Breaking the Ice

A hockey accident leaves Harper afraid to skate. Can a new friend help her find courage again?

4.0 Goodreads · 230 ratings

256 pages· 38,458 words· Est. 5.5 hour read· ~720L

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Harper, once a star hockey player, is haunted by an on-ice accident. Now working at the rink's snack shack, she avoids the sport she loves. Enter Jason, a charming figure skater and new classmate, who stirs something within her. With his encouragement and her best friend Bea's support, Harper faces a choice: remain sidelined or confront her fears. Will she find the strength to forgive herself and return to the ice? Discover a heartwarming tale of friendship, self-discovery, and second chances.

From the publisher

One girl. One boy. A small-town ice rink. This sweet story of hockey, friendships, and crushes is perfect for tween readers in search of a hockey rom-com that’s just right for them.Harper was born to play hockey. She was captain of her school’s hockey team…but after she causes an accident during a game, Harper is terrified to ever get back on the ice again.Instead, she gets a job at the local ice rink’s snack shack and resigns herself to days spent making hot chocolates.Until Jason, a cute figure skating champion and Harper’s new classmate, comes to town. Suddenly, Harper wonders if she’s truly happy with never putting her skates back on.With the help of her new crush and best friend, Bea, can Harper break the ice around her heart and forgive herself enough to lace up her skates again?

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