Release Blitz & Review: Sticks and Stones (Shadow Valley U #1) by S. Massery, S.J. Sylvis

 
Sticks and Stones by S. Massery & S.J. Sylvis is now live!

Title: Sticks and Stones Series: Shadow Valley U #1 Authors: S. Massery, S.J. Sylvis Release Date: December 7, 2023

Sticks and stones may break our bones…

Hockey is my life.

After Wren Davis puts my dreams of the NHL in jeopardy, I vow to make her life hell if she ever comes near me again.

But she’s my best friend’s foster sister, and even though they don’t live together anymore, their bond is still tight, which makes avoiding each other extra difficult.

Especially when I show up at Shadow Valley University and learn my new room comes with an unwelcome addition: Wren Davis.

As much as I try to make her life hell, she gives it right back, until she’s not just under my skin but constantly on my mind. 

But some things can’t be forgiven, and fraternizing with the enemy is the last thing either of us want. 

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Disclaimer: I received this book at no cost from the publisher/author. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. I am leaving a voluntary review and all opinions are my own.

I have been a superfan of S. Massery since her Fallen Royals series was in its infancy and I decided to give the first book a try. It completely hooked me and I have been a goner ever since. I was super excited to try this new venture with author S.J. Sylvis. I am basically on cloud nine right now, folks!

I was completely blown away by this book! The combined writing style of these two authors was so seamless and fluid. It held S. Massery's signature dark style with gritty undertones. These two authors complimented each other so well. I am definitely going to have to pick up some of S.J. Sylvis's solo works in the near future. If you are looking for a compelling plot then look no further because this book was unputdownable. These authors will hook you and keep you intertwined in the story until the last page. I loved the plot and the way the authors crafted their story. I was very impressed with the vivid imagery in the world-building that made me feel so immersed in every single detail.

These characters were so multi-dimensional and distinct. There is some fantastic character development as well. It's easy to fall in love with these characters because they are so vibrant and they stand out. The characters were complex but also relatable. I adored the cast of supporting characters and I can't wait for more of them in future books. 

I love a romance with tons of witty banter and this one did not disappoint. Wren and Stone had it in spades. The two of them are very well-matched. I liked that they had a past together where things took a bad turn because it made the emotions really intense. Their love story is a true journey. Once Stone softens to Wren he doesn't play around. He is hardcore protective and loving. Wren and Stone's chemistry was undeniable and the sexual tension was a tangible thing. 

On a side note, I am totally in love with this cover! Gah! It is absolutely perfect.

Overall, this is the friends-to-enemies-to-lovers hockey romance that you didn't know you needed until it existed. S. Massery really knows how to get your emotions in a tizzy and now I know that S.J. Sylvis does as well. These authors brought all of their strengths to play in this book and combined them to create an outstanding hockey romance with plenty of originality. This book needs to be your next one-click!

Meet S. Massery

S. Massery is a dark romance author who loves injecting a good dose of suspense into her stories. She lives in Western Massachusetts with her dog, Alice.

Before adventuring into the world of writing, she went to college in Boston and held a wide variety of jobs--including working on a dude ranch in Wyoming (a personal highlight). She has a love affair with coffee and chocolate. When S. Massery isn't writing, she can be found devouring books, playing outside with her dog, or trying to make people smile.

 

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Meet S.J. Sylvis

S.J. Sylvis is an Amazon top 50 and USA Today bestselling author who is best known for her angsty new adult romances. She currently resides in Arizona with her husband, two young kiddos, and dog. She is obsessed with coffee, becomes easily attached to fictional characters, and spends most of her evenings buried in a book!

 

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