Cold Day in the Sun by Sara Biren is a book that is cute but also contains an important message. It is a story about sports with a hint of music, which is an instant win for me, and the main character is so strong. This is an empowering read that I was sad to put down.
Title: Cold Day in the SunAuthor: Sara Biren
Publisher: Amulet Books
Genres: Contemporary, Young Adult Fiction
Publication Date: March 12, 2019
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Holland Delviss wants to be known for her talent as a hockey player, not a hockey player who happens to be a girl. But when her school team is selected to be featured and televised as part of HockeyFest, her status as the only girl on the boys’ team makes her the lead story. Not everyone is thrilled with Holland’s new fame, but there’s one person who fiercely supports her, and it’s the last person she expects (and definitely the last person she should be falling for): her bossy team captain, Wes.
❃ I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. ❃
Book Review: Cold Day in the Sun by Sara Biren
This book tells the story of Holland, the only girl on the boys’ hockey team. She is forced to work twice as hard to show that she’s worthy of her place, and her life becomes even more difficult when she finds herself falling for the team captain. Cold Day in the Sun is so empowering for female athletes, but it is also absolutely adorable. I also found the music blog to be a fun addition. This is an entertaining novel that is perfect for sports fans, and fans of the contemporary genre.
❀ Inspiring Character
I loved Holland’s character, and she is so inspiring. Even though she deals with a lot of pressure, she is strong and unafraid to stand up for herself. She is so talented, and it is easy to her her genuine passion for hockey. Holland also has such an engaging voice which is visible in both her narration and her blog posts. I found it interesting how Holland has the option of the girls’ team, and when she is questioned about her reason for joining the boys, the answer is simply because she wants to. The fact that she shouldn’t need to justify her actions is influential and drives the book’s message home.
❀ Motivational
Cold Day in the Sun by Sara Biren is a book that is both sweet and motivational. I loved the blend of sports and music and the strong main character. I would definitely recommend this one to curl up with on a cold day.
About Sara Biren
Sara Biren lives just outside of Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband and their two children. A true Minnesotan, she is a fan of hockey, hotdish, and hanging out at the lake. She enjoys seeing live bands, watching movies with her family, and drinking coffee. Her love of cheese knows no bounds.
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This sounds like such a great contemporary to curl up with on a weekend, can’t wait to read it 🙂
Lovely review! 🙂
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I agree! I hope that you enjoy it as much as I did! 🙂
I really enjoyed this one, too. Great review!
It is such a great story! 🙂
I do like the idea of this one. Sounds sweet and fun. Thanks for the wonderful review.
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It really is! 🙂
What a unique topic! I don’t really follow hockey but it definitely seems like an intense sport.
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It absolutely is! I don’t play it, but it is pretty inescapable where I live. 😉
This sounds fun with a vital message, great book for school libraries.
I agree! Perfect book for a library collection. 🙂
I adored this book. Holland was fabulous. Her family was fabulous. The romance was fabulous. I loved her blog and all the hair bands. I was quite enchanted by this book and I smiled my face off while reading it.
It is definitely a book that will make you smile. 🙂
Great that this was so sweet and motivational! Awesome review!
It really is! Thank you! 🙂
This sounds right up my alley. Thanks for the review.
This sounds like it’s maybe even better then Biren’s first book.
Apparently I was sent a copy of this novel, but I guess it got lost in the mail…
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Even the title is interesting, great review. Could use some inspiration