Ellis runs into her ex, Liam, the hockey player she split with 10 years ago, and their chemistry is strong as ever. One thing leads to another, and a few weeks later Ellie is holding a positive pregnancy test. Liam is under pressure from his family, his coaches, and the media. Can Ellis and Liam figure out how to be both partners and parents?

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley, I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Ellis is a single mom who runs in to her old college boyfriend, Liam, and spends a night with him but she means for it to be just that. Liam agrees but clearly can't resist the feelings he still has for Ellis 10 years later. And it turns out that one night got Ellis pregnant. As they start to navigate a relationship they also need to figure out how Liam becomes a dad, how they deal with his NHL hockey schedule, and work through her chronic pain.

I also have "invisible" chronic pain and I absolutely related to Ellis so much. It is so hard when people don't understand what you are going through and also you LOOK FINE. Surrounding yourself with people who will respect your boundaries and give you the grace you need to take care of yourself is so important. I haven't heard enough stories like this, so I truly enjoyed reading about her inner thoughts. I did read somewhere that the author has similar pain, and it makes sense to me because it read very genuine.

Liam and Ellis had such a sweet relationship. You could tell how much he loves her in everything he does and it was so great to read about such a supportive and committed partner.

This book also made me so excited for the sequel to find out what happens with their friends Lyndsey and Aiden.

This book is an emotional rollercoaster in the best way. Ellis Ainsley is a heroine you root for from page one: strong, vulnerable, ambitious, and dealing with chronic illness while trying to keep her life on track. When her past collides with her present in the form of Liam Ruinsky — a charming, rough-around-the-edges NHL star — sparks definitely fly.

The chemistry between Ellis and Liam is electric — raw, real, and filled with the kind of tension that makes you want to yell at them to just kiss already. But what makes this more than just a steamy read is the heart behind it. The book tackles chronic illness, co-parenting, and fame with care and nuance, while still delivering on the tropey goodness fans love: forced proximity, emotional baggage, and of course, the “one last night” that changes everything.

This book hits all the right notes — witty banter, swoon-worthy romance, and just enough angst to keep those pages turning late into the night. Overall, it's is a win for anyone who loves their love stories messy, heartfelt, and deliciously complicated.

I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving my review.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this very cute hockey romance and second chance romance story. I loved that the book was written from the perspective of both characters. I enjoyed reading about Ellis and Liam, and they are endearingly written characters with wonderful chemistry. Thank you to Tegan Phillips and NetGalley for this ARC!

This was a cute read and I enjoyed it for someone who doesn’t usually like the pregnancy trope but I thought it was done quite well. The disability representation was great and I loved the found family aspect of it.

This was a cute romance, with a trope that I have not explored yet. However, sometimes the plot seems to jump all over the place, as well as the way they fell in love was not that clear to me.

A second chance trope is my least favourite unfortunately but this book was a quick easy read for me. I felt so sorry for Ellis her life gets turned upside down even more she has to deal with a lot chronic illness plus she has a young son and she's now pregnant from a onenight stand which is even more complicated as it's her ex she had the one nighter with.
If you want a quick easy read and more indepth story this is one for you. It's not usually the sports books I read anymore but this one wasn't too bad.

This story has a great concept but I found it somewhat lacking compared to other sports romances I’ve enjoyed. I loved Ellis and Liam together but I found their jump into a one night stand somewhat realistic after spending so many years apart. Where was the longing? The slow burn? The synopsis advertises this book as ‘brimming with tension and lust’ but the angst and the tension I was expecting for a second chance romance was sadly missing. Everything happened very quickly and Liam’s reaction to the pregnancy was far too calm and collected for a playboy NHL player. I was waiting for some kind of drama, a gasp moment, but it just never came.

What I did love though was the single parent representation. Ellis is juggling so much with the care of her little boy as a single parent while living with a chronic illness and I felt that this side of her story with so much care and consideration. I genuinely felt for Ellis and wanted her to have the happy ending she deserved. There were some seriously tender moments throughout this book between Ellis, Liam and Jack. Watching Liam’s love grow for Jack and his unborn baby was such a heartwarming treat. I felt myself desperate to get through Ellis’ chapters so I could have more of Liam’s POV.

This book is also rich in found family vibes and I loved how Liam’s friends and hockey teammates all came together to give Ellis and her children the safety and security they so desperately needed and wanted. Overall this was a cute, easy romance road.

Thank you NetGalley for my arc copy of Melting Point 💕

Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for a review.

Ellis and Liam did the second chance romance so well. Usually, that trope is a miss for me, but I really loved their story and it was captivating and such a fun story to follow along. I also fell in love with little Jack and his and Liam's relationship was my absolute favorite part of this book.

Swoony, spicy, and totally addictive 🍦🔥. Melting For You is the perfect summer romance packed with humour, heat, and all the ice-cream shop vibes you could want. Tegan Phillips delivers sharp banter, irresistible chemistry, and lovable characters in this feel-good, flirty rom-com. A must-read for fans of steamy, sweet love stories with plenty of fun.

Honestly, I was so close to DNF-ing this. What even was this? I had such a hard time getting into it—both because of the writing style and how unlikable the characters were. It’s been a while since I’ve read a hockey romance, and I was really excited for this one, which made the disappointment even worse. The plot and overall execution just didn’t work for me.
The only reason I gave this one star is because of the mention and representation of fibromyalgia, an illness I’ve seen deeply affect someone close to me.
I think this story needed more time in the writing, research, and editing stages. It had potential, but it wasn’t well executed.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Warm, Witty, and Wonderfully Real

Melting For You is a charming, heartfelt romance that delivers not just swoon-worthy moments and smart humor, but also a refreshingly authentic portrayal of chronic illness. Tegan Phillips crafts a protagonist who lives with fibromyalgia, and the representation is done with nuance and care—never defining the character, but instead integrating it realistically into her life, relationships, and choices.

The narrative balances emotional depth with lightness, offering a slow-burn romance that feels both cozy and complex. The writing is crisp and engaging, and while some plot beats lean toward the familiar, Phillips's unique voice and the thoughtful inclusion of invisible illness set this book apart.

Overall, this is a warm and uplifting read that doesn’t shy away from real challenges—and does so without turning them into a trope or tragedy. Highly recommended for romance fans looking for a love story with genuine heart and inclusive representation.

Thank you to NetGalley and Canelo for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

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4⭐ 4🌶️

Wow! As if Ellis's life isn't complicated enough to start with! Chronic illness, a 5-year-old son and she's now pregnant to her ex from 10 years ago because of a one-night stand! Poor woman! That would have tipped me over the edge! Luckily Liam, the MMC, is awesome and helps out however he can, without being overbearing or belittling. Basically, he's almost perfect. This was a solid first book from Tegan and I want to congratulate them for the way she wrote about the FMC's chronic illness. It was so real but not cringy. I look forward to reading more, especially Lindsay and Aiden's story!

Big thanks to NetGalley and Tegan Phillips for a copy of this book. This is my honest opinion.

I wanted to like this book more than I did. The plot line is a good one but I just didn't feel it completely. Also the use of certain British terms on the writing style bothered me some. I do like that I touched on a health condition that many women have today. I'll probably read the next one because I wanted to know what happens to the other main characters. Thanks NetGalley for the advanced copy.
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Melting For You is a solid second-chance hockey romance with good chemistry between the leads. I really appreciated the chronic illness representation and how it was woven into Ellis’s story. While it may not become my favorite in the hockey romance genre, it was an enjoyable, engaging read that delivered on the tension and heart.

The one thing I appreciated about this book was the representation of chronic illness. Unfortunately, the second-chance romance between Ellis and Liam didn’t work for me. The story felt too drawn out, and there was too much inner dialogue and miscommunication. I really wish there had been more healthy communication between the characters.

Thanks to the author, Hera Books, and NetGalley for the advanced copy.

I didn't love the writing style. I found it quite info dumpy and we ended up hearing a lot about what the characters thoughts and feelings instead of actually seeing the story happen.

This was just nah. I read it quite quickly, but I wasn´t really immersed in this story. Ellis's behavior was pissing me off quite a lot. I understand that she had insecurities because of her chronic illness, but she wasn´t really communicating with Liam as an adult should. Also, nothing really happened in this book and I think give me 3 days and I will have no clue what it was about.

Review based on ARC provided via NetGalley

Second chance, single mom, accidental pregnancy hockey romance.

MCs who dated in college and were separated when MMC left for the NHL and are reunited 10 years later at a bar which results in what she hopes is a one night stand. The book follows their journey back together, layering in the balancing of his career, her chronic illness and her son. This was a quick read, with authentic own voice telling of pregnancy with chronic illness. The will they/won't they got a bit overplayed in the middle and the conflicts that came up felt manufactured (and wouldn't happen in real life) to extended the book, but overall it was a good start to a series and I am excited to read the next book.

I like the cover, it suits the book.
The book is so entertaining that I read it within a few hours.
The characters are likeable and fit together well. They round off the story.
The setting is well described and the writing style is relaxed and easy.
A clear reading recommendation from me!!!!!