Thanks to NetGalley for the arc!
I always love Elle Kennedy’s books and this was no different! I was surprised to see that this is a re-released book that she expanded the story on. This was sooo good! Although their building relationship had me frustrated at times (in a good way!) they had such chemistry from the beginning and I was dying to know how it ended up! The spicy scenes are 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ as usual for her writing and I loved it! Read this in less than a day! 10/10 recommend!

Elle Kennedy knows how to write a story that drags you in and makes you not want to leave. This was a great spicy sports romance and I was all in.

This was short and sweet!

If you’ve read Elle Kennedy’s newer works you can really tell how much she has progressed and grown as an author but this was still an enjoyable read. The drama was entertaining and the romance was swoony. I do feel like the emotional progression of the romance was a bit too quick or at least happened most off page, which left me feeling whiplashed as a reader a bit but overall I enjoyed this. It hits some heavier topics like alcoholism, infidelity (not with the MCs), and white collar crimes.

I do want to thank NetGalley for providing me with an eARC of the updates and extended version of Body Check in exchange for an honest review.

Body Check will be republished this summer!

Thank you to Netgalley, Harlequin, and Elle Kennedy for this arc for an honest review!

Elle said it was her first novel, but she was already the queen of hockey romance. Suffice to say I've read this book in less than 24 hours.

I love how Brody reminded me of Dean. The man everybody wants, he lets everybody have him, but when he meets the one, he falls fast and hard. He did all his best to have a chance with Hayden, who just wanted a fling, for a change rather than just diving into a new relationship.

I also liked the drama surrounding Brody's team and the twist at the end!

the ending was a bit aprubt, I don't know if Elle wanted to write more books set in this world, or if she did, because I'm curious about whether Darcy would find the one or if she would continue with her string of one night stands!

This was a fun read. I didn’t know what to truly expect but I enjoyed this story from beginning to end. Elle Kennedy is an automatic read for me and this was no different. The spice was off the charts too!

2.5⭐️

I really loved The Deal by this author but sadly this one really just wasn't for me.

First the good stuff. I thought the sexy scenes and smut was really well done. It wasn't drawn out too far and Kennedy did a great job making the reader feel that angst with out any cringe. I really also liked the idea of Brody being on her dad's hockey team. I thought this was an interesting twist or take.

However nothing happens in this book. I was incredibly bored and was just waiting for the sexy time to save it for me. This is a republished book of her earliest work. I think she has grown a ton since this one. I Will continues to read from Elle Kennedy.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Harlequin - Romance . My review is voluntarily my own.

This was an amazing book!
I really enjoyed the dynamic between Hayden and Brody. They are both strong characters, and the chemistry between them is off the charts. The plot was well-paced and kept me hooked from start to finish.
I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a captivating romance story.

Thank you Netgalley for the copy of this book!

Like always elle !!!! Love it , every second of it , she always killed with sport romances and this was no exception. Fun and easy to read . Always down for more of this books

When I saw this I immediately requested it. I love Elle Kennedy so much. It wasn’t until after I was approved that I realized it’s an expanded version of her FIRST hockey romance. It was such a fast fun read. I enjoyed that they were older because while I love briar u and would go back forever I prefer books with characters around my age. I just feel like I can relate more. Hayden and Brody’s chemistry is there right off the bat. And the dad storyline was interesting to watch play out. Overall I did really enjoy it.

One night stand, coach/owners daughter, opposites attract, he chases her, NHL romance

I was hooked immediately, the chemistry is 🔥. By 30% I was totally devouring it. It's got humor, a good female bestie, and hot spice! In terms of the plot, I had guessed pretty early on who was the one betraying the team, but I still enjoyed it.

The spice is spicy, there is enough plot, there's hockey (and realistic logistics like him being gone lots) but not too much hockey.

I liked it! I especially enjoyed that they are a little more mature (she's 26 and he's 29), though 26 seems young to be a professor at Berkeley.

Overall, I enjoyed it. It was spicy, had humor, a plot, good characters, and a HEA.

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I found that I prefer Elle Kennedy's more recent work. I felt like there was a lot of internalized and external misogyny that probably should have been left behind in 2009...

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin for the ARC.

I enjoyed this super cute, hot, eventful hockey romance.
Hayden heads back to help her dad temporarily while he sorts through his life. Being the owner of the local hockey team and going through some ups and downs. He needs support.
Brody plays for Haydens dads hockey team. Though that's not how they met. Nor did he know who she was and vice versa.
This fun story follows the ups and downs in life with scandal, romance and everything in-between.
4 stars.

This book was good but not Elle Kennedy’s best. The plot twist in the end was good and shocking. Neither of the main character was likable or unlikeable. They were just meh. Book was cute but I probably won’t remember anything about it in an hour. Also third person romance books are just not it! Even though this wasn’t her best book I will probably still read everything Elle Kennedy writes!

This was a cute, fun hockey romance that fans of Kennedy's other work are sure to enjoy. It was a quicker read and I had a good time with it.

Elle Kennedy has done it again! The swoon and spice was everything I was looking for. This was my first hockey romance and I loved it. Was a quick easy read and will definitely be recommending to friends! 🥰

Fans of spicy hockey romance, do not skip this one! Elle Kennedy never misses. Right from the beginning we have spice and an amazing slow burn emotional romance all set against a more complex hockey backstory that gives this book its plot. It’s a perfect little package!

I love a good hockey romance! I loved Brody's character and found him to be a great male lead. At times the female character was a bit annoying, but I enjoyed her overall. I get it that the characters must have flaws but Hayden not recognizing the amazing thing she has with Brody until the end definitely had me shaking my head! The side story with her father and the investigation definitely gave the story more tension. Also poor stupid Doug!

"Body Check" by Elle Kennedy is a pulse-pounding, adrenaline-fueled romance that will leave you breathless and begging for more. With its irresistible blend of passion, drama, and sizzling chemistry, this book is an absolute must-read for fans of sports romance and heartfelt storytelling.

Hayden Houston is at the heart of the story, a woman determined to carve out her own path after a lifetime spent in the shadow of her hockey coach father. But when she meets Brody Croft, the magnetic hockey star with a reputation as bold as his plays on the ice, Hayden's world is turned upside down in the best possible way.

From their electric first meeting to the explosive chemistry that ignites between them, Hayden and Brody's romance leaps off the page, drawing readers into a whirlwind of emotions and steamy encounters. Elle Kennedy expertly captures the intensity of their connection, leaving readers rooting for them to overcome every obstacle in their path.

But "Body Check" is more than just a steamy romance—it's a gripping tale of loyalty, family, and self-discovery. As Hayden and Brody navigate the challenges of their budding relationship, they must confront their fears and insecurities, all while facing external pressures that threaten to tear them apart. From game-fixing scandals to conflicting loyalties, Kennedy keeps readers on the edge, eagerly turning pages to see how it unfolds.

What sets "Body Check" apart is its nuanced portrayal of its characters and their relationships. Hayden and Brody are more than just archetypes—they're complex, multidimensional individuals with flaws and vulnerabilities that make them utterly relatable. As they navigate the highs and lows of love and ambition, readers can't help but become invested in their journey, rooting for them to find their happily ever after against all odds.

first, let me say that i freaking love elle kennedy. second, let me say that i am a huge fan of hockey romances. therefore, if elle writes a hockey romance, i'm 100% going to read it. body check was elle's first ever hockey romance book and she recently revised/expanded it. i loved it then and i especially love it now! hayden and brody's story is so fun. i cannot express how much i enjoyed getting to revisit this book and the characters.

thank you so much to netgalley and harlequin romance for sending me an arc! <3

I will always love Elle Kennedy, especially her hockey romances!

This was a quick, easy and spicy romance with the perfect balance of spice, romance and plot. The character were all great and I fekt myself constantly smiling from all of the interactions from Hayden and Brody.

Hayden is a studious professor that is on a break from her boring and spiceless relationship. On a whim she decides to have a one night stand, and thus enters Brody. Hayden has no idea that the hot man that she is about to take home with her for the night is not only a professional hockey player, but plays for her dad's team. After one of the most mindblowing nights of Hayden's life, she tries to live up to the one night stand promise and never see Brody again, but as fate would have it, that is just not possible.

For Brody, meeting Hayden for the first time was like love at first sight. He is sick of hookups and wants a genuine connections. Enter Hayden, the one girl who not only does not know who he is but also only wants a meaningless hookup. Brody basically spends the entirety of this book convincing Hayden to given the relationship a chance. He is thoughtful, kind, and oh so sexy.

This would not be an Elle Kennedy book without some drama that threatens to tear these two apart. The issue is not that her dad is technically Brody's boss, but that her father and the team is under criminal investigations for bribes. They decide to keep the relationship a secret until inevitably they end up on the internet with Brody being accused of accepting bribes, which is not true. It is during there brief 3 day break up that they realize they love each other and of course process their feelings. They live happily ever after with a sweet epilogue showing us that a year later they are married, moved to the West Coast, and are expecting.

This book was so sweet and I really enjoyed it. If you are looking for a quick and spicy hockey romance then I definitely recommend this one!

Thank you to Harlequin Books and Elle Kennedy for an e-ARC of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.