When Sparks Fly

When Sparks Fly is teasingly flammable right from the start and Annie McDonald does not quit throughout the book. Luca's back story and the path her life has taken is fascinating and thought-provoking. In my area we hear about football concussions and injuries all of the time and we are just learning about the lasting effects. Add children playing sports to this mix and the possible outcomes are scary. McDonald addresses these issues and their long lasting effects, but in another sport. I found the mix of youth sports and awareness to be a terrific read.

Daniella has a captivating backstory too as we learn more about the medical treatments happening in South America and the possible repercussions. McDonald not only tackles health topics, but homophobia in other countries. Hatred is never easy to read, but McDonald takes us through it with sensitivity.

McDonald also includes a wide range of diversity throughout the book which is refreshing to read. I hope this means we might get a series from the rink as there are so many interesting characters.

I did mention heat earlier and McDonald provides this too. I adore the chemistry between Daniella and Luca. Their interactions are entertaining and entrancing. Once I picked up When Sparks Fly I could not put it down. McDonald has a scorchingly hot read for you this winter.

I received an ARC of this book and I am writing a review without prejudice and voluntarily.