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I really enjoyed this book. I mean who doesn’t love a hockey romance novel? Not to mention your brothers best friend trope!
The characters are relatable and I love the dynamics between the 2 main character. Though Ben is quiet, and introverted, there are some super sweet moments between him and Mabel.
One aspect of the book that I always applaud authors for including is domestic violence and though Mabel doesn’t endure DV in the physical way, it still highlights what a person goes through in other forms of abuse. I love when a novel also shines light on everyday issues such as this.
Overall I give this 4/5 stars and would recommend to family and friends.

4 ½ Stars for this hockey romance!

This is a cute romance that had me laughing-out-loud. I loved Mabel, she had her own style and wouldn't change for anyone ... even her controlling boyfriend. It was a nice change that the hockey player wasn't a "player" and in fact, he was quite shy. But yet Ben had a heart of gold and would do anything for the ones he loved. I was rolling on the floor laughing when he tried to break out of his shell and speak to random people ... you'll see what I mean. Then there's the steam ... Ms. Jamieson sure knows how to write it!

Ben is a NHL player and moves in with his best friend until his condo renovation is finished. But when his friend's little sister needs a place to stay, she ends up at her brothers place. Ben thought that Mabel was quirky way back when ... now, she's still a little quirky, but she's stunning. Then there's that unspoken rule ... stay away from your best friend's little sister. Mabel leaves her boyfriend, quits her job and moves in with her brother until she can get back on her feet. The only problem is Ben! She had a huge crush on him when she was a teenager ... and apparently that hasn't changed.

I received an ARC courtesy of Boldwood Books through NetGalley.

This was an amazing book to read. I loved the second chance part but also the teammate's sister trope. But what I loved most about this story is that both were dealing with issues and they were there for each other. The whole hockey team was great together and I've loved all their interactions. There were some funny moments when they lived together with her brother.
I would absolutely read this book again

Crossing the Line is another highly enjoyable hockey romance from one of my go-to authors in the genre, Kelly Jamieson. Easy to read with hidden depths, this one made me laugh and cry both.

Though not completely perfect—the use of newer slang definitely took me out of the story and had me side-eyeing my Gen Alpha kid, for example—this book was nevertheless fun to read because of Ben and Mabel. Opposites on the surface, the common ground they find as each struggle to discover out who they are when out of their comfort zone makes their romance all the more rewarding. Simply put, they are adorable together. Their roles are flipped from what one might expect in a sports romance—he's the awkward introvert, she's the lives-out-loud type—but they are far from caricatures. Instead, they’re relatable and that makes it impossible not to root for them.

There is much about this world that I would like to see expanded on—fair warning, there is one moment in particular that is heartbreaking and that I would’ve liked to get more closure on—so I am hoping that this is just the first foray into this new hockey team of Jamieson’s, starting with Mabel’s twin, Marek, please!

This was actually a really cute romance book, which I didn't expect from a sports romance but it was a pleasant surprise. I also liked that the extrovert and introvert roles were reversed.

Thank you NetGalley for this digital ARC

3⭐️

This was fine. It’s not one that I would jump to recommend but it’s not a hard pass either. The characters were relatable and the story was okay, there was just something off for me.

I absolutely loved this book! It was heartfelt, inspiring, steamy, and funny. Mabel's quirkiness kept me smiling and laughing. Ben's shyness was adorable. They had a beautiful connection. I loved how they accepted each other for who they were. They also helped to show each other that they were worthy of love just the way they were.

Thank you so much NetGalley for this early copy of Crossing the Line! This is a super cute brothers best friend hockey romance where the MMC and FMC help each other grow and over come so over their fears like public speaking and trusting again. Ben is a swoon worthy MMC who will protect those he loves and his teammates! Mabel is a quirky and fun FMC who doesn’t change for anyone and grows to not be scared of being herself! This book is perfect for anyone who likes sports romances!

Having read some other Hockey books from Kelly Jamieson, I was happy to pick up Crossing The Line. And although it has the familiar crush on brother’s best friend trope, I still enjoy Kelly’s story.

Even more, because in this case it is the tough hockey star, Ben, who is the shy one and Mabel the outgoing one. I like how Kelly gets to weave some more mature and real life themas into her stories. They give the characters more depth and feel. So, in all, a great read.

Wonderful characters and a sappy story. Perfect for a cold winter day. Four out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc

I really enjoyed reading Crossing the Line!
Once I started reading it, I couldn’t put it down. Sure the story is quirky….but, I enjoy reading a quirky book once in awhile. Because I need to laugh out loud, smile and swoon instead of gasp, cringe and be terrified from my usual thriller reads. Crossing the Line was the perfect book for me to read during winter break.
Main characters, Mable and Ben, are just adorable in so many ways. The chemistry between them is on point. A introvert and extrovert put in a forced proximity situation….what can go wrong?????
All in all, a very entertaining, funny and, spicy read.
Thank you NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

“I want to be the person you feel brave enough to be vulnerable and honest with" A great love story about trust, honesty, friendship and family. Ben and Mabel's relationship is not ak easy one. But they fight their own demons and help each other be a better version of themselves.
Thanks to NetGalley for providing a copy of the book. This is my honest review.

A great book and even better characters! I was hooked from the first page! Can’t wait for more from this series!

This has so much going for it. It's a great romance, the characters have so much chemistry. However, the deeper storyline about confidence and support was lovely too.

I went into this book, very excited based on the description and felt like it was a cute read that missed the mark on some big things. I loved the author’s description of introversion and the way that she describes the main male character and his journey with becoming more confident in his introversion. I felt like the female main character’s experience with emotional abuse was handled in a very true and appropriate manner.
However, there was a lot of basic stuff, but I felt like just missed the mark. A lot of the dialogue felt very clunky both in day-to-day scenes and especially in the spicy scenes. I definitely saw some moments of foreshadowing for some other characters (should the author decide to make this into a series) but even that was barely alluded to and felt forgotten.

Thank you NetGalley for the arc!

Many thanks to NetGalley for providing me an e-arc in change for a honest review.

This is the first book I’ve read by the author and id definitely read more, I don’t think I would have picked it up as an arc because the cover doesn’t really appeal to me,however I throughly enjoyed this from start to finish… the only part that threw me off was the random baby death within the book but despite that part it’s definitely worth a read if you enjoy a hockey brothers best friend book!!

Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I absolutely adored this book. Both main characters had so much development and growth, but what really sold me was the banter and the chemistry between them.

The brother's best friend is always a win for me honestly. And having a hockey player in it was a nice touch, even though I could have a bit more hockey into the book.

In general, a really nice read.

✨ What I Loved:

Personal Growth: Both Ben and Mabel are navigating challenges, and their support for each other makes their connection feel real and emotional.

The Banter: Witty and charming, their playful dialogue keeps the story fun.

The Chemistry: A slow burn that delivers all the tension and swoon-worthy moments.

Hockey Vibes: Perfect for sports romance fans, with just the right amount of action on and off the ice.

Family Dynamics: The “best friend’s sister” trope is handled thoughtfully, adding warmth and humor to the story.

Final Thoughts:
Crossing the Line is an emotional, sexy romance about two people learning to lean on each other while rediscovering themselves. If you love hockey romances or the “best friend’s sister” trope, this one’s a winner. Kelly Jamieson delivers again!

Thank you to Boldwood Books, NetGalley and Kelly Jamieson for giving me a chance to read this arc early! From the first page, I loved Mabel. She had been through a tough relationship but stuck to her guns and was determined to figure out the next steps for her career and her life. I also loved that she was unique and outgoing. As she and Ben started falling for each other, I quickly realized he was her perfect match. I was so glad that Mabel loved and appreciated Ben as he was. This is one of the best hockey romances I have read.

Thank you Netgalley, Boldwood Books, and Kelly Jamieson for the chance to read and review this book!

I will always eat up a hockey romance and this was no exception. I also love the brother's best friend trope so I was super excited for this one. I really enjoyed Mabel and Ben as characters and I thought their dynamic worked really well together.

I do wish this book was longer though because it felt a bit rushed. I know Mabel and Ben have history as teenagers but getting to "I love you" after only a couple weeks wasn't super believable to me. I do think their attraction to each other was evident and the spice was decent (although a little cringey) but how quickly they were saying ily to each other was kind of an ick.

It's not my favorite romance book ever but it was decent and a fast read so overall I still enjoyed this. if you're into hockey romance I would recommend it!

I have always loved Kelly Jamieson’s hockey romances so I was very excited when this came up for request.
I absolutely adored Ben and Mabel’s story! It’s sweet, sexy, and steamy! The title is in the money too! They are amazing characters who are so lovable. Marek and some of the teammates we get interaction with are also wonderful and I hope they get their own books.
I would not really consider this erotica, but there are some explicit sex scenes with some serious dirty talk from Ben. It’s always the quiet ones. It is very sexy! But nothing over the top in my opinion.
Mabel is Ben’s teammate and current roommate Marek’s (aka Smitty) little sister so you know there is going to be a problem when she comes to live with them after a bad break up and there is definitely carefully disguised interest for both Ben and Mabel. They strike up a friendship when she agrees to help him become more extroverted to help him be named team captain. But their friendship slowly gives in to the chemistry and desire they have both been trying to ignore. And that’s when the sparks really fly! And the line is crossed! I love them together and love their journey to HEA, which is not without a few issues that come up but that’s what makes things interesting. I am hoping this is part of a new series because I can definitely get on board with that!