: The book is noted for its "spice" level (explicit sexual content) but also deals with serious topics like emotional abuse and gaslighting, often from family members rather than the main couple. Book Details Author : Avery Keelan Genre : Contemporary Sports Romance (New Adult)
According to reader reviews on platforms like Goodreads and The StoryGraph , the book is generally well-regarded for its character dynamics and chemistry, though it has some noted flaws:
: Living as roommates forces the characters to interact and confront their growing chemistry. Breakaway by Avery Keelan
: The relationship builds gradually, focusing on emotional connection before physical intimacy.
The story follows , a nursing student who finds herself without housing right before her junior year begins. She discovers an available room in a luxury penthouse owned by Ethan Russell , the captain of her college's hockey team. : The book is noted for its "spice"
Breakaway is a college sports romance novel by Avery Keelan that follows the "forced proximity" and "slow-burn" relationship between a nursing student and a college hockey captain. Originally gaining popularity on , the story centers on the challenges of balancing athletic ambitions with personal healing and unexpected romance. Plot Summary
Initially, both agree to keep their living arrangement strictly platonic. Ryan is recovering from a difficult breakup and has no interest in dating a "jock," while Ethan is focused on maintaining his grades and hockey performance to secure an . Despite their initial reservations, a strong attraction develops as they spend more time together, leading to a complicated relationship hindered by past injuries, an interfering ex-girlfriend, and the pressures of the hockey season. Core Themes and Tropes The story follows , a nursing student who
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