Jamie Engel's Reviews > Brutal Game

Why aren't more people talking about Jo! WOW!! This was an arc re-read for me and even from the beta read I knew this one was going to be a new favorite of mine. I could not put this down even during my re-read.

If you have been looking for darker sports romance...specifically hockey then this it. This story follows Aviva and Jack. Aviva comes in as a transfer to get revenge for her brother. Jack plays on the school's hockey and very close to who Aviva wants to get revenge on. Once he finds out why she is there, he blackmails her into being his plaything.

Jack was so unhinged in the most delicious way. This book is definitely not for the lighthearted...the things he does to her...well let me just say it has me questioning somethings about myself LOL.
From the start you can see the chemistry between the two and their banter was top notch. I was fully invested in this one immediately.
Aviva was such a smart ass. I absolutely loved her interactions with Jack and loved what they brought out in one another. Truly ended up being a perfect match.

Thank you Jo Brenner and team for allowing me to beta and arc read this one. I cannot wait to read more from Jo.

Overall: 5
Spice: 4

Tropes:
- Hockey Romance
- College
- Enemies to Lovers
- Bully Romance
- Virgin FMC
- Touch her and die

Please check your triggers warning before diving into this one.