Audiobook Reviews | All In Series by Helena Hunting
TITLE: A Lie For A Lie
SERIES: All In #1
AUTHOR: Helena Hunting
GENRE: Contemporary Romance
RELEASE DATE: October 15th, 2019
From the New York Times bestselling author of the Pucked series comes a romantic comedy about instant attraction, second chances, and not-so-little white lies.
Sometimes I need an escape from the demands, the puck bunnies, and the notoriety that come with being an NHL team captain. I just want to be a normal guy for a few weeks. So when I leave Chicago for some peace and quiet, the last thing I expect is for a gorgeous woman to literally fall into my lap on a flight to Alaska. Even better, she has absolutely no idea who I am.
Lainey is the perfect escape from my life. My plan for seclusion becomes a monthlong sex fest punctuated with domestic bliss. But it ends just as abruptly as it began. When I’m called away on a family emergency, I realize too late that I have no way to contact Lainey.
A year later, a chance encounter throws Lainey and me together again. But I still have a lie hanging over my head, and Lainey’s keeping secrets of her own. With more than lust at stake, the truth may be our game changer.
⭐️ 4 “Alaskan Nights” Stars ⭐️
The All In Series had been on my TBR list for a while, so I finally decided to read it (listen to the audiobook) as I loved the Pucked Series and both of them are interconnected.
A Lie For A Lie intrigued me from the start, but the progression of the story was a little too slow for me. I gradually felt myself invested in Rook and Lainey’s story though! I wouldn’t say they were the most interesting characters individually, but as a couple I was engaged in their romance that was sweet and emotional. The way they easily connect on their shared summer in Alaska, then get abruptly separated for a year and finally get their second chance was truly beautiful. There was sparks of humor, but mostly this book was romantic and lovely with a few surprises along the way.
The narrators of the audiobook did a great job conveying all the feels. Helena Hunting penned here an alluring series that I can’t wait to continue with A Favor For A Favor!
TITLE: A Favor For A Favor
SERIES: All In #2
AUTHOR: Helena Hunting
GENRE: Contemporary Romance
RELEASE DATE: Januray 28th, 2020
From the New York Times bestselling author of Pucked and A Lie for a Lie, a new stand-alone romance about trading favors, battling wills, and winning love.
When I joined Seattle’s NHL expansion team, I thought it was the start of something great. But nothing ever goes the way you expect. Take my introduction to my new neighbor. She came rolling in on the hot mess express at midnight, making a racket while she tried to get into my team captain’s apartment. Did I mention that he’s married to a woman who definitely was not her?
Imagine my surprise when I end up with an injury that has me out of the game for weeks, and she’s the one to offer to help me. I should probably add that she’s not the captain’s mistress. She’s his sexy, pastel-haired younger sister.
So we come up with an arrangement: she rehabs me so that I can get back on the ice sooner, and she can add a professional athlete that isn’t her brother to her client list. Seems simple enough. As long as I can keep my hands to myself and my hormones in check.
⭐️ 4.5 "Olive & Pineapple" Stars ⭐️
A Favor For A Favor was such a wonderful addition to the All In Series!
I enjoyed the start of Stevie and Bishop’s relationship filled with animosity, but also charged with undeniable attraction. They just match so well and when Stevie helps Bishop with his rehabilitation after an injury, sparks are flying between them! Their conversations are so funny and flirtatious after all the hate they shared at first. I was literally dying for them to bring their friendship to the next level, because their chemistry was that explosive.
I enjoyed seeing Rook (hero from A Lie For A Lie) as Stevie’s protective big brother. Bishop doesn’t have the best relationship with him, sharing a certain rivalry with his new teammate. It certainly makes things even more complicated with his feelings for the woman growing stronger.
The narrators did a fantastic job giving life to these amazing protagonists. It was a pleasure as always to watch beloved characters from the Pucked Series intermingle.
A Favor For A Favor had me totally captivated and entertained! Between laugther and tension, emotion and passion, this couple was the best!
TITLE: A Secret For A Secret
SERIES: All In #3
AUTHOR: Helena Hunting
GENRE: Contemporary Romance
RELEASE DATE: May 12th, 2020
From New York Times bestselling author Helena Hunting comes a new romance about trading secrets, breaking the rules, and playing for keeps.
My name is Ryan Kingston, and I’m a rule follower. I’ve never been in a fistfight. I always obey the speed limit. I don’t get drunk, and I definitely don’t pick up random women at bars.
Except the night I found out that my whole existence has been a lie.
I got drunk. And picked up a stranger.
Her name was Queenie, and she was everything I’m not: reckless, impulsive, and chaotic. We did shots and traded secrets. And ended up naked at my place.
She left me a thank-you note in the morning and her panties as a parting gift. But no way to contact her.
Six weeks later I’m sitting in the first official team meeting of the season, and there she is. I neglected to mention that I’m the goalie for Seattle’s NHL team.
And Queenie? Turns out she’s the general manager’s daughter.
⭐️ 5 "Good Guy" Stars ⭐️
This third installment in the All In Series is without a doubt my favorite. A Secret For A Secret was so entertaining, but also emotional and romantic!
The highlight of this novel is Ryan Kingston! Omg, this guy is so thoughtful and different from the usual heroes I read about! It certainly enhance his attractiveness in my eyes. King is the nice, calm guy and maybe it’s the reason he fits so well with Queenie’s rebellious personality. As much as this heroine is passionate and extrovert, she hides deep scars. These two have such an incredible chemistry with all the flirting and banter. They bring each other out of their comfort zone and that's what I love most about them; watch them blossom!
As it was the case with the previous audiobooks in the series, the narration is perfection. This story has everything to give you a good time with the right mix of humor, feels and sexiness! I enjoyed the presence of Rook, Lainey, Bishop, Stevie, Alex, Violet, Jake and little Lavender (I'm so intrigued for he book Little Lies). The supporting cast certainly brings a deeper dimension to the novel.
Overall, A Secret For A Secret is the perfect package and conclude so well the series!
NYT and USA Today Bestselling author, Helena Hunting lives outside of Toronto with her amazing family and her two awesome cats, who think the best place to sleep is her keyboard. Helena writes everything from contemporary romance with all the feels to romantic comedies that will have you laughing until you cry.
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