📚 Book Review ~ Game Changer – A story of courage, love and self-discovery born on the sports field.

Hello friends, I hope you are all well. We have seen that sports romance books usually present the excitement of the game and the emotion of love in one thread. Although this book is in that genre, it is not just a love story, it is a story of self-discovery, courage and standing up against the pressure of society.

The author has very sensitively and realistically presented the struggle of surviving with a gay identity in the world of a difficult and patriarchal sport like ice hockey. The book is confident and very beautifully presented.

At the center of the story are two characters, one is a popular NHL ice hockey player, Scott Hunter, and the other is a talented and confident referee, Kip Grady. Through an unexpected event, they meet and gradually that acquaintance turns into friendship, then love. But this love is not easy. Scott is a well-known athlete, whose career, team, and fan expectations are very stressful. On the other hand, Kip is much more clear and confident about his identity. Personal feelings towards professional responsibility, fear of being exposed, and the courage to take risks for love.

What I liked most about reading this book is its simple but emotional presentation. Even though the story moves at a slow pace, it does not feel boring anywhere. The feelings of the characters are very natural and believable. Scott's inner fear and hesitation, and Kip's confidence and patience, these two opposing mindsets, make the story deeper. The author did not force any drama, but rather created a depth of relationship through small moments. This book will be very enjoyable for those who want to see representation, acceptance, and self-growth with sports romance.

This book is a heartwarming sports romance novel that highlights the importance of courage and self-discovery alongside love. It's not just a love story, but a story about accepting your own truth. If you like sports fiction and romance, this book is a must-read. The key here is to see how your confidence and courage can help you change your life.