I am a big fan of Bryant's work and was looking forward to reading her next book. Unfortunately this one didn't hit the mark the way her previous books have for me. The story didn't flow well for me where it felt more like certain things happened at specific times based on a schedule instead of it naturally flowing with the story.

I was not a fan of Stone, I really tried but just found that she was an ass at the start and towards the end. She was pushy and felt that she never thought about Hayley and her feelings. I thought Hayley forgave her too quickly. 

I did think the characters had good chemistry.

Meh. The longer I think about it, the less I liked it.

My annoyance stems from one source: Jealousy. The MC leaves her fiancée for several reasons, but one of them was her jealousy. Then she turns around and finds it endearing in her new love interest. What?

Then towards the end the issue comes up again when the love interest is jealous because the MC‘s friend is pretty. The MC puts her foot down, thank god, but in an era where we‘re talking about (and puzzling over) the phenomenon that is fragile masculinity, I really don’t need comparable behavior in lesfic. This totally reminded me of a scene in a bad hospital TV show from the 80s I saw the other day or whiny Phillip in S2 of The Crown. It wasn’t attractive there and it isn’t attractive/cute/healthy here.

The sudden end did not help in getting things to a good place for me again.

This book started out good and interesting but after like half of the story it dabbled along and got kind of boring. I liked the characters in the beginning.

3.5 Stars

Another enjoyable read by Kris Bryant. I found myself totally able to relate to Hayley and her predicament. The fact the story is told in first person and completely from her point of view, meant I became a lot more invested in her than Stone. I didn't dislike Stone, I just never felt I got to know her. 

The conflict, or should I say person who caused strife, came as no surprise. It's a tried and true plot device that's been used many times. 

For those fond of some hot loving, there's a good dose of spice to whet the appetite ;) 

All in all, this is a well-rounded story many readers of lesfic are bound to enjoy.

Copy provided by the publisher, Bold Strokes Books, via NetGalley.

I'm rarely surprised after reading so many books in this genre but I'm happy to say Touch did that for me. It's easy to forget how important character development is until the familiar formula is broken. In summary, Hayley sets herself free from her controlling fiancee, and while we are well aware that Stone is that typical extraordinary sexy jock that women lust over in droves, she admits to her previous player antics but swears she's ready for something substantial and lasting. It's the unpredictable journey these two take together that is unique and different from the usual formula. In short, without giving away the pleasure of discovering that for yourself, I can say it's the maturity of the these two remarkable women and the maturity of the writing that endeared me to them and their romance, even when it inexplicably derails just as it nears its crescendo. That's why I was so bummed when their story felt like it had an abrupt and too neat and tidy finish. I desperately wanted more of their story and it felt cut short. Still, I devoured this story and loved every minute I spent in their romantic journey.

3 1/4 Stars. I’m a fan of Bryant. I have read all of her full length books, and was looking forward to this one. This was a perfectly fine romance; it just wasn’t quite what I was hoping for.

Physical therapist Doctor Hayley Sims mostly works with children. She has given up working on injured athletes since they can be a PITA. But when her boss asks for the favor of helping a women’s professional hockey player, Elizabeth Stone, Hayley can’t say no. Stone is a little cocky, but also sweet and attractive. But not only is dating a patient a no-no, Hayley just happens to be engaged. As sparks fly, Hayley most decide what she really wants in her life, and if there is a place in it for Stone.

I enjoyed the premise of the book. I love books with docs, and I also enjoy sports. There was just enough women’s hockey to be enjoyable, but not enough to turn off any non-sports fans. It was also nice to have the book take place in Vermont (where I reside). I actually live very close to an apple orchard, so I thought the book got that right on. You would be surprised how many Vermont books, don’t actually sound like Vermont.

When it came to the romance I had mixed emotions. In the beginning, I found it to be too much “tell” instead of “show”. We are told they have this amazing chemistry, I didn’t actually see and feel it. Luckily, as the book goes on, it finally starts to click and they have a ton of sexual chemistry that is obvious and enjoyable. But there was one last part of the romance that didn’t really work for me. I felt like they were very compatible sexually, but I didn’t necessarily believe it was deeper than that. When the “I love yous” are said, I don’t know if I believed them. This felt more like we are just starting to get know each other kind of relationship, not a for sure forever lasting HEA relationship.

I had a few other problems like how Hayley treated her fiancé and how Stone acts in one part of the book. There were just things that didn’t really sit right with me. I don’t know how to say this last part without sounding insulting, but I found the writing to be pretty simple. Almost like this could have been a debut book, not from such a seasoned steady author like Bryant. Besides the great sexual chemistry, this didn’t really feel like one of her books to me.

I had issues with this that I am not as used to having with Bryant books, but to be clear this was still an enjoyable read. I have a feeling most romance fans will like this. Maybe I just have higher expectations since I am a fan of Bryant. Whatever the reason, this was a little bumpy for me, but I think I would still recommend it for the most part.

An ARC was given to me by BSB, for a honest review.

I've finished this book and I really can't decide if has been entirely satisfying. The story is overall flat although there are attempts to cause some tension they haven't reached enough level.It starts with a woman, Hayley,  in a stable relationship planning their weding and suddenly without aparent causes, not only starts to have doubts but breaks entirely her commitment. Seriously, even if Alison, the other bride-to-be, is so trust fund and top surgeon kind of girl, they don't comunicate at all? Then Stone and Hayley relation starts, first just a professional one, but obviously sooner or latter it has to pass to a personal level. But then is the way that Hayley reacts, maybe by the fact that she is the narrator of the story in first person, that has let me cold. The narrator Hayley keeps telling that the chemistry between she and Stone is undeniable but to me this is not so clear. But the way that Stone reacts in the height moment, I don't want to spoil here, is totally inapropriate and ilogical after the way that she has been described and her acts  along the book. And the character of Rachel don't has made much sense to me in the story. One thing I've enjoyed quite is the sex between Stone and Hayley, but it also is pretty unimaginative.

I’m a huge Kris Bryant fan!  I have really enjoyed all of her books. Touch, begins with Hayley taking n a new patient for her boss.  Stone, a hockey player, seriously injured her leg and was sent to Elite PT for help. Their is immediate chemistry between the two and it’s wonderful when they finally get together. These two mains are extremely likable and I was rooting for them. I wasn’t thrilled with the fact that Stone ghosted Hayley after their amazing night in the Orchard. One would think that communication would be key. Hayley, after having her heart broken by Stone immediately takes her back when she apologizes. I love a happy ending, but it was just a little silly getting there.

Well I have found my new favourite Kris Bryant novel and this is a hard feat because I love every single one of her books. This novel felt like it was on another level though, I felt more connected to the characters, their obvious chemistry and the fact that reading it was simply so much fun.

Physical Therapist, Dr Hayley Sims is engaged to the egotistic and very successful Alison, who’s career as a Surgeon seems to come before everything in their lives, including Hayley. When the very passionate and sexy, Elizabeth Stone becomes Hayley’s patient, she doesn’t expect to have an unbelievable connection to her new patient. Is she supposed to be with Alison when her chemistry with Stone overshadows any she has with her fiancé?

I love these characters like close friends. They became almost intrinsic to the story as if it was real life. The build up between Stone and Hayley had me glued to the book and I couldn’t put it down. There is something in the way that Stone pursues Hayley that I found really exciting. Her 'not taking no for an answer' attitude was actually really sexy almost like she goes after what she wants until its hers! It added an edge of menace that only added to her allure.

The sexual chemistry in this book is off the hook. I had to take breaks because I could feel my heart beating fast and getting incredibly fired up! I'm about to make a statement and you can bet it won't change soon... Kris Bryant writes my favourite sex scenes in Lesbian Romantic Fiction. No wonder she has started to dabble in Erotica, it’s in her blood. Most of the fun in her books are the build up to the protagonists having sex but when they do... Fireworks. And I think this novel has been the steamiest so far!

The secondary characters were excellent and added an extra element to Hayley and Stone, evolving throughout the novel. I especially loved Rachel, whom at first I worried was a threat to the blossoming relationship but in the end she ended up being one of my favourite characters in the novel. I'm really hoping Kris does a novel about her, Which would lead to more Hayley and Stone… That would be immense.

Another home-run from Kris Bryant.
5 stars.