I went into to this book not knowing anything but the title. I was pleasantly surprised and really enjoyed it! I felt that characters were relatable in both time periods and the "time travel" didn't seem too far fetched. I enjoyed the secondary characters and liked the relationships between all of the characters. I would recommend this to friends, and look forward to reading more by Lia Riley.

This was such a fun mash up of hockey romance, marriage of convenience, and time travel. Definitely a fun light humorous book to read if you're looking for a little pick me up one weekend!

This was a really cute story and such a fun premise! As someone who loves a good hockey romance and believes that a regency England setting makes everything better, this book was such a fun read!

The characters are likable and the plot is fun and makes sense (as much as any time travel story can!), the setting and imagery is wonderful, and I loved the humor tucked in throughout. You can’t really have a modern jock dropped into regency England without some silliness ensuing!

Thank you to the author and publisher as well as NetGalley for the free e-arc! I’m so grateful!

I love anything with time travel and I’m a huge hockey fan so I was very intrigued by this, also expecting just something potentially absurd - but it kept me entertained! The ending was a bit lack luster for me but the character chemistry otherwise was fun and it was nice getting a unique concept!

This was really cute! I went into this book expecting a ridiculous story (in the best way) that I would have a great time reading and this book delivered. The beginning is hilarious and watching Lizzy and Tucker meet was so much fun, especially when Jane is added to the mix. I admit the last half of this book lost me a little and I found myself bored by the end. The novelty had worn off and the hilarious fun of the first half was gone. I still enjoyed this story, but admit the I was a little disappointed when it finished.

If you're someone who takes Jane Austen and classic literature seriously, this DEFINITELY is not for you. The amount of enraged reviews I've seen floating around tells me you should approach this book with caution if you're an OG Jane Austen stan. But if you're looking for a fun palette cleanser, this is an entertaining option for sure!

This was underwhelming. I think I was expecting more out of the premise. It didn’t work for me but I can see this becoming a cult classic

I enjoyed this so much more than I expected to! I'm not super into period pieces or hockey, but the time-travel element was helpful in both regards. Tuck was so sweet, and I appreciated the little Jane Austen jokes (boiled potatoes!).

Thank you to Harper Collins and NetGalley for a copy of this ARC in exchange for my honest review. I had such a good time reading this one! It was a fun mix of time travel sci-fi and Bridgerton Regency historical fiction. It was SPICY at times and I loved the romance between the characters. I felt like the ending really took away for me but I did enjoy that Lizzy didn’t compromise herself to accommodate for her man so that was kinda cool. I do have an immense amount of questions though because if Tuck’s body was still in his present time, how is that being addressed when Lizzy leaves England? And how does it work for them “commuting” together?.
I just can’t think of way that their body isn’t just hanging out in the pond. I do wish we got a little more hockey in this book as well since it was kind of marketed as a hockey romance with the cover art. It was still really fun and if you don’t try to rationalize it like I did, I think you could rate this one higher than I did.

It was cute! i wish I cared more but I think its an inventive idea so I am glad it exists!!!!.. They were a sweet couple together

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers, Avon and Harper Voyager, for the opportunity to read this book.

I rated this book a 4 out of 5 stars and greatly enjoyed this one. Lia Riley is a new to me author and I would read other books by this author, based on this book, in the future.

This book was a beautiful combination of magical realism, sports romance and regency romance (all of which are my favorite genres to read). It had a very unique concept and kept my engagement throughout the entire book because I could not wait to find out what happened next throughout each chapter. All of the Jane Austen references when they are in the regency time period are so fun and I love the storyline of her writing (and in turn, Lizzie’s writing) and how it was woven into this.

The spice was so good in this one and I love that Lizzie did not know anything about “adult relations” and he essentially taught her everything he knows. I also love that he taught her all about hockey and the time that he is from. The ending was so beautiful and perfect for this story.

Thank you to Avon, NetGalley and LibroFM in exchange for an honest review

I would recommend if you're looking for (SPOILERS)

-m/f historical romance
-hockey player
-time travel
-marriage of convenience
-sex lessons

This was bonkers in the best way, escapist and really fun as well as an audiobook. It was everything i needed it to be.

Tropes: Marriage of convenience and time travel. Will this time travel be more like The Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court or The Wizard of Oz?

NHL Goalie Tucker Taylor has had a tough year. He was diagnosed with Hodgkins lymphoma. the treatments had been brutal, but he seems to be cured and on the mend. On medical leave he goes to England to visit his sister and ends up, while avoiding hitting a boy and his dog, into a frozen pond, where he gets trapped under the ice- and climbs out of the pond 6 months later but 212 years earlier, in 1812. There he meets Lizzy Wooddash, who quickly comes to the aid of this gorgeous man dressed in the most outlandish clothing. She has been staying with her cousin Georgie, to avoid her family, who want to marry her off to anyone who will provide a step up in society. Georgie's best friend is Jane Austin, who lives down the road. They come up with a scheme to find a way to return Tuck to his time, while making Lizzy a widow, so she can be independent. Things don't quite work out the way they planned. Some of it is silly, but there is also some interesting bits about stone circles, ley lines and ancient Druid beliefs. Entertaining.

I was gifted with an Advanced Reader's Copy by the publisher via NetGalley.com. This is my unbiased, voluntary and honest review.

As someone who loves Pride and Prejudice, and hockey romances, this book was "made for me"! It is fun and lighthearted. Definitely pick this up if you are looking for some quick and light to read.

Honestly this would slap as a romcom movie and I would rewatch it like it was my religion. 🙂‍↕️

I had a fun time with this hockey x time travel x historical romance. Truly a combination I had no idea I needed in my life. It was lighthearted, low angst, with some fun nods to Pride and Prejudice/Jane Austen while being completely it's own amusing story.

The ending was probably the best case scenario for everyone realistically story wise, but I didn't love it.

I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review. Thank you to NetGalley & Avon and Harper Voyager!

Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Writing: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Characters: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tropes, etc: Time Travel, Regency Era, Marriage of Convenience, Forbidden Love, Hockey
POV: Dual, 3rd Person
3rd Act Breakup?: Yes
Song Association: This Love by Taylor Swift

Brief Summary: After crashing his car into a pond, Tucker is sent back in time to Regency era England. He enlists Lizzy, a 27-year-old bluestocking, to help him find his way back to his own time.

Vibe Check: Sweet, witty, fun.

FMC Is: Smart, sassy, and independent.
MMC Is: Kind, dedicated, a bit of a himbo.
Chemistry: 🧪🧪🧪🧪🧪

While Reading I: Giggled and kicked my feet, cried, fanned myself 🥵

What Kept Me Hooked: Tucker and Lizzy’s undeniable chemistry, the unwavering way he stuck up for her, the banter.

Room For Improvement: I wasn’t the biggest fan of the ending. I feel like there was still too much of a risk to Tucker’s health for either of them to spend extended periods of time back in the 1800’s. And what if it just stops working? In my opinion, it would’ve made more sense for Lizzy to just stay in the future.

Final Thoughts: Overall, this was a cute read, and I enjoyed Lia’s writing! I’ll definitely check out her other books.

I kind of thought that based on the premise, this was going to be a little tongue-in-cheek. Unfortunately, I think that so much of this was supposed to be taken earnestly and that’s such a misstep.

Time travel back to regency days for a hockey player who we barely see play hockey. Throw in some real-life Jane Austen cameos and you have what seems like book designed just to check off boxes of what’s popular in romance publishing now.

Thank you for the opportunity to read this advance copy.

I’m a sucker for any type of P&P inspired work or retelling. Unfortunately I had to DNF this. This one was not for me.

OMG this was the cutest romance I have ever read. I loved it all, combining the regency era with hockey!! Pure genius! The character development was there, the relationship was there. Amazing.

This is the 3rd book I've read within the last year with the same premise and this was by far the one that was the worst done. I stuck it out to see if it ever got better, but somehow the ending was the absolute worst thing I could imagine. this one seemed to drag on for no reason.

Puck and Prejudice is a delightful blend of Regency romance, time travel, and a dash of hockey, making it an incredibly fun and unique read. The story follows Tucker Taylor, a professional hockey goalie who, through a car accident in Bath, England, unexpectedly finds himself transported back to 1812. There, he meets Lizzy Wooddash, a spirited and independent young woman, who, despite her proper upbringing, is determined to chart her own course in life—free from the constraints of marriage and societal expectations.

The chemistry between Tucker and Lizzy is undeniable from the start, with their banter and mutual attraction providing much of the charm throughout the novel. Lizzy, a character that’s both delicate and resolute, is well-developed and offers a refreshing take on the intelligent, independent heroine. Tucker, the stereotypical tough-guy athlete, is softened in her presence, making their dynamic both endearing and entertaining. The relationship grows naturally, and their journey to self-discovery, as well as the developing romance, was a joy to witness.

What’s most striking about Puck and Prejudice is how it simultaneously leans into, yet subverts, familiar Regency tropes. We encounter a marriage of convenience, a road trip that deepens the characters’ connection, crowded inns, and even a shared bed—all elements that fans of Regency romance will recognize. Despite its time travel premise, the novel doesn’t get bogged down in the fantastical but instead creates an engaging world where the absurdity of Tucker’s situation feels oddly believable.

A standout element of the story is the relationship to Jane Austen’s novels, with the beloved author making a prominent appearance in the narrative. This connection enriches the plot and adds a layer of depth that will appeal to Austen fans. The humor between the characters, especially the women, is another highlight, offering light-hearted moments amid the more serious plot developments.

The pacing is quick, which effectively conveys the urgency of Tucker’s situation and keeps the reader hooked. There are a few moments where the characters casually reference the future, which felt a little inconsistent with their desire to avoid disturbing the balance of time, but these minor hiccups didn’t detract from the overall enjoyment of the book.

Ultimately, Puck and Prejudice is an easy, entertaining read, with just the right mix of romance, comedy, and spice. For fans of both historical and contemporary romance genres, this book is a fun, lighthearted escape with a surprisingly heartwarming conclusion. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a charming, witty story with an irresistible romance at its core.

Thank you NetGalley and Avon Publishing for my DRC!