* Release Blitz/Review * THE RULE MAKER by Gina Azzi

I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.

NHL Boston Hawks captain Austin Merrick used to be my boy-next-door. Now, he's the man on my mind.

Our paths haven't crossed in over a decade when I find myself back in Boston, desperate to save face in front of my ex-fiancé. With a devilish smirk and wicked blue eyes, Austin steps back into my life to be my plus one for a summer filled with weddings and events.

Should be fun and effortless, right?

Then why the need for rules?

And why do I crave his touch at the small of my back and wish for his kiss on a moonlit beach?

Suddenly, things begin to feel complicated, messy, and real. When I look at my first friend, I don't see the boy-next-door, but the man I want to spend forever with.

If Austin learns the depth of my feelings, will he give us a real chance? Or are some rules better left unbroken?

This friends to lovers story is just what I needed! Gina Azzi is turning up the adorableness with book four of her Boston Hawks Hockey series when childhood friends reconnect and pave their way towards forever. Great characters, interesting back stories and more tension than you’ll know what to do with. Light on the hockey since it was mostly during the off-season, but team camaraderie was still strong. Looking forward to more in the series!

Chloe is a complex character. She’s wounded and raw from the heartache she’s recently gone through, but reconnecting with her old friend Austin puts a pep in her step that she didn’t even notice was missing.

Austin is a sweetheart and I loved every minute of him.

I highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys an emotional romance filled with a great supporting cast and the love of the game.