Wow! This series just keeps getting better and better. And Ms. Bowen is high on my one-click list! 
 Once again we get wonderful characters, a terrific storyline and emotions that that are so real that you feel as if they're your own! If you know me, you know that I love love...and I love angst...and I love a good cry. Well, Ms. Bowen managed to give me all of that and more. 
 This story was so touching. It burrowed itself into my heart before I even knew what was happening. And, it made me angry at a world that can somehow deny love and acceptance for everyone. Now, I don't want to stand on my soapbox, after all, this should be about the book...but, come on world, stop being so judgmental and mean!!! Love and happiness is everyone's right!!!! 
 OK...now that that's off my chest (sort of), let's talk about Graham and Rikker. These two guys won my heart with their differences as well as with their similarities. They had a history, one that was not all good, and they had shared struggles. They had guilt and family issues and many obstacles to overcome, both from within themselves and the outside world. And they were brave! Yes, brave! Rikker embraced his reality and shared it with the world. Graham feared repercussions...and it made him very unsure. I know that some who read this book may not agree (and I've seen reviews that claim quite the opposite) but I think that ultimately, Graham was brave. The prejudices he faces are ones that I can't even pretend to understand and so I gave him the benefit of the doubt, and the time he needed to figure things out. Coming out, when you've been brought up to believe it's wrong, is a tough decision to make. 
 This story is told from a dual POV so we're treated to the inner thoughts of both Rikker and Graham. We're able to learn about their past and better understand their emotions from a very personal level. I loved their interactions and I adored their banter. Once again, this story is set within the backdrop of the hockey world, one that's difficult to navigate for anyone who doesn't fit the mold. The reactions of their teammates and friends were very realistic and left me in a constant state of happiness and anxiety. I was rooting for them so hard that it was easy to hate those that weren't. The secondary characters were very well developed and I adored both Bella and Rikker's grandmother. Such feisty, amazing women! I'm so excited that Bella's getting her very own book!! 
 So...I'm guessing that you've figured out by now that I'd highly recommend not only this book but this series as well. The characters, the storylines, and the emotions they evoke are fantastic. And, paired with with flawless writing that Ms. Bowen has a knack for...well, these should definitely be on your TBR!! What are you waiting for???