She was a laughingstock.A hippie. A tree-hugger. A granola, crunchy, millennial who worried about how her food was grown and what she put into her body and GMOs and . . .Had a secret chocolate addiction.Because even though she cared about all of those things, a girl had to live too. And Rebecca couldn’t live her life without 90% Cacao Super Dark Chocolate.Addictions aside, it was her job to help … Chocolate.
Addictions aside, it was her job to help keep the players on the San Francisco Gold healthy and she was damned good at it, so her hippie, granola background (and maybe also her PhD in Nutritional Sciences) had come in handy, at least to some degree.
Especially since the team had taken home the league’s top prize last season.
Unfortunately, not everyone thought her contributions were important.
In fact, some people—cough one Dr. Gabe Carter—thought her position with the team was unnecessary. He thought her diet was too restrictive, her meal plan too out there. He’d actually told Rebecca that her program hadn’t been an important factor in the Gold’s successful season.
But dammit, she knew she’d made a difference with the team, knew her work was important, and it didn’t matter that Gabe was gorgeous and a talented doctor, he still didn’t have any right to—
Kiss her.
No.
Kiss her or make her feel small.
Yes, that. The second one. He was a jerk. She didn’t like him or care about his opinions and she definitely wasn’t in love with him. Definitely hadn’t been in love with him the moment she’d laid eyes on him—
Sigh.
She definitely was.
And to make matters worse? Gabe knew.
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A fun read!
Opposites do attract!!
Rebecca has crushing anxiety and everyday she puts herself out there to do something she loves and believes in. Dr Gabe is her biggest critic in the Gold organisation and constantly questions her nutrition advice.
Once he pulls his blinkers off and sees her for who she is they start on a journey to friendship with the promise of so much more.
Loved this story. Both characters Gave and Rebecca have suffered traumas in their own rights and have coped differently. He closed off and shit down when faced with the reminder of what he lost. And she just isolated herself from all hurt and possible loss. Loved the fact that despite her pretty severe anxiety she still was fierce and had ‘spice’ as Gabe likes to say and told him off when he was being an ass without considering her research. Once they called a truce and became friends they were adorable together. And balanced each other beautifully. Didn’t like the slight angst but it’s needed for the pull of the book but I hate that it was a forced pain that didn’t need to be suffered because she wasn’t ready to accept his love. But loved them together.
This was a fun, sexy and funny at times story, I read the book in one sitting!
4.5 *happy sigh* Stars!!
I thoroughly enjoyed this not quite enemies but probably more like antagonists who moved into friendship and sailed to romance journey! Rebecca and Gabe made me all kinds of happy and their story was heartfelt with just the right blend of angst and emotion. They were the perfect half of one to one another. As the story progressed from friendship to more and more, I had a smile on my face because they were just so darn well suited! They were endearing and their journey had me turning the pages way quicker than I wanted because now there’s no more words!!! *sad face*
Elise Faber continues to please me more and more with each book I pick up by her. She’s a multi-faceted author that I can enjoy no matter what type of story I’m in the mood for! #win
I loved the slow burn of this one. Considering they’ve both had bad luck in the love department, it was fitting that they took their time getting to know each other. I definitely could not get enough of these two.
I received a complimentary ARC – early release copy of this book in Kindle format from the author for review purposes.
I am a newer fan of this author and I have only read one previous book in this series, but I was easily able to follow this story even without reading the other books in the series.
In this story we meet Rebecca, she is the teams nutritionist and we meet Dr. Gabe who is the teams doctor. Rebecca has decided the team needs to go Vegan to help them play hockey better and Gabe calls her out in a meeting about this issue.
So there is a little hate on at the start of this story. But its not a hate to love romance. Gabe actually after he looks into it finds that it is a great idea and he goes to Rebecca and wants to form a friendship and this story is actually more a friends to lovers story than anything else.
Before I go on I want to tell you, I have never read a story like this ever before. I have read hockey romances and even doctor romances but I have never read a story about a character that has so many issues but still tries to lead a normal life like Rebecca. Gabe was in awe of her in this story and so was I. I am very impressed with the author and how she wrote this very unique storyline.
Rebecca has anxiety. Not pop a pill anxiety but where she is anxious in any and all social situations. But she pushes herself and she has managed to make a wonderful life for herself . Enter Gabe who really likes her but also sees this and realizes that she needs friendship before anything else.
I am a sucker for second chance romances and would certainly recommend this story. Added bonus if you love a romance in the sports world between two characters that love to hate each other and can’t stay away. You become invested in Rebecca and Gabe’s and root for them to overcome what hinders their progress. This is certainly a binge-worthy series and I look forward to going back and reading the other stories
Elise Faber has a game-winner with Checked (Gold Hockey #7). This is Dr. Gabe Carter and nutritionist Rebecca’s story. It is suitable for adult readers. It takes place around the same time as Breakout
(Gold Hockey #6).
Rebecca and Gabe both work the San Francisco Gold NHL team. Their characters have appeared in prior books. Rebecca suffers from anxiety and is introverted. Gabe is very focused and opinionated. The two did not see things eye to eye, causing conflict in the workplace. After they get to know each other, they discover that they have some things in common and begin to confide in one another.
Checked is a heartfelt and entertaining story. I love how good Rebecca and Gabe are together. They both grow as a result of knowing the other person and become stronger individuals. They are a charming couple. I enjoyed the hockey nutrition and medical aspect of the story. The epilogue made me anticipate Coop and Calle Stevens’ story next. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.
I’m a big fan of second chance and sports romance and this book ticked both those boxes, it was so so good. I absolutely loved Gabe and Rebecca. This is a beautifully written, sweet, feel good story and I loved every single page of it. I definitely recommend you read it for yourself you won’t be disappointed.
The Gold Hockey Series continues with the next Rebecca. Nutrition – Rebecca. She’s been struggling with sexy Dr Gabe for a long time, but isn’t it said that hatred is also a form of love … Rebecca has no self-confidence at all and is extremely shy, and she deals with anxieties. Everybody can probably understand this, if not in this extreme form. It was sooooo great that Gabe was so careful and supportive to Rebecca. This was the best therapy for her: find yourself, fight yourself and find your limits. Gabe is a wonderful character who does exactly the right thing for initially wrong reasons. As always, the writing style is fantastically clear and to the point.
I love this series.
Und weiter geht es mit der nächsten Rebecca. Diesmal Nutrition – Rebecca. Sie hadert schon lange mit sexy Dr Gabe, allerdings heißt es ja nicht umsonst Hass ist auch eine Form der Liebe…
Rebecca hat überhaupt kein Selbstbewusstsein und ist extrem schüchtern und mit Ängsten behaftet. Diesen Charakterzug kann wohl jeder von uns so ungefähr nachvollziehen.Wenn auch nicht in dieser extremen Ausprägung.Ich fand es sooooo toll, dass Gabe so behutsam vorgegangen ist und Rebecca unterstützt hat. Dies war die beste Therapie für sie.Sich selber finden, selber kämpfen und seine Grenzen finden. Gabe ist ein ganz wundervoller Charakter der aus anfänglich falschen Gründen genau das richtige tut. Der Schreibstil ist wie immer fantastisch klar und auf den Punkt gebracht. Ich liebe diese Serie
Rebecca has a Ph.D. in nutrition and is working at her dream job. However, she has crippling anxiety, has proposed a new a plant-based protein diet for the team members and has a huge crush on coworker, Gabe. Gabe is a medical doctor that is the head trainer for the Gold hockey team. He is an all-American meat and potatoes type of guy that butts heads with the “hippie” nutritionist for the team. Although his past is haunting him and they are constantly at each other’s throats, he can’t deny his attraction to Rebecca.
I truly enjoyed this story. It is the seventh novel in a series about the Gold hockey team. Reading the previous novels in the series is not necessary. The author mentions couples from the previous novels, but the reader is not confused, and understands the mentioned couples have their own novels. The relationship between Rebecca and Gabe starts off with a bang. The changes in Rebecca as the relationship develops is so sweet. The dialogue exchanges between all the characters was funny and entertaining. This novel was delicious to me. I enjoyed every minute of it.
Checked is a feel good story and the two main characters, Gabe and Rebecca are genuine and endearing. They both work for the Gold hockey team as support staff; Gabe is the team doctor and Rebecca is the team dietitian.
Rebecca is smart and works hard, but unfortunately, she suffers from severe anxiety. I admire how hard she tries to battle her disability. Her dream has always been to work with athletes and she has achieved it.
I loved the way Gabe treats Rebecca. He is always patient and kind and thoughtful with her. Gabe and Rebecca are two lonely souls who have been hurt in the past and it is entertaining watching them fall in love. I enjoyed this heartwarming story and all the entertaining characters.
Poor Rebecca has had a hell of a time trying to get her nutrition plan approved by the team doctor, Gabe. She isn’t sure why – her plan is solid, the research backs it up, and everyone else seems to approve but him. Too bad for her that he’s so freaking gorgeous that she almost can’t stand it. Luckily, he’s such an ass, and her anxieties make it impossible for her to hardly be near him, so he’s really no trouble for her, with the one exception that he’s standing in her way of making the team healthier. If only he’d tell her the real reason he has such a problem with her…
But lo and behold, Gabe apologizes and somehow the two end up becoming really good friends. Of course there’s a serious attraction, but it will never be consummated. Right? Because Rebecca’s anxieties are’t just something frivolous, they’re real, and not something that can easily (read, never) be cured, and Gabe would never want to be with someone so full of anxieties. Right? Wrong. But in order for them to be together for the long haul, she’ll need to fully let him in and let him love her. The only question is, will she? Is she capable of it? Or is she just too messed up to be in a relationship with such a good man like Gabe?
This is a wonderful installment of the Gold Hockey series. I love how Gabe and Rebecca end up in a great friendship that turns into more. They’re so good together, so sweet, and the sparks, whew! Hot! Although slow burn, this is definitely a sexy tale and Rebecca and Gabe are awesome. Cannot wait for more of the Gold Hockey world.
Checked is Book 7 in the Gold Hockey series by Elise Faber . This is Team Nutritionist Rebecca and the teams Head Trainer Dr. Gabe Carter’s story. The relationship develops over the course of several months and it’s a slow burn romance. Rebecca suffers from a really
debilitating anxiety. Gabe has his own issues that he deals with. Gabe was a total PITA towards Rebecca in the beginning but things changed when Rebecca did/said something that made Gabe open his eyes and see how he was acting.
They started to spend time together and the feelings started to change and grow between them. But something is holding Rebecca back from going further. Will she open up and take that leap? Will she let Gabe in or will their enemies to friends to lovers romance just slowly end with a whimper or will she have faith and go all in? These are behind the scenes main characters in hockey team whose story is full of feels, love, passion, heartache, angst, twists, hope, laughter, bravery, and romance. You don’t want to miss this story.
My Rating: 4.5 stars *********
Working as a nutritionist for the Gold was a dream come true. Except for her colleague Dr. Gabe who was hyper critical of everything. With her anxiety it made things all the much harder. Until things change. Her car breaks down and she needs help. Dr. Gabe Is actually kind. They share dinner and over time become best friends. But what happens when best friends just isn’t enough? Read and find it! You won’t be disappointed!
This is the 7th book in this awesome series and each of these stories just seems to get better and better, and this is Rebecca and Gabe’s story. This is a well written story which is a slow burn with relatable characters and plot. This story is heart-felt as well as heart-breaking, humorous and entertaining, which all had me totally captivated throughout this riveting and addictive page turner. I highly recommend for all readers.
I really enjoyed this heartfelt and humorous romance. Gabe and Rebecca just stole my heart and left me swooning! I loved these two together so much. This book may have had a slow-burn feel to it but trust me the sparks were certainly flying everywhere!! I found it easy to connect with and feel for these complex characters. Each had their own issues they struggled with and/or baggage that they carried. This is something I always like because it creates a realistic and level playing field and just makes things more interesting. Lots of emotions, tension and sweetness are woven throughout this wonderful and incredibly moving read.
This is the first of Elise Faber’s books I’d read, and, after finishing it, I went off to find more, it’s that good to read. To me, well-written characters make a good book, just as much as the story does, and Gabe and Rebecca are delightful. The way Rebecca puts Gabe in his place when he gives her her own research is, I think, my favorite scene from this book. Rebecca’s anxiety and her immensely courageous struggle against it make her one of the most relatable characters I’ve read, and Gabe’s empathy is respectful and endearing. This is not insta-love; it’s a nuanced and well-written exploration of their relationship and growing love. As I said, I’m heading off for more!
I received a free copy of this book and enjoyed it. This review was posted voluntarily.