and Austin have for kids and their commitment. This is a really great series that touches on many different subjects.