Hidden Scars

Rating:
3.5 ⭐
Rounded down to 3

Summary:
Top-tier hockey jock Preston is forced to switch schools. At his new school, he is forced to room with his teammate, Jeremy. Preston has been abused by his father for years, which causes him to shut everyone out and live a life devoid of love and of anything other than hockey, the gym, and sleeping. Jeremy begins to find cracks in Preston's cold mask that he uses to shut out everyone, and is able to see a side of Preston that others cannot. The two find love in each other and Preston's father gets what he deserves.

Review:
I mostly skimmed the parts about hockey (I know and care very little about the sport), but I enjoyed the book for the most part. Preston was incredibly unlikable in the beginning. I understand that it's due to the abuse and everything, but it was a little too unrealistic–growling at literally everything everyone said or did. His change was sweet, but it did seem a bit quick to me. Otherwise, I enjoyed the book. I liked the love and warmth that Preston felt from Jeremy's family.