This one is paritculalry entertaining!

Thin Ice is a small-town hockey romance. Two things I love in books! I thoroughly enjoyed myself, laughed on the hilarious dad jokes, and even shed a few tears.

Bryson and Smitty's story turns from a one-night-stand to friends to a fling and to more. I loved seeing them grow closer and slowly develop feelings, breaking down the other's thick walls.

The story is a tad hilarious, but I loved it for that. I mean, a dad gets together with his son's nemesis on the ice after a hockey game? It was funny and just a bit crazy, which made the whole book an entertaining read.
Smitty moves to Elmwood months later, and Bryson is forced to face his feelings and make friends with the new guy.
The small-town scene is everything the trope can offer with nosy neighbours, quaint little shops and beautiful places.

The characters are so complex and loveable! Smitty and Bryce both have their demons in their past they need to face and conquer to be able to feel the love that's brewing between them. But together they work and all the funny, spicy, sweet and emotional moments between them are wonderful.
I loved them interacting with their friends and family, showing their secrets and insecurities.
My favourite thing about Bryson is definitely the dad jokes and his unapologetic humour and laughter. It made him tangible and real.
Smitty quickly carved a place into my heart. His past could have made him bitter and distant, but he is this open and full of light person who cares deeply. Even if it took him a bit to see clearly.

Audiobook:
The narrator is fantastic!

Overall, this is an entertaining romance, and I love the setting. The huge plus is that the audiobook version is really 🔥.