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Moo U #10
Snowballed
She needs Prince Farming . . . but she got me instead.
Sure, life’s been easy for me. Growing up in an oceanside house in SoCal, playing top-level college hockey, driving a luxury car with a generous allowance—sounds like the dream, right? Turns out what I didn’t have was freedom. And when I decided to transfer to Moo U for my last year of hockey, my controlling father cut me off.
No money, no car, no friends. I’m just another student struggling to make ends meet. The only place I can afford to live is the Meyers’ farm, where I’ll work in exchange for room and board. Farm work is so exhausting that I don’t even have time to wallow in the crappy turn my life has taken. Zoe Meyers is a hot blonde Amazon with all the energy of a chipmunk on crack. And her positivity is making me realize how lucky I really am, even though I’m broke. Too bad she’s not impressed by a guy who can’t figure out which end of a goat to milk.
Because suddenly I want to impress her. I want to do a lot more with her too . . . if I can get her out of the barn and into my arms.
Sure, life’s been easy for me. Growing up in an oceanside house in SoCal, playing top-level college hockey, driving a luxury car with a generous allowance—sounds like the dream, right? Turns out what I didn’t have was freedom. And when I decided to transfer to Moo U for my last year of hockey, my controlling father cut me off.
No money, no car, no friends. I’m just another student struggling to make ends meet. The only place I can afford to live is the Meyers’ farm, where I’ll work in exchange for room and board. Farm work is so exhausting that I don’t even have time to wallow in the crappy turn my life has taken. Zoe Meyers is a hot blonde Amazon with all the energy of a chipmunk on crack. And her positivity is making me realize how lucky I really am, even though I’m broke. Too bad she’s not impressed by a guy who can’t figure out which end of a goat to milk.
Because suddenly I want to impress her. I want to do a lot more with her too . . . if I can get her out of the barn and into my arms.
281 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 7, 2021
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Melanie Ting
21 books105 followersMelanie Ting is a U.S.A.Today best-selling author of hockey romances. Her books include: the Vancouver Vice hockey series; the Holiday Hat Trick trilogy of holiday romances; and Hockey is My Boyfriend—a choose your own ending love triangle.
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June 7, 2021
Zoe + Noah.
Noah is ice royalty.
His dad a famous ex player. His mom an olympian skater. His little brother drafted into the NHL and his sister on her way to team USA.
Only Noah is just bubbling along in his ordinary hockey life.
That's why he jumps at the chance to play his last college year in Vermont.
His dad is not amused and cuts off all money!
That's why poor Noah is now living and working for room and board at the Meyers farm.
Zoe's farm.
She's been running the farm with her brother since her dad died two years ago. But now Derek moved into the hockey house on campus and she needs a boarder to help. Noah. Spoiled California surfer boy Noah has to milk the goats at 5.30 am. LOL!
LET THE FUN TIMES BEGIN! ☺
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That was just adorable.
Zoe is so cute and a bit broken and she talks non stop - which Noah hates ... but of course he will still fall for the crazy farm girl! Just adorable!
I loved reading this book.
It was a beautiful and funny and emotional and very farmy and hockey-y college love story!
I could read these kinds of books every day for the rest of eternity!
I also wouldn't mind seeing this whole world on Netflix one day!
Can't wait to get more Vermont soon!
SNOWBALLED was an adorable + funny + farmy + hockey-y enemies-ish-to-lovers romance! I loved reading it! Run to your nearest amazon for your own Noah - he'll be sold out in no time!
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September 29, 2021
I adored the first 200 pages of this book.
It had sass, cute animals, comedy and some spicey bits.
The last 60 or so pages went a little off the rails and too intense for me, but I see why she did it.
I just preferred the airy and light bits more.
Thanks so much to Melanie Ting for my signed paperback from her Goodreads giveaway!
It had sass, cute animals, comedy and some spicey bits.
The last 60 or so pages went a little off the rails and too intense for me, but I see why she did it.
I just preferred the airy and light bits more.
Thanks so much to Melanie Ting for my signed paperback from her Goodreads giveaway!
June 8, 2021
Snowballed was a fantastic read, the romance was sweet, the characters were great and the hockey was on point.
Noah is a grumpy californian Adonis, Zoe is a bubbly farmer, they don't get along from the first encounter but often appearances can be deceptive and their fiendship grows slowly and organically chapter after chapter revealing their true selves.
I've appreciated these characters, they are deep and relatable. I feel for Zoe, I understand her so well and I wanted to hug her and to become her friend. Noah is so reliable, and cute when he works with the animals... book-boryfriend material here.
This was the first time I've read Melanie Ting and I've enjoyed her writing and storyline.
Get it now if slow burn is your jam, there are also some cute goats.
Copy kindly provided by the Publisher/Author.
June 7, 2021
Melanie Ting hits it in the net with SNOWBALLED (Moo U #9). Noah Goodwin transfers to Burlington University to play his last year of hockey. This angers his father who cuts him off. He ends up working on the Meyer’s Farm in exchange for room and board. There he meets Zoe Meyers, who plays on the women’s team. The more he gets to know her the more he wants to impress her.
Noah is an interesting hero. He comes from hockey royalty. His father was an NHL star. His mother was an Olympic figure skating champion. His younger brother was just drafted. Noah, on the other hand, was overlooked in the draft due to his smaller size. I respect his decision to transfer and gain a new perspective. I like that they appreciated him for what her could do for the team, making him feel valued. I enjoyed Noah’s transition from California city boy to Vermont farm hand. To say he experienced a different lifestyle is putting it mildly. I appreciated how he grew throughout the novel. Zoe is a sweet heroine. She loves the farm. It reminds her of her deceased father. She has issues that she needs to work out. Noah and Zoe are an unlikely couple that works.
Melanie Ting does an exceptional job with her character development and plot. The characters grew tremendously throughout the story. The novel was thought-provoking and entertaining. I am a big fan of Melanie Ting’s work. I was thrilled that she wrote a book in the Moo U series. SNOWBALLED is the perfect addition to Sarina Bowen’s world of True North. I recommend this story to people who enjoy hockey romances. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.
Noah is an interesting hero. He comes from hockey royalty. His father was an NHL star. His mother was an Olympic figure skating champion. His younger brother was just drafted. Noah, on the other hand, was overlooked in the draft due to his smaller size. I respect his decision to transfer and gain a new perspective. I like that they appreciated him for what her could do for the team, making him feel valued. I enjoyed Noah’s transition from California city boy to Vermont farm hand. To say he experienced a different lifestyle is putting it mildly. I appreciated how he grew throughout the novel. Zoe is a sweet heroine. She loves the farm. It reminds her of her deceased father. She has issues that she needs to work out. Noah and Zoe are an unlikely couple that works.
Melanie Ting does an exceptional job with her character development and plot. The characters grew tremendously throughout the story. The novel was thought-provoking and entertaining. I am a big fan of Melanie Ting’s work. I was thrilled that she wrote a book in the Moo U series. SNOWBALLED is the perfect addition to Sarina Bowen’s world of True North. I recommend this story to people who enjoy hockey romances. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.
June 15, 2021
This story was not at all what I expected when I picked up this book. I mean, to be fair I didn't read the blurb, so I wasn't expecting much more than a college sports romance. And all of these Moo U books have been great, unique, yet all with that hockey thread and I have been loving it.
But then this one was a lot deeper and more emotional, and I didn't see it coming. I was so invested in each of Noah and Zoe's individual stories. They each had their own journey to take, and they both matured and overcame their issues. And although personal character growth is something I look for or expect in my new adult romance it was something I enjoyed immensely in this one.
Although the emotions were running high, and I did shed a few tears while reading this it was also pretty hot, and I liked the chemistry and banter between Noah and Zoe. Noah was pretty straight and direct and his complete lack of game play was refreshing. Neither of them took any crap yet they weren’t cold or condescending they were just upfront and stood their ground.
I really enjoyed both characters and although the second characters were kind of jerks, they were still really well written, and we did get to see why they were acting like they were. The whole story was wrapped up in a neat little bow and I put it down really happy with the story as a whole.
But then this one was a lot deeper and more emotional, and I didn't see it coming. I was so invested in each of Noah and Zoe's individual stories. They each had their own journey to take, and they both matured and overcame their issues. And although personal character growth is something I look for or expect in my new adult romance it was something I enjoyed immensely in this one.
Although the emotions were running high, and I did shed a few tears while reading this it was also pretty hot, and I liked the chemistry and banter between Noah and Zoe. Noah was pretty straight and direct and his complete lack of game play was refreshing. Neither of them took any crap yet they weren’t cold or condescending they were just upfront and stood their ground.
I really enjoyed both characters and although the second characters were kind of jerks, they were still really well written, and we did get to see why they were acting like they were. The whole story was wrapped up in a neat little bow and I put it down really happy with the story as a whole.
June 9, 2021
I have typed and backspaced about ten times now trying to figure out how to tell you what I want to say without it confusing you or being too wordy lol I’m having a bit of a time here. *sigh* Okay, the writing was good. There’s no plot-holes that I can think of, and nothing was ridiculous, so props for that. I think the choice to make this story a slow-burn journey was perfect for the characters and storyline, but in my humble opinion, there were a ton of places where it just was soooooooooo slow going that it forced me to skim a bit, okay, a lot (sorry)! But on the other hand, I don’t think anything much faster would have fit them, so I’m all up in my head right now wondering how to rate this story. And see, that’s why I hate ratings with a passion of a thousand suns. They are arbitrary numbers that say NOTHING. Words say something. But alas, I don’t make the rules soooooo 3.5 stars it is!
Okay, so those are my 2 cents. I liked the style and voice of the author. I liked the characters but the story just …. *sigh* And another thing!! We can't even half star! It's all a giant mess I tell ya!
Okay, so those are my 2 cents. I liked the style and voice of the author. I liked the characters but the story just …. *sigh* And another thing!! We can't even half star! It's all a giant mess I tell ya!
June 9, 2021
I FREAKING LOVED THIS ONE SO MUCH.
Snowballed had two of my favorite things in the World of True North. Farming and hockey.
Noah, a California kid who has a famous hockey play dad, figure skater mom, and a life dictated down to the very meal decides he needs to make a change after he's presented with a spot on the Moo U hockey team. He moves across the country, entirely cut off and jumps on the first opportunity that presents itself--move on to Zoe Meyers' farm, help out with chores, and have a warm bed and meals provided.
Zoe, who also plays on Moo U's women's team does not start off the the right foot with Noah. She's the type that babbles when she's nervous (especially around very attractive guys) and Noah could not take her personal brand of overly bright sunshine when she picked him up from the airport. These idiots, I tell you lollll. She kicked him to the curb, quite literally, after he made one too many rude remarks and things progressed from there.
The more time that Noah spends on the farm doing chores, eating fantastic meals, and being around a more normal Zoe, he does start to loosen up. I loved him so much you guys. He was super serious but also very genuine and caring. He was the ultimate team player on the ice and I loved watching him make the people he was paired directly with, better. Zoe, her brother---literally anyone he was on the ice with. Oh, and did I mention he was BOSSY? But in a good way. Both on the ice and in the bedroom and boy was that a turn on lol.
The ~drama~ in this on revolved around Zoe dealing (or I guess NOT dealing) with the death of her father from two years ago. The farm in which they lived was his baby and her ability to not let it go, as we eventually learn, is a result of that. I'm really glad that more and more books are championing the use of a therapist lately. The stigma on going to one needs to be broken because there is absolutely NOTHING wrong with asking for help from a professional. Watching Zoe go through that process and having her work through all of her pent up feelings about the past and find out what it really even was that was bothering her was a powerful thing. Very realistic and satisfying.
Highly recommend!
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Snowballed had two of my favorite things in the World of True North. Farming and hockey.
Noah, a California kid who has a famous hockey play dad, figure skater mom, and a life dictated down to the very meal decides he needs to make a change after he's presented with a spot on the Moo U hockey team. He moves across the country, entirely cut off and jumps on the first opportunity that presents itself--move on to Zoe Meyers' farm, help out with chores, and have a warm bed and meals provided.
Zoe, who also plays on Moo U's women's team does not start off the the right foot with Noah. She's the type that babbles when she's nervous (especially around very attractive guys) and Noah could not take her personal brand of overly bright sunshine when she picked him up from the airport. These idiots, I tell you lollll. She kicked him to the curb, quite literally, after he made one too many rude remarks and things progressed from there.
The more time that Noah spends on the farm doing chores, eating fantastic meals, and being around a more normal Zoe, he does start to loosen up. I loved him so much you guys. He was super serious but also very genuine and caring. He was the ultimate team player on the ice and I loved watching him make the people he was paired directly with, better. Zoe, her brother---literally anyone he was on the ice with. Oh, and did I mention he was BOSSY? But in a good way. Both on the ice and in the bedroom and boy was that a turn on lol.
The ~drama~ in this on revolved around Zoe dealing (or I guess NOT dealing) with the death of her father from two years ago. The farm in which they lived was his baby and her ability to not let it go, as we eventually learn, is a result of that. I'm really glad that more and more books are championing the use of a therapist lately. The stigma on going to one needs to be broken because there is absolutely NOTHING wrong with asking for help from a professional. Watching Zoe go through that process and having her work through all of her pent up feelings about the past and find out what it really even was that was bothering her was a powerful thing. Very realistic and satisfying.
Highly recommend!
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June 7, 2021
Snowballed by Melanie Ting, is book #9 in the Moo U Series. This was my first from this author and really enjoyed her writing style. CJ Bloom and Ryan West did a fabulous job with the narration. Their voices compliment each other well and their animated voices made for an enjoyable listening experience.
Noah comes from a family of hockey players but he is tired of his brother constantly being in the limelight and being overlooked by his family. When the coach of the Moo U team comes to California and offers him a spot on the University's hockey team he makes the decision to leave California and head to Vermont. What he didn't expect was his father to cut him off financially but determined to make it on his own he answers an ad to work on a farm in exchange of room and board.
After the loss of her father Zoe is determined to keep her family's farm going in her fathers memory, though both her mother and brother want to sell it. When Noah first answers her ad she is ecstatic. However, upon first meeting the two could not be more opposite and they really rub each other the wrong way. The more time they spend together the more they learn about each other and open up to one another. Noah challenged Zoe not only on the farm but also on the ice. He really helps her find her confidence, and I loved that.
The slow burn attraction between Zoe and Noah was fantastic. Their relationship developed at the perfect speed. I enjoyed the lighter, sweet sides to these characters as well as the serious tender, emotional sides as well.
The author did a wonderful job writing in the Moo U world, and I look forward to checking out more of her work in the future.
*ALC provided in exchange of an honest review.
Noah comes from a family of hockey players but he is tired of his brother constantly being in the limelight and being overlooked by his family. When the coach of the Moo U team comes to California and offers him a spot on the University's hockey team he makes the decision to leave California and head to Vermont. What he didn't expect was his father to cut him off financially but determined to make it on his own he answers an ad to work on a farm in exchange of room and board.
After the loss of her father Zoe is determined to keep her family's farm going in her fathers memory, though both her mother and brother want to sell it. When Noah first answers her ad she is ecstatic. However, upon first meeting the two could not be more opposite and they really rub each other the wrong way. The more time they spend together the more they learn about each other and open up to one another. Noah challenged Zoe not only on the farm but also on the ice. He really helps her find her confidence, and I loved that.
The slow burn attraction between Zoe and Noah was fantastic. Their relationship developed at the perfect speed. I enjoyed the lighter, sweet sides to these characters as well as the serious tender, emotional sides as well.
The author did a wonderful job writing in the Moo U world, and I look forward to checking out more of her work in the future.
*ALC provided in exchange of an honest review.
June 18, 2021
**3 ½ Stars**
Snowballed by Melanie Ting is the ninth book in the Moo U series. Noah and Zoe's novel can be read as a complete standalone. This is also the first novel I read by Melanie Ting.
Zoe is on a mission to save her family's farm in honor of her late father. But not everyone feels the same way she feels about the farm, mainly her mother and brother. Her mother wants to let the farm go and her brother agrees. They see it as a waste of time and money, while Zoe sees it as her father's last ambition.
Noah is on a mission to become the very best hockey player he can possibly be and get out from under his brother's shadow. Now newly cut off from his family's fortune, Noah finds himself a job on a farm, even though he's never worked on a farm a day in his life. He's dead set on achieving his dreams, and he'll do everything it takes to get him to the top, even if that means milking goats....
My Thoughts:
Zoe's story pulled at all of my heartstrings. I felt for her in the sense that I lost my father a year and a half ago. I, like Zoe, tried to hold onto all of his possessions because I thought his memory lived in those possessions. It took me a little over a year to realize the memories are in my head and not in a run down barn or a truck that barely starts. In all honesty, there wasn't a dry eye in this house once I started this book. Melanie Ting touched my heart and pulled at my soul.
Where as I loved Zoe's story, I found myself getting slightly annoyed with her actions as the novel went on. There was a moment where Zoe had strong expectations of Noah buying her family farm.. and then throwing a fit when he made the remark that he didn't want to be a farmer. Sure he was harsh, but some situations call for a little tough love... My love for her character dwindled shortly after this scene. I get wanting to hold onto something, but lashing out at those who are trying to help you....not cool... her lack of maturity really threw me for a loop. I expected more from her.
Now onto Noah. I loved how softhearted this man was and his newfound ambition to be the best made his character even more stunning. I loved watching him try his hardest on the farm, given he's a city boy, this made for some hilarious moments. This man was admirable. I loved reading his point of views and getting an insight to his thoughts, especially when it came to his first time milking the goats. I laughed so hard!
It's odd, at the start of this novel I loved Zoe and didn't really care for Noah.... but by the end, it was like these characters did a complete trait swap and I found myself loving Noah more than Zoe. I'm sitting over here scratching my head and wondering what in the hell just happened!
Overall, Snowballed was a good novel and there were moments when I cried my eyes out, but I needed a bit more for me to rate this one higher.
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Snowballed by Melanie Ting is the ninth book in the Moo U series. Noah and Zoe's novel can be read as a complete standalone. This is also the first novel I read by Melanie Ting.
Zoe is on a mission to save her family's farm in honor of her late father. But not everyone feels the same way she feels about the farm, mainly her mother and brother. Her mother wants to let the farm go and her brother agrees. They see it as a waste of time and money, while Zoe sees it as her father's last ambition.
Noah is on a mission to become the very best hockey player he can possibly be and get out from under his brother's shadow. Now newly cut off from his family's fortune, Noah finds himself a job on a farm, even though he's never worked on a farm a day in his life. He's dead set on achieving his dreams, and he'll do everything it takes to get him to the top, even if that means milking goats....
My Thoughts:
Zoe's story pulled at all of my heartstrings. I felt for her in the sense that I lost my father a year and a half ago. I, like Zoe, tried to hold onto all of his possessions because I thought his memory lived in those possessions. It took me a little over a year to realize the memories are in my head and not in a run down barn or a truck that barely starts. In all honesty, there wasn't a dry eye in this house once I started this book. Melanie Ting touched my heart and pulled at my soul.
Where as I loved Zoe's story, I found myself getting slightly annoyed with her actions as the novel went on. There was a moment where Zoe had strong expectations of Noah buying her family farm.. and then throwing a fit when he made the remark that he didn't want to be a farmer. Sure he was harsh, but some situations call for a little tough love... My love for her character dwindled shortly after this scene. I get wanting to hold onto something, but lashing out at those who are trying to help you....not cool... her lack of maturity really threw me for a loop. I expected more from her.
Now onto Noah. I loved how softhearted this man was and his newfound ambition to be the best made his character even more stunning. I loved watching him try his hardest on the farm, given he's a city boy, this made for some hilarious moments. This man was admirable. I loved reading his point of views and getting an insight to his thoughts, especially when it came to his first time milking the goats. I laughed so hard!
It's odd, at the start of this novel I loved Zoe and didn't really care for Noah.... but by the end, it was like these characters did a complete trait swap and I found myself loving Noah more than Zoe. I'm sitting over here scratching my head and wondering what in the hell just happened!
Overall, Snowballed was a good novel and there were moments when I cried my eyes out, but I needed a bit more for me to rate this one higher.
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June 4, 2021
4 Star Review Snowballed (Moo U #9) by Melanie Ting
One of the good things about the Moo U series is that I am finding a lot of new to me authors such as Melanie Ting. Set in Sarina Bowen’s Moo U world, Snowballed was an entertaining read. From the first chapter I was hooked on this short but fun read about Zoe and Noah, a hockey player who is determined to succeed.
Noah is used to a life of privilege and wealth but when he transfers to Moo U for his last year, his father cuts him off. Noah has no choice but to work in exchange for room and board at the Meyers’ farm.
Intrigued by the beautiful Zoe Meyers, she makes him appreciate life, it’s just a shame she can’t stand him. This just makes him determined to win her over, however she has been badly hurt in the past and is not looking for a relationship.
There were moments of humour and at times this was an emotional read which had me smiling throughout. The road they travel will be rocky but it will be worth it in the end.
One of the good things about the Moo U series is that I am finding a lot of new to me authors such as Melanie Ting. Set in Sarina Bowen’s Moo U world, Snowballed was an entertaining read. From the first chapter I was hooked on this short but fun read about Zoe and Noah, a hockey player who is determined to succeed.
Noah is used to a life of privilege and wealth but when he transfers to Moo U for his last year, his father cuts him off. Noah has no choice but to work in exchange for room and board at the Meyers’ farm.
Intrigued by the beautiful Zoe Meyers, she makes him appreciate life, it’s just a shame she can’t stand him. This just makes him determined to win her over, however she has been badly hurt in the past and is not looking for a relationship.
There were moments of humour and at times this was an emotional read which had me smiling throughout. The road they travel will be rocky but it will be worth it in the end.
June 16, 2021
This was definitely not the norm for a sports romance, which I actually loved. This book is all about family and how the pressures and exceptions they have shape you, and we see these two characters go in two different directions. With Noah he decides to leave in the NHL altogether so he's not continuously compared to his brother, while Zoe is just very single minded and doing what it is she needs to do in order to save her home. Both of them are under an insane amount of pressure, and they form such a natural bond because of it.. But I just felt like I still don't know who Zoe is outside of her family. I loved that the author brought up mental health and just what the crippling weight of our parents dreams can do to us emotionally, but i just wish we got more of emotional side, and he journey to love with Noah.
**I received an ARC of this book and these are my honest opinions!**
**I received an ARC of this book and these are my honest opinions!**
June 7, 2021
Grief
Noah is forced, by his father, to move to a farm so he can play hockey for Moo U. His father had cut off all financial support hence the reason to move into Zoe's family farm. Despite initial misunderstanding 's these two become partners and friends. Soon it becomes clear that Zoe has dealt with her feelings surrounding his father's death and that leads to problems with everyone. I cried buckets reading this story and I love how much these two actually talk which is beautiful and sweet. Great to see both Moo U hockey teams again.
Noah is forced, by his father, to move to a farm so he can play hockey for Moo U. His father had cut off all financial support hence the reason to move into Zoe's family farm. Despite initial misunderstanding 's these two become partners and friends. Soon it becomes clear that Zoe has dealt with her feelings surrounding his father's death and that leads to problems with everyone. I cried buckets reading this story and I love how much these two actually talk which is beautiful and sweet. Great to see both Moo U hockey teams again.
June 12, 2021
Noah is an amazing character I love him!
I am a little frustrated with Zoe but overall enjoyed their story
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I am a little frustrated with Zoe but overall enjoyed their story
#HockeyMooU
#FarmHand
#Zoe&Noah
#GoatMilk
#VermontCurry
#Japan🇯🇵
June 1, 2021
ARC received for an honest review
Just as my team is making its way through the NHL post season, I am loving getting more of the Moo U series.
Zoe is cute and adorable and sweet and awkward, and I can kind of relate to her,
Noah is the golden boy when it comes to the Burlington Bulls, and so not what Zoe expected.
And when they are together, you just know that after the get past their first impressions of each other they are going to fall hopelessly in love,
But I gotta say, what is it with parents who are douchey to their kids, don't listen to then and try to force their life onto their spawn? Ugh, just no.
But this is probably just my bug bear lol (and I have had a run on books with this issue too, so it sticks out to me)
I adore all the books in the Moo U series, and I think they need to keep going on forever and ever!
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June 10, 2021
When Noah Goodwin decides to take Coach Keller up on an offer that takes his hockey career in a new direction, his family cuts him off financially and he's left to fend for himself. Good thing he can get room and board in exchange for helping out at a local farm. How hard could it be?
Zoe Meyers is in a tough spot. Her beloved farm is in danger of being sold if she can't handle the day to day operations of running a small hobby farm. She just wasn't expecting some cocky, egotistical would want to take the job, especially one that looks like a hockey god in the flesh.
Things are a little rocky to start between them. He calls her Cracky -- she talks like she's a chipmunk on crack. But a really nice friendship develops between Zoe and Noah as they share rides, meals and chores on the farm. But these two will have some challenges in maintaining their relationship.
I really liked the way their friendship developed in a slow burn sort of way. Noah is so very mature to Zoe's inexperience. There was an immaturity to Zoe's character that made it hard at times to see these two characters going long term in the relationship. There is also an age and experience gap. To me, this was very much a "happy for now" rather than "happily ever after" story.
Don't get me wrong. Snowballed was a quick and sometimes steamy read (with some slow spots). I liked Noah and Zoe, I just had a hard time believing in them as a long term couple, which is why I'm rating this four stars.
Zoe Meyers is in a tough spot. Her beloved farm is in danger of being sold if she can't handle the day to day operations of running a small hobby farm. She just wasn't expecting some cocky, egotistical would want to take the job, especially one that looks like a hockey god in the flesh.
Things are a little rocky to start between them. He calls her Cracky -- she talks like she's a chipmunk on crack. But a really nice friendship develops between Zoe and Noah as they share rides, meals and chores on the farm. But these two will have some challenges in maintaining their relationship.
I really liked the way their friendship developed in a slow burn sort of way. Noah is so very mature to Zoe's inexperience. There was an immaturity to Zoe's character that made it hard at times to see these two characters going long term in the relationship. There is also an age and experience gap. To me, this was very much a "happy for now" rather than "happily ever after" story.
Don't get me wrong. Snowballed was a quick and sometimes steamy read (with some slow spots). I liked Noah and Zoe, I just had a hard time believing in them as a long term couple, which is why I'm rating this four stars.
June 9, 2021
I loved Snowballed by Melanie Ting. It’s such a great story. I really love the Vermont farm and college hockey combination. Add a personality clash at first sight and explosive chemistry, and you have two hockey players sharing a house and morning chores at odds with each other. Until their attraction wins.
But there’s more to both Zoe and Noah than meets the eye, and figuring each other out turns Snowballed into a very funny and deeply emotional story. I just couldn’t put it down.
I loved Zoe and Noah. Not only are they great together, and are both hockey players, but they evolve. Zoe is such a ray of sunshine. She’s dedicated to her family’s farm and making ends meet. Noah is trying to break free from his father’s expectations and make his own way. She’s cheerful and super nice to him, and he’s a grump with no patience. They clash. And sparks fly.
But things get more complicated when Zoe starts clashing with her family and Noah over the farm she desperately wants to save, and those realizations get addressed in a very realistic way. Mental health is very rarely addressed in a meaningful way in romance, though that is changing. Grief and loss are part of life, and I appreciate the way these topics were handled in this book. They made an already wonderful story into an outstanding one.
Snowballed is a perfect fit for the Moo U series and Sarina World of True North. I highly recommend it.
But there’s more to both Zoe and Noah than meets the eye, and figuring each other out turns Snowballed into a very funny and deeply emotional story. I just couldn’t put it down.
I loved Zoe and Noah. Not only are they great together, and are both hockey players, but they evolve. Zoe is such a ray of sunshine. She’s dedicated to her family’s farm and making ends meet. Noah is trying to break free from his father’s expectations and make his own way. She’s cheerful and super nice to him, and he’s a grump with no patience. They clash. And sparks fly.
But things get more complicated when Zoe starts clashing with her family and Noah over the farm she desperately wants to save, and those realizations get addressed in a very realistic way. Mental health is very rarely addressed in a meaningful way in romance, though that is changing. Grief and loss are part of life, and I appreciate the way these topics were handled in this book. They made an already wonderful story into an outstanding one.
Snowballed is a perfect fit for the Moo U series and Sarina World of True North. I highly recommend it.
June 9, 2021
Noah was raised in an affluent lifestyle and has always had anything money can buy but he has always felt second best compared to the rest of his family. When he is offered the opportunity to spend his senior year at Moo U he believes that this may be his chance to shine but with no financial support he finds himself working on the Meyer’s farm to make ends meet.
Zoe is determined to honor her father by continuing to make the family farm viable however balancing that as well as school and hockey is a challenge . Hiring Noah who is willing to accept room and board as payment is a win-win for both of them even if the sparks of animosity ignite every time they are together.
Noah and Zoe soon realize that first appearances can be deceiving. She realizes that there is a much greater to Noah than the entitled athlete he appears to be and he is the one person who truly sees the emotional struggle she is facing and they give each other strength when they need it the most.
Zoe is determined to honor her father by continuing to make the family farm viable however balancing that as well as school and hockey is a challenge . Hiring Noah who is willing to accept room and board as payment is a win-win for both of them even if the sparks of animosity ignite every time they are together.
Noah and Zoe soon realize that first appearances can be deceiving. She realizes that there is a much greater to Noah than the entitled athlete he appears to be and he is the one person who truly sees the emotional struggle she is facing and they give each other strength when they need it the most.
June 6, 2021
3.5⭐️
This is just too slow for me. I kind of like Zoe's character. She’s smart, kind and hard-working. Noah was kind of an unexpected character for me. At first, he's kind of a jerk, then he turns out to be a caring and sweet guy. I liked their banter. But then again, it was just too slow for me. I couldn't help but kept on skimming to get to the point where they acknowledge their attraction for one another.
This is just too slow for me. I kind of like Zoe's character. She’s smart, kind and hard-working. Noah was kind of an unexpected character for me. At first, he's kind of a jerk, then he turns out to be a caring and sweet guy. I liked their banter. But then again, it was just too slow for me. I couldn't help but kept on skimming to get to the point where they acknowledge their attraction for one another.
June 10, 2021
This was my first read by this author and now I am hooked. I loved how she wrote the characters and even though it's a slow burn, it gives us the chance to really get to know them. Noah and Zoe are total opposites but end up bringing out a different side in each other. They have growth, especially Noah, and their chemistry was amazing.
June 27, 2021
Snowball is another fantastic read in the Moo U series. Noah and Zoe’s story was great, they both had problems but together they were able to work them out, with the help of friends they were able to get their HEA.
November 25, 2021
Noah Goodwin is the son of an NHL legend and an Olympic winning figure skater, and after his younger brother gets drafted to the NHL he decides to move to the east coast. Now in grad school and out on his own, Noah answers an add for room and board out on a farm in Vermont. Zoe Meyers lives on her small family farm and needs help with the animals and around the property, and in comes Noah from sunny California. The minute Zoe met Noah, she did not like him and she was very rude to him. I did not like Zoe, she was so judgmental and selfish and only thought about herself. Noah was going through a lot being out on his own, in a new state, a new school and around new people. What I loved about Noah was how hard working he was, not just as a new player on the Moo U hockey team, but on the farm with Zoe and with the guys on the team. He was serious, but once you got to know him, he was more relaxed and playful. Zoe loved the farm, it was just her, her mom and Noah living there now because her brother moved to the hockey house on campus and she refused to let her mom sell the place even thought it was bleeding money. Zoe also played hockey for the women's team at Moo U and she had plenty of friends on the team. Zoe did too much, she worked on the farm, worked at the tourism bureau in Burlington, went to school, cooked food for her mom and Noah. She hated Noah because she made assumptions about him but he proved her wrong over and over. Noah was such a chill California guy and didn't let Zoe get under his skin. I did like how their friendship evolved, they got to know one another before jumping into anything. When they did start dating, Noah made sure they took things slowly and adjusted to everything. So when Zoe went off on Noah it was shocking to him and me as a reader, he was always nice and respectful and for her to act like that towards him was messed up. I was glad that Zoe got the help that she needed to better herself and Noah knew to give her space to deal with her mental health. Noah was my favorite character in this book, he was the whole package. In the beginning of the book, I didn't really like Zoe, then she was growing on me but then she went and messed it all up. Noah and Zoe did make a good couple, because they were always themselves with each other.
March 16, 2023
Noah's transferring to Moo U (against his father's wishes) and to make up for the sudden loss of his allowance (among other things), he's helping at the Meyers' farm so he, you know, has a rent-free place to live. Two things: Noah doesn't know anything about farming (but he soon learns!) and Zoe's upbeat personality is soon growing on him. Well, soon-ish.
On Zoe's end, she has some baggage she has to deal with. She's determined to hold onto the family farm because it was her father's dream home. Except with her dad now gone, her brother staying in town, and her mom not interested in farming, she's running herself ragged to get everything done. Noah's help (even though it takes him time to figure things out) is appreciated, but there are THINGS she needs to deal with before everything comes spilling over.
It takes a little scare, a lot of soul-searching, and the realization that sometimes a person has to adjust their dreams before Zoe gets where she needs to be. Which is in a relationship with Noah based on the steam between them.
Hockey, goats, facing the past, and figuring out the future. GOOD STUFF.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
On Zoe's end, she has some baggage she has to deal with. She's determined to hold onto the family farm because it was her father's dream home. Except with her dad now gone, her brother staying in town, and her mom not interested in farming, she's running herself ragged to get everything done. Noah's help (even though it takes him time to figure things out) is appreciated, but there are THINGS she needs to deal with before everything comes spilling over.
It takes a little scare, a lot of soul-searching, and the realization that sometimes a person has to adjust their dreams before Zoe gets where she needs to be. Which is in a relationship with Noah based on the steam between them.
Hockey, goats, facing the past, and figuring out the future. GOOD STUFF.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
November 4, 2021
Frozen delights!
When Noah decided to spend his final year of college at Moo U, he gets cut off by his dad. His only hope at managing this is to get a job to pay his way. Answering an ad for free room and board in return for help with farm chores, he meets Zoe, a fellow Moo U student and hockey player. Coming from famous parents and never done anything like this before, Noah has a lot to learn but as Zoe is teaching him, he's also learning more about her. Their relationship is a slow burn but it's filled with fun and good food. The chemistry between the two is great and this read dealt with grief and growing sensitively.
When Noah decided to spend his final year of college at Moo U, he gets cut off by his dad. His only hope at managing this is to get a job to pay his way. Answering an ad for free room and board in return for help with farm chores, he meets Zoe, a fellow Moo U student and hockey player. Coming from famous parents and never done anything like this before, Noah has a lot to learn but as Zoe is teaching him, he's also learning more about her. Their relationship is a slow burn but it's filled with fun and good food. The chemistry between the two is great and this read dealt with grief and growing sensitively.
September 8, 2023
okay so many mixed feelings
First i loved noah idk i never see asian male mcs - theyre usually female and tend to battle their cultures stereotypes so it was rlly refreshing to see half japanese male just vibe ykwim
zoe okay loved her but also wtf ?? There were so many instances where i was cringing at the amount of bs coming out of her mouth, and other times i just sincerely felt so bad for her
loved them together tho - yet again i wished there was more content of THEM just being a couple.
First i loved noah idk i never see asian male mcs - theyre usually female and tend to battle their cultures stereotypes so it was rlly refreshing to see half japanese male just vibe ykwim
zoe okay loved her but also wtf ?? There were so many instances where i was cringing at the amount of bs coming out of her mouth, and other times i just sincerely felt so bad for her
loved them together tho - yet again i wished there was more content of THEM just being a couple.
June 8, 2021
Overall Grade: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Melanie Ting’s Snowballed does what most of the other Moo U stories don’t: allows us to dream over an Asian-American hero, one so self-possessed that you can’t help but love the depth of his seriousness. For me, as I reflected on Noah, I likened him to a character from Grey’s Anatomy: Nico Kim, the incredibly handsome, but serious orthopedic surgeon resident. Like Nico, Noah’s focus oftentimes diminishes his ability to live a full life. With that comes his perceived expectations from his father, a former NHL hockey star. When Noah determines that he cannot remove the shadow of his father and his brother’s successes with hockey, he makes a choice to join the Moo U Hockey team for his final playing season. His father, angered by his son’s choice, cuts him off financially, and Noah is forced to live and work on a farm so that he has a place to live. There, he meets the heroine of Snowballed, Zoe, a vibrant, seemingly happy, and positive go-getter of a heroine. What we find as this story progresses is Zoe’s exterior is a mask to hide a depth of grief that she has never fully processed. With Noah’s too serious, too disciplined persona and Zoe’s erstwhile identity, it’s obvious that they will be a fiery match.
Ting is so careful in crafting Zoe and Noah’s journeys. Noah’s freedom allows him to gain an independence that was lacking under his father’s plan. As he engages in farm work and skates for a team wildly different from his last, he begins to gain confidence in his decision-making that allows him to move past his father’s rules for his life. In that, he is able to self-advocate. Through Noah’s story, Ting deftly reminds her readers that people must make their own choices and live their best lives without regret.
Zoe’s story, while wrapped in a package of vivacity and ambition, illustrates the importance of the grieving process. At a surface level, Zoe works hard, always puts a smile on her face, and she radiates positivity. But there are cracks. As the story progresses, Noah uncovers those fractures. Through her story, we recognize the power of therapy to delve into the difficult parts of our lives. As Ting does with Noah, she aptly crafts a heroine who is seemingly strong and motivated on the outside but has a much darker inner spirit. Ting’s careful pacing of their story allows the story to be elaborated at the right timing.
Where the story suffers, though, is in the chemistry between Noah and Zoe. Honestly, I was never quite sure that Noah was passionate about Zoe. It’s clear that he grows to like her, but the depth of their “love” is difficult to believe, mostly because Noah reads like an automaton. And, as Zoe’s mental health unravels a bit, she reads as desperate for him. With Noah’s emotional distance and Zoe’s messy feelings, their chemistry gets lost to some degree. The epilogue for this story saves it, but I don’t feel a burning passion between Zoe and Noah, which might be difficult for some readers.
I love that Melanie Ting brought Noah into the World of True North. We need diverse characters with diverse backgrounds. With Noah, we are treated to part of the Japanese culture through his bachan. Beyond that, though, Zoe and Noah’s story about letting go of parental expectations is the meat and potatoes of Snowballed, and it’s a worthy read just on that measure.
Melanie Ting’s Snowballed does what most of the other Moo U stories don’t: allows us to dream over an Asian-American hero, one so self-possessed that you can’t help but love the depth of his seriousness. For me, as I reflected on Noah, I likened him to a character from Grey’s Anatomy: Nico Kim, the incredibly handsome, but serious orthopedic surgeon resident. Like Nico, Noah’s focus oftentimes diminishes his ability to live a full life. With that comes his perceived expectations from his father, a former NHL hockey star. When Noah determines that he cannot remove the shadow of his father and his brother’s successes with hockey, he makes a choice to join the Moo U Hockey team for his final playing season. His father, angered by his son’s choice, cuts him off financially, and Noah is forced to live and work on a farm so that he has a place to live. There, he meets the heroine of Snowballed, Zoe, a vibrant, seemingly happy, and positive go-getter of a heroine. What we find as this story progresses is Zoe’s exterior is a mask to hide a depth of grief that she has never fully processed. With Noah’s too serious, too disciplined persona and Zoe’s erstwhile identity, it’s obvious that they will be a fiery match.
Ting is so careful in crafting Zoe and Noah’s journeys. Noah’s freedom allows him to gain an independence that was lacking under his father’s plan. As he engages in farm work and skates for a team wildly different from his last, he begins to gain confidence in his decision-making that allows him to move past his father’s rules for his life. In that, he is able to self-advocate. Through Noah’s story, Ting deftly reminds her readers that people must make their own choices and live their best lives without regret.
Zoe’s story, while wrapped in a package of vivacity and ambition, illustrates the importance of the grieving process. At a surface level, Zoe works hard, always puts a smile on her face, and she radiates positivity. But there are cracks. As the story progresses, Noah uncovers those fractures. Through her story, we recognize the power of therapy to delve into the difficult parts of our lives. As Ting does with Noah, she aptly crafts a heroine who is seemingly strong and motivated on the outside but has a much darker inner spirit. Ting’s careful pacing of their story allows the story to be elaborated at the right timing.
Where the story suffers, though, is in the chemistry between Noah and Zoe. Honestly, I was never quite sure that Noah was passionate about Zoe. It’s clear that he grows to like her, but the depth of their “love” is difficult to believe, mostly because Noah reads like an automaton. And, as Zoe’s mental health unravels a bit, she reads as desperate for him. With Noah’s emotional distance and Zoe’s messy feelings, their chemistry gets lost to some degree. The epilogue for this story saves it, but I don’t feel a burning passion between Zoe and Noah, which might be difficult for some readers.
I love that Melanie Ting brought Noah into the World of True North. We need diverse characters with diverse backgrounds. With Noah, we are treated to part of the Japanese culture through his bachan. Beyond that, though, Zoe and Noah’s story about letting go of parental expectations is the meat and potatoes of Snowballed, and it’s a worthy read just on that measure.
June 7, 2021
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I received a free copy through Heart Eyes Press in exchange for an honest and unbiased review/opinion.
4 stars — Well this book surprised me with the depth it contained! It also had me ordering Japanese food, but that’s because I’m easily influenced.
This was my first time listening to Ryan West, and he was pretty solid. I will say that with both narrators I had a harder time figuring out dialogue from internal thought…but that seems to just be hard to do. Both were great at emotions and pacing, but in particular Ms. Bloom nailed the emotion and anxiety for Zoe.
It’s funny, b/c I had a harder time warming up to Noah in this one…he was just such a jerk when he first meets Zoe. And while it’s sort of explained, and it kind of fit with his slow moving character, it was too bad he got off to such a poor start. But once he settled in, I kind of enjoyed his fairly mellow straightforward character. I loved the way he helped his teammates, and how he helped Zoe (both on the farm and in hockey). I adored how soft he was with the animals. And I appreciated all that he was going through, and how who his parents were really could affect how people treated him.
On the other hand, I enjoyed Zoe almost right away — she was spunky and forthright and down to earth and hardworking…and pretty sunny. Of course that just made it harder when she got more and more irrational at times. The subjects that Ms. Ting tackled with Zoe were really hard and real, and wow was it difficult to read at times. Because you end up seeing the worst of Zoe in many moments, and it was so hard to watch her resist help. Also, while I enjoy a heroine who has insecurities (because relatable), Zoe’s were a bit out of control. BUT, saying all that, she did end up growing a lot. It came mostly at the end of the book, so at times it felt a bit fast, but I still appreciated seeing that growth. And man…so much crying.
I LOVED the friendship chemistry between Noah and Zoe. I enjoyed the dynamic they had, and how they balanced one another. I didn’t always feel the physical chemistry, though their steamy scenes were definitely hot. I think it was also hard to get into their relationship when there was so much volatility at times.
Lots of fun secondary characters as always, and the family dynamics were interesting for both of them. It was strange because Zoe was a bit of an unreliable narrator with her Mom and brother, and so I wasn’t happy with them for much of the book. And yet…the ending made it work.
And on a side note, not to be a weirdo, but OMG it was so refreshing to have such accurate hockey writing! So many times I find myself critiquing what the author knows about the sport, and while I get sometimes there are liberties taken for drama’s sake, sometimes I just can’t even. This is a book for the true hockey lover — prepare to feel like you’re actually watching it.
All in all this was a solid read with lots of nuance and emotions.
I received a free copy through Heart Eyes Press in exchange for an honest and unbiased review/opinion.
4 stars — Well this book surprised me with the depth it contained! It also had me ordering Japanese food, but that’s because I’m easily influenced.
This was my first time listening to Ryan West, and he was pretty solid. I will say that with both narrators I had a harder time figuring out dialogue from internal thought…but that seems to just be hard to do. Both were great at emotions and pacing, but in particular Ms. Bloom nailed the emotion and anxiety for Zoe.
It’s funny, b/c I had a harder time warming up to Noah in this one…he was just such a jerk when he first meets Zoe. And while it’s sort of explained, and it kind of fit with his slow moving character, it was too bad he got off to such a poor start. But once he settled in, I kind of enjoyed his fairly mellow straightforward character. I loved the way he helped his teammates, and how he helped Zoe (both on the farm and in hockey). I adored how soft he was with the animals. And I appreciated all that he was going through, and how who his parents were really could affect how people treated him.
On the other hand, I enjoyed Zoe almost right away — she was spunky and forthright and down to earth and hardworking…and pretty sunny. Of course that just made it harder when she got more and more irrational at times. The subjects that Ms. Ting tackled with Zoe were really hard and real, and wow was it difficult to read at times. Because you end up seeing the worst of Zoe in many moments, and it was so hard to watch her resist help. Also, while I enjoy a heroine who has insecurities (because relatable), Zoe’s were a bit out of control. BUT, saying all that, she did end up growing a lot. It came mostly at the end of the book, so at times it felt a bit fast, but I still appreciated seeing that growth. And man…so much crying.
I LOVED the friendship chemistry between Noah and Zoe. I enjoyed the dynamic they had, and how they balanced one another. I didn’t always feel the physical chemistry, though their steamy scenes were definitely hot. I think it was also hard to get into their relationship when there was so much volatility at times.
Lots of fun secondary characters as always, and the family dynamics were interesting for both of them. It was strange because Zoe was a bit of an unreliable narrator with her Mom and brother, and so I wasn’t happy with them for much of the book. And yet…the ending made it work.
And on a side note, not to be a weirdo, but OMG it was so refreshing to have such accurate hockey writing! So many times I find myself critiquing what the author knows about the sport, and while I get sometimes there are liberties taken for drama’s sake, sometimes I just can’t even. This is a book for the true hockey lover — prepare to feel like you’re actually watching it.
All in all this was a solid read with lots of nuance and emotions.
June 1, 2021
Snowballed, by Melanie Ting, is another great addition to the Moo U books in Sarina Bowen's World of True North.
Noah is a hockey player that comes from a family full of sports royalty. His Dad was an NHL star, his Mom was an Olympic ice skater, his brother has been drafted into the NHL and his sister is making a name for herself in consideration for Team USA. While Noah holds his own, he doesn't feel like he can be his own person where he's at, so he makes the decision to transfer from his school in Arizona, across the country to Moo U. to play his final year of eligibility. His father is furious and in turn cuts him off completely financially. Knowing this is the right move for him, Noah vows to figure it out.
Zoe Meyer's plays hockey at Moo U., but more importantly, she's doing everything she can to keep the farm her family has had for years afloat. Her Mom wants to sell it, not work it and her brother has chosen to move out of the house which means that Zoe is going to need to find someone to help with the chores, otherwise her Mom is going to get what she wants. Zoe decides to put an ad in the paper for a boarder who will receive free room and board in exchange for help on the farm. Will she find someone?
Luckily for Zoe, Noah is desperate and answers her call. He's never done anything on a farm before, but he's willing to learn. While the two don't hit it off initially, as they spend more time together, they realize they actually have a lot in common especially where things surrounding their parents are concerned. They just might be exactly what the other needs to get through the things they are dealing with.
I liked the slow burn of this relationship. Things unfolded as they should have and they had plenty of ups and downs along the way, which made it that much more believable. Both Noah and Zoe were strong people, but they needed one another to become the best they could be. I'd definitely recommend this one.
**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title in exchange for an honest review**
Noah is a hockey player that comes from a family full of sports royalty. His Dad was an NHL star, his Mom was an Olympic ice skater, his brother has been drafted into the NHL and his sister is making a name for herself in consideration for Team USA. While Noah holds his own, he doesn't feel like he can be his own person where he's at, so he makes the decision to transfer from his school in Arizona, across the country to Moo U. to play his final year of eligibility. His father is furious and in turn cuts him off completely financially. Knowing this is the right move for him, Noah vows to figure it out.
Zoe Meyer's plays hockey at Moo U., but more importantly, she's doing everything she can to keep the farm her family has had for years afloat. Her Mom wants to sell it, not work it and her brother has chosen to move out of the house which means that Zoe is going to need to find someone to help with the chores, otherwise her Mom is going to get what she wants. Zoe decides to put an ad in the paper for a boarder who will receive free room and board in exchange for help on the farm. Will she find someone?
Luckily for Zoe, Noah is desperate and answers her call. He's never done anything on a farm before, but he's willing to learn. While the two don't hit it off initially, as they spend more time together, they realize they actually have a lot in common especially where things surrounding their parents are concerned. They just might be exactly what the other needs to get through the things they are dealing with.
I liked the slow burn of this relationship. Things unfolded as they should have and they had plenty of ups and downs along the way, which made it that much more believable. Both Noah and Zoe were strong people, but they needed one another to become the best they could be. I'd definitely recommend this one.
**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title in exchange for an honest review**
June 4, 2021
Snowballed is a perfect addition to the wonderful Moo U world.
I love my visits to the hockey world at Moo U and I love finding new authors through this series and this book was certainly a win win for me because it’s a great read and a new author for me to follow.
Noah comes from hockey royalty but it’s his brother who gets all the attention so when he makes a snap decision to transfer to Moo U and play hockey where no one knows him, his father cuts him off and that means working to pay for his board and tuition. Zoe is desperate to keep her fathers dream alive, she needs to keep the farm going and when her brother moves into the hockey house she decides to advertise a room and board free for work on the farm. This is where the fun and games begin because it’s Noah who moves in but the problem is he knows nothing about milking goats or collecting eggs but he needs a place to live. Zoe plays for the women’s hockey team so they have a lot in common but they come from very different worlds and they don’t exactly hit it off .....
Snowballed touched me on so many levels, it’s not just a story it’s a journey with a fair few bumps in the road, it has wonderful characters, it’s a slow burn built on learning to trust and maybe taking a leap and hoping we will be caught, it’s about friendship, loyalty and families. If you love hockey romances this should be on your radar but I also believe this will appeal to all romance lovers so I guess all that’s left to say is please once click this gem, you won’t be disappointed.
I love my visits to the hockey world at Moo U and I love finding new authors through this series and this book was certainly a win win for me because it’s a great read and a new author for me to follow.
Noah comes from hockey royalty but it’s his brother who gets all the attention so when he makes a snap decision to transfer to Moo U and play hockey where no one knows him, his father cuts him off and that means working to pay for his board and tuition. Zoe is desperate to keep her fathers dream alive, she needs to keep the farm going and when her brother moves into the hockey house she decides to advertise a room and board free for work on the farm. This is where the fun and games begin because it’s Noah who moves in but the problem is he knows nothing about milking goats or collecting eggs but he needs a place to live. Zoe plays for the women’s hockey team so they have a lot in common but they come from very different worlds and they don’t exactly hit it off .....
Snowballed touched me on so many levels, it’s not just a story it’s a journey with a fair few bumps in the road, it has wonderful characters, it’s a slow burn built on learning to trust and maybe taking a leap and hoping we will be caught, it’s about friendship, loyalty and families. If you love hockey romances this should be on your radar but I also believe this will appeal to all romance lovers so I guess all that’s left to say is please once click this gem, you won’t be disappointed.
June 7, 2021
Moo U Hockey is a college hockey romance series in the World of True North, created by Sarina Bowen. Each novel can be read as a standalone, however the series will feature some of the same characters that you will come to know and love. If you loved reading this book, I would also recommend reading Sarina Bowen’s True North books and the other True North series (Vino & Veritas; Busy Bean Cafe; Speakeasy Taproom; and the rest of the Moo U books).
In Snowballed, Zoe needs help with her family’s farm work and Noah needs room & board after his father cut him off for transferring to Moo U. Though Noah's SoCal upbringing did not prepare him for goat milking, he’s a fast learner. Will these two hockey players find true love, despite starting off hating each other?
Melanie writes another winner! Melanie always writes heroines that I can really related to and root for. I was cheering for Zoe as Noah helped her with the farm, with hockey, and with understanding some of her internal struggles throughout the novel. Melanie also did an amazing job with Noah, letting the reader peel back the many layers of his personality in ways that made me fall in love with him. This book is one of my favorites of Melanie’s books and one of my favorite Moo U books! I highly recommend you check this book out right now!
*I have received an Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) from the author in exchange for an honest review.*
In Snowballed, Zoe needs help with her family’s farm work and Noah needs room & board after his father cut him off for transferring to Moo U. Though Noah's SoCal upbringing did not prepare him for goat milking, he’s a fast learner. Will these two hockey players find true love, despite starting off hating each other?
Melanie writes another winner! Melanie always writes heroines that I can really related to and root for. I was cheering for Zoe as Noah helped her with the farm, with hockey, and with understanding some of her internal struggles throughout the novel. Melanie also did an amazing job with Noah, letting the reader peel back the many layers of his personality in ways that made me fall in love with him. This book is one of my favorites of Melanie’s books and one of my favorite Moo U books! I highly recommend you check this book out right now!
*I have received an Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) from the author in exchange for an honest review.*
June 6, 2021
Snowballed started out great. When Noah’s younger brother is drafted to the NHL, Noah is done with the comparisons and makes the decision to leave his home hockey team and compete his master’s degree in small town Vermont. His family does NOT agree and cuts him off financially, so in order to survive he finds room and board at a local farm.
That farm is home to Zoe. She’s a player on the women’s hockey team and is doing everything she can to keep their farm alive. They have a rocky start as Zoe’s exuberant personality clashes with Noah quiet but eventually they transition from enemy-like strangers to roommates to friends and then to lovers. Their progression was very natural and well written.
What I didn’t like was what happened with Zoe and her family. The major drama occurring in Snowballed wasn’t even about Zoe and Noah; it was about Zoe and her mom. While I do appreciate that mental health was discussed and the work needed was shown, I had a hard time connecting to Zoe. She was so single-minded and buried her head in the sand too much to relate to. Her family’s situation felt unresolved and it affected my overall enjoyment and perception of Snowballed.
Noah was a sweet character and I loved how hard working he was, not only on the farm, but also on the ice.
Overall Snowballed was enjoyable, but not my favorite of the Moo U series.
That farm is home to Zoe. She’s a player on the women’s hockey team and is doing everything she can to keep their farm alive. They have a rocky start as Zoe’s exuberant personality clashes with Noah quiet but eventually they transition from enemy-like strangers to roommates to friends and then to lovers. Their progression was very natural and well written.
What I didn’t like was what happened with Zoe and her family. The major drama occurring in Snowballed wasn’t even about Zoe and Noah; it was about Zoe and her mom. While I do appreciate that mental health was discussed and the work needed was shown, I had a hard time connecting to Zoe. She was so single-minded and buried her head in the sand too much to relate to. Her family’s situation felt unresolved and it affected my overall enjoyment and perception of Snowballed.
Noah was a sweet character and I loved how hard working he was, not only on the farm, but also on the ice.
Overall Snowballed was enjoyable, but not my favorite of the Moo U series.
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