Beckett Hockey is my life. My focus. My priority. I left Sweden for it five years ago. I’ve finally been given a shot to prove myself, and I refuse to let anything jeopardize that.No distractions ~ especially not Julia, the stunning woman I can’t seem to get out of my mind. Only problem is, she’s my coach’s daughter. JuliaI grew up around hockey. Lived and breathed it, thanks to my dad’s job.I … daughter.
Julia
I grew up around hockey.
Lived and breathed it, thanks to my dad’s job.
I never thought I’d fall for a player.
Especially one my dad coaches.
But there’s just something about Beckett that draws me in.
Can I convince him he can be the hotshot goalie and find love, without having to choose just one?
The hardest shot to defend is the one you never take. I just hope he realizes he can have it all.
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4.5
This book is part of the Indianapolis Eagles Series and this book is the #7 in the series. This book is a real sports romance read and is a awesome romance read one that you wont be able to peel your eyes of of. I cant wait to start book #8 in this series.
Beckett knows what he wants and he knows how to get it and what he wants is to play and he always gives 100% every time. He is a really good guy that is loyal, sweet, hard working and always does what is right, but he also has a little cocky side to him to.
Julia is such a fantastic woman who isn’t afraid to take the lead and do what she thinks is right. She is very confident and is also the daughter of the coach. She too, all she has ever known is the sport as she grew up surrounded by it. When she sees him for the first time time she knows that he is it and she is utterly attracted to him but at first they choose only to be friends.
I always love how this author writes and how developed her characters are so much that the reader can really connect with them and I really liked them both. I was rooting for them and the chemistry that they have was hot. They are both totally meant to be and I loved reading this romance book it was awesome. This story flows and once you start reading this series you wont be able to put it down. Bring on the next in the series.
Want more! I’ve volunteered to review this book for United Indie Book Blog. I love to read books from Samantha Lind. The Hardest Shot is the seventh book in the Indianapolis Eagles series. This is Julia and Beckett’s story. Julia is the coach’s daughter. Beckette is the backup goalie and hopefully one day he will be able to the starter goalie. Beckett tries his best to put Julia in the friend-zone because her father is his coach. But Julia has other plans. She wants Beckett. They both have crushes on the other. Julia and Beckett have instant chemistry together. How long can someone stay in friend zone? That will be the test for Beckett. I can’t wait to read more from this series. Keep up the amazing work! I HIGHLY recommend reading this series!
This was a sweet, sexy great read! Julia is a physical therapist who has grown up around the sport as she is the coach’s daughter. She and her best friend Jill love going to the games and Beckett has caught her eye.
Beckett is from Sweden and playing pro hockey is his focus and priority and doesn’t need any distractions especially Julia! Why? Because everyone knows you don’t mess with the coach’s family and especially not his daughter! He finally has a chance to prove himself, the only problem is, he can’t stop thinking about her. They become friends but Julia wants more. Can she convince him to take a chance?
Another fabulous story in The Indianapolis Eagles series. Amazing characters and writing keep you totally invested in this book from start to finish. There is a push and pull in the beginning, but Beckett eventually gets it together and what a great story they share. You also get to see what’s going on with some of your favorite characters from the previous books and its great to see what they are up to.
I LOVE THIS SERIES!! Beckett and Julia’s story was everything I wanted it to be! Sweet and sexy without a lot of drama. LOVED!!!
“It doesn’t matter what shots I’m faced with in life. I know I’ll be able to face them with her in my corner.”
I can’t begin to tell you how much I loved this story. The entire series has been one sweet couple after another and this one just added another teaspoon of sugar!
Julia Soaps hasn’t been able to stop thinking of him since she helped him with an injury – Beckett Karlson. Despite doing everything she can to get him to give in to her flirtations, he’s holding his ground. Sometimes it sucks being the coach’s daughter. Beckett sees her as the “can’t touch her” girl, when all she wants is his hands touching all of her. Can she break down his defenses? When she does, will she be ready to get what she asked for?
Beckett Karlson is in trouble. The one girl he wants? Yeah, he can’t want her. Or, at least he shouldn’t. Julia. she’s the coach’s daughter, and crossing that line might just get him benched – or worse. But how much longer can he resist his desires. She’s made it clear she wants him too. If she keeps this up, he won’t be able to hold back anymore – and she’ll get exactly what she’s asking for. More if he has his way.
If you love a sweet romance story, with some hot, steamy scenes, definitely grab this one!!
I truly love this series, but this book took me a little bit to get into. I loved how Julia and Beckett became friends first. That made the book more enjoyable for me. One scene that stands out to me is the Christmas one. I love anything Christmas. Beckett has some swoon worthy moments in this book. I loved the ending. It’s romantic and perfect. Knowing who the next couple is in the next book I can’t wait.
This was such a sweet, sexy, fun read! I loved this book and these characters were fabulous! Beckett and Julia were such fun characters and the way that Julia took the initiative to pursue her attraction to Beckett even though he was trying to focus on not acting on his attraction made me like her even more!
This book was hard to put down until the very end. Great writing, great story line and some seriously hot chemistry made this a must read book for sure! By Alisa
What can I say about The Hardest Shot by Samantha Lind? This book and series are fantastic! I enjoyed reading this series so much! I hope that will be another book in this series. This is the 7th book in the Indianapolis Eagles series. Because of Samantha Lind and this series, I have learned a lot about hockey and I’m not an avid sportsperson. Make sure you read the first six books in this series before beginning The Hardest Shot.
The Hardest Shot by Samantha Lind tells the love story of Julia Soaps who is a physical therapist and Beckett Karlson who plays for the NHL Indianapolis Eagles. The pair first meets each other at the coffee shop. Beckett is attracted to Julia but he is fighting it because Julia is his Coach’s daughter and his focus is on hockey. Julia is so attracted to Beckett from the first moment that she laid eyes on him. The chemistry between the pair is off the charts!
Will Beckett give in to Julia advances and take a chance on them as a couple? Will Julia and Beckett get their happy ever after? You will have to read The Hardest Shot by Samantha Lind to find out! This book has plenty of romance and love scenes that an avid reader like me loves! I couldn’t put my kindle down until I finished reading this book!
Make sure to grab a copy of The Hardest Shot by Samantha Lind! You won’t be disappointed! I can’t wait for the next book in this series! I will definitely be reading more books by Samantha Lind!
From the blurb: The hardest shot to defend is the one you never take. A truer statement I’ve never read!
I’ve learned something about this author after binge reading this series these last couple of months. She writes sweet romances that rarely ever have much angst and/or conflict. And you know what? I’m okay with that LOL I know that there’s a stereotypical plot-point pattern that most romance authors use, and making sure there’s some sort of conflict between the couples is almost always one of them and I’m not used to reading stories without them but not having that plot-point can be seriously relieving. It’s nice to know there are authors out there who can write realistic stories without throwing in conflict into the mix. This author is one of them! But I digress …. (lol)
Beckett and Julia were easy to read. They captivated and entertained me, and their story was endearing. It was sweet and emotional and what I normally refer to as easy like Sunday morning. They made me happy. They made my heart sing. Julia in particular was a glorious character to read. She knew what she wanted, and she went for it. She was the alpha and I loved every page!
Spectacular ending to my binge read! I can’t wait for more!
A sweet and sassy love story! Ashley @ Carolina Chic’s Read
Beckett the sexy Swedish hockey player that only wants to do what he needs to do to stay on the NHL team he has been called up to. Julia the sassy PT daughter of the NFL coach who never wanted to date a hockey player. This story is full of romance and very little trouble in paradise. I loved this book and loved seeing all the players just want more of them!!! Love reading Samantha Lind and can’t wait for more!
I fell in love with Beckett alongside Julia. He was so swoony. I enjoyed the storyline of this book immensely. I was interested in knowing what happened next and found myself reading quicker. I loved this story so much. It was a perfect addition to the series.
This book will leave you smiling!
Great book. I liked the characters and it was good to see the children of previous characters growing up and getting their own books. I also liked the periodic use of the swedish language throughout the book; however, however, however, .. The term of endearment ‘sotnos’ was used so so so so so so much that it sort of got on my nerves. There is no way that anyone uses that word as often in real life.
Liked the premise, the story itself and the ending (although it was kind of rushed). I’m glad I was able to receive a copy. I voluntarily reviewed this book from the author.
Gosh! I loved this so much I feel like I have to read it again. Even though it’s the seventh book in the series, it does stand alone. But be warned that once you read this, you WILL want to read the others. I was smiling so much I couldn’t put this down. Julia and Beckett are perfect but being his coach’s daughter, he tries to fight their attraction and undeniable pull. It only gets better as the story unfolds.
I could not help but be totally enchanted with Beckett and Julia! This was a totally sweet story that captured my heart! I absolutely loved this book. The characters were engaging, and funny, and their story was HOT!
Julia is a physical therapist, who’s dad just happens to be a coach for a hockey team. She is a strong, independent woman, who knows who she is and what she wants! She has set her sights on Beckett, and is just biding her time until she wears him down! Beckett has devoted his life to his hockey career. He has made sacrifices to get where he is, to build his career, and nothing will get in his way! But Julia is a temptation he wasn’t counting on, and one he isn’t sure he can (or wants) to avoid!
I absolutely loved Beckett and Julia! They were absolutely perfect together, and their connection was strong and true, right from the beginning. I loved how they just seemed to fit together, despite the challenges they faced. This story is a change of pace, from many that are out there today, and was really refreshing, in that way. I’ve enjoyed all of the books in this series, but this one just might be my favorite!
My face hurts from smiling. Yes, that’s how I’m choosing to start this review because I feel like that is a VERY important fact. There are not enough smiling so big your face hurts but you just can’t stop smiling because your heart is so happy books in the world. I picked this book up on a rainy, gloomy day and found myself going from feeling like a zombie to being absolutely giddy all thanks to Julia and Beckett.
Now, don’t get me wrong, I love me some angst as much as the next girl but I need a book that is full of nothing but sweet swoony nonstop happy just as much in my life and that’s exactly what The Hardest Shot is. These two are just so freaking perfect together right from the start and continue to bring nothing but love and happiness on every page!
I received a review copy before release for an honest review.
This is book 7 in the series and it easily stands alone. In this story we meet Beckett, a Swedish hockey player that is newly recruited for an American hockey team. He meets Julia who is the 20 something daughter of his new teams coach.
They both have crushes on the other but who her dad is, scares Beckett so they become just friends. Julia knows her dad won’t care and so she tries to get Beckett to see they belong together.
This is a story that’s very character driven. Its pure love and lots of sex scenes. with no bad guys or angyst at all. Even all the players get a long super well. No jealousy and no real issues, just two people falling in love.
I love this series and I love the author. She is an autobuy for me. I loved both characters but I felt this book had WAY too many sex scenes. Aside from that I highly enjoyed this story
I absolutely loved this book. Who knew that taking a chance, could bring such love. I loved how they grew together throughout book.
I loved Beckett and Julia, they just clicked. Even with Beckett fighting it at beginning.
I couldn’t put book down.
I highly recommend this book and series.
For all romance fans who love love hockey, this is one series you do not want to miss. This fantastic series continues with Julia and Beckett’s story. You can feel the chemistry between them from the first time they lay eyes on one another. Julia wants to pursue more than friendship but Beckett has his doubts. Will they or won’t they? You will have to read to find out. This is one of those stories that you won’t be able to stop reading once you start. One I recommend but I would start at the beginning of the series before jumping into this one.