July 2025 reread - just as good as the first time, flew through it! The author posted a reel that reminded me how much I enjoyed this trope, so I had a great time rereading it. Teagan’s books are lighthearted romances that make you feel good!
I love a good surprise pregnancy romance! Lowell, famous hockey player, hates weddings. No one hates wedding as much as his teammate's sister-in-law, Hollis. These two hook up at the wedding of Hollis' sister and Lowell's teammate. Though they had a great connection, they don't plan on seeing each other again. Several weeks later, what was thought to be food poisoning is really a surprise baby on the way!
I loved seeing Hollis and Lowell attempt to be friends during the pregnancy, when both of them really wanted to take their relationship to the next level. Both of them have been badly hurt in previous relationships so you totally understand their hesitance to try love again. However, once Lowell realized Hollis was pregnant, after a few knocks to the head by his friends to shake off his shock, he was there every step of the way.
It was so fun seeing the characters from past books, while also getting a good glimpse at who the next book will be about. This low-angst hockey romance was so easy to read, and I loved Hollis and Lowell's HEA!
TROPES: surprise pregnancy; one night stand; hockey romance; low angst; love after heartbreak