The Trouble with #9

4.5 Stars I've been waiting for this one since reading the prequel and the ending of the first book. When I first dived in I wasn't so sure of Maksim, but he proved he is one of the good ones. I loved Paisley. I want to be friends with her and Jana. Maksim just stole my heart and it broke for him through out this book. I'm not gonna lie I teared up a couple times while reading this one. It's a book that pulls on the heartstrings. Along with the heart there was plenty of humor. I loved the banter between Paisley and Maksim. Their humor was a big bonus for me. I mean it is one of the reasons why I love Piper Rayne books. This book took me on a beautiful journey. The tease for the next book has me wanting it now!

Rating: 4.5 Stars Maksim is good at keeping secrets. He’s also very cocky. Paisley has a job that helps people but there are boundaries that must be observed. In her personal life, she has some insecurities that keep popping up. Our authors have created an interesting connection between our main characters. Maksim is a self-assured Russian hockey player who knows what he wants. Paisley knows what she wants but seems to have second guesses when actually following through. That was until she found the right man. The audiobook version will help the reader when it comes to hearing someone talk with a slight accent. Mr. Paige was a great voice for Maksim but since I’ve heard a few books told by him, there were times when his natural voice came through. I didn’t mind that though since it didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the tale. Ms. Sylvan is a new narrator for me. It was a pleasure listening to her bring Paisley to life. She also did a good job with a male voice. This was a duo that I look forward to hearing again. I loved the book and will certainly read it again but when I need to be hands-free, the audio version will be my choice. But I think that with the ending, the audiobook wins out. This is a series that I can see having a marathon read once it is complete. In the meantime, I can enjoy each book as they come out. I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.

The Trouble with #9 is the second book in Piper Rayne’s Hockey Hotties series. I devoured this story. There is so much to love. It is a fun, light-hearted story with passion, humour and love and I couldn’t put it down from start to finish. Maksim and Paisley have such fantastic chemistry! After being introduced to these characters and reading about their sexy New Years Eve kiss in the prequel novella I’ve been intrigued and wanting more of them. Paisley is the hockey team’s therapist and she has been tasked with taking on Makism as a patient to help him work out his anger issues which is affecting his ice play. This of course now makes a relationship between them forbidden and off limits. Maksim is not interested in talking about his feelings at all and would much rather get to know Paisley on a personal level and wants to pursue her romantically. He is charming and flirty and the more time he spends with Paisley the more he is determined to date her. I love the progression of their relationship and undeniable sparks. On top of the romance between Maksim and Paisley I loved the friendship and comrade between Maksim and his teammates. Their antics are entertaining and had me laughing one moment and swooning the next. They are a supportive group and their friendships only strengthen with each book. I cannot wait for Ford’s story next.