So This Is War Paperback – June 23, 2024

UPDATE:As promised, here is my full, honest review now that the book has officially been released. I always love books I can deeply relate to, especially when the author does an amazing job making us fall in love with their characters. We've been hearing from Posey throughout the entire "Agitators" series by Meghan Quinn, and it was so satisfying to finally see him receive the love he's been giving everyone since the very beginning when we were first introduced to him in book one 🥹🤍I love age-gap romances. There's something about a younger woman being with a much more emotionally mature and intelligent man vs ahem “boy” that just does it for me. ❤️The boss-assistant trope is one of my favorites as well, and I might have lived through it myself at one point in my younger days. 😉Wiley's relationship with her father also hit close to home. Her father tries to control and dictate her future, which, while not as extreme as my own experience, felt very relatable. The way they eventually overcome their differences and difficulties, with her father admitting his own trauma and realizing his mistakes, was touching. His effort to accept his wrongdoings and understand that his daughter was not to blame for his past issues made a significant impact.The level of teasing in this book was incredible—it truly felt like a declaration of war every time they tried to outdo each other! 🤣🤣🤣Posey's supportiveness was another highlight for me. Seeing the little Easter eggs about other couples, like Halsey and Blakely being married and Ollie and Silas loving each other, was delightful.Now the comedy was also just perfect🤌🏼. I usually don’t like comedic books but this was absolutely perfect. Meghan does such as great job in depicting a specific scene that it feel like I am the character and living the scene 🤣Overall, I loved this book. As the final installment of the "Agitators" series, it provided a fantastic conclusion. Watching these boys evolve into the men they were meant to be, working through their trauma, striving to heal for their own sake, and becoming better partners and friends was a beautiful journey. The portrayal of male friendships and the importance of men having other men to talk about their emotions, fears, and joys was genuinely touching. This book wonderfully depicted the strength and beauty of these relationships. 🌟____________________ARC Review_____________________I had the privilege of receiving an advanced reader copy of this book through Kindle and the audiobook version, and I am incredibly thankful to Meghan’s team for including me.I experienced the book by both listening and reading simultaneously, and I have to say, the audiobook version was PHENOMENAL ✨. The full cast did an excellent job, delivering a performance that truly enhanced the story. I’m so glad that more and more authors are getting behind this kind of audio rather than just for relying on one or two narrators.Without giving away any spoilers before the official launch date, I can say this book had me laughing from beginning to end. The title, "So This Is War," is perfectly fitting. The wait for this book was absolutely worth it. 😩The spice was deliciously executed, and this entire book featured some of my favorite tropes like the age gap, boss/assistant relationship, and a slow burn.I'll provide a more detailed review after the book's release to avoid spoiling it for others. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did. 🤍Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Well, that is the end of the Vancouver Agitators, and what a way to go! Levi has been talking about Wylie for a while now, ever since meeting and losing her at a hotel bar a year ago (without catching her name). So, to say that this man was distressed about her father, his coach, forcing him to hire Wylie as his personal assistant and make her life a living hell (I mean, a bagel run at 1 am, two nights in a row?) is an understatement. When she finds out about this, she is livid and makes his life a living hell (erotic torture commences). These two are something else, okay. But once they lay down their (metaphorical) weapons, they realize they are actually kind of perfect for each other. Now to convince her father of that...Wylie is funny and so determined to make her own way. Her father? Well, he is a dick, and it is sad to read how, despite knowing what he has done, she is determined to prove to him that she can still follow her dreams and make him proud. It is heartbreaking to see how he just does not see that. The fact that Levi is the first man to support and believe in her is incredibly sad.Levi is freaking amazing. Yes, he is goofy, says the weirdest things, and is obsessed with bologna, but this man cares so deeply about his people. Having read the previous books in this series, I already knew that, but it is so clear in this book. He is so supportive of Wylie's art, attentive, kind, and apparently kinky? Wow, who'd have thought?It was great to see the girls come together to help him with Wylie and then later to see the guys ready to support and defend him!As always, Meghan Quinn delivers, giving us a hilarious, spicy read that will have you laughing out loud one minute, swooning the next, and fanning your face the other.Now, on to the next lovable hockey player, OC! What is he going to get himself into? 🏒❤️🔥

Meghan Quinn nails the whole forbidden romance trope in So This Is War, a completely addictive age-gap, roommates-to-lovers, hockey romance. I’ve been looking forward to Posey’s story since Meghan introduced him to her readers way, way back in the first book of the Vancouver Agitators series, Kiss and Don’t Tell, and let me tell you, it was worth the wait! The story revolves around Levi Posey, a charming and romantic hockey player, and Wylie, the confident and sassy daughter of the coach, who also happens to be his new assistant and his roommate. Their undeniable chemistry coupled with the constraints of their forced proximity and the off-limits nature of their professional affiliation make for a titillating yet heartwarming read. Quinn's natural storytelling skills shine throughout, effortlessly blending her trademark humor and sizzling romance with intense emotion into an engaging and entertaining plot.The dynamic between Levi and Wylie is electric, their witty banter and steamy interactions pulled me right into their world. Quinn masterfully develops their relationship, balancing the tension of their forbidden love with moments of genuine connection and vulnerability. The challenges they face, both on and off the ice, add depth to their story, making the resolution all the more satisfying. So This Is War is a testament to Meghan Quinn's ability to craft an irresistible romance filled with heart, humor, and heat.I listened to the audiobook, and it was absolutely fantastic. The natural chemistry between Teddy Hamilton as Posey and Emma Wilder as Wylie definitely made for a fabulous performance. But what pushed this audiobook into something truly special was the full cast that joined them. Jason Clarke, Connor Crais, Vanessa Edwin, JF Harding, Stella Hunter, Erin Mallon and Kelsey Navarro-Foster all turned in wonderful performances, making for a thoroughly enjoyable and memorable listening experience. Five smooches from me for So This Is War by Meghan Quinn!