Unsteady

A Novel

De: Peyton Corinne

Narrado por: Kelsey Navarro Foster, Max Meyers

Duración: 11 h y 57 m

Resumen del Editor

“Unputdownable and unforgettable. Peyton Corinne effortlessly weaves together raw, emotional moments with scenes that feel like a warm embrace through dynamic characters that will leave an indelible imprint long after you turn the final page” (Bal Khabra, author of Collide) in TikTok sensation Unsteady. Now featuring a previously unreleased bonus chapter.

Rhys is desperate to feel anything.

Sadie wants to stop feeling so much.

Rhys Koteskiy is back—at least, he’s supposed to be. During last year’s Frozen Four, the Waterfell University hockey captain and NHL legacy took a brutal hit that left him with a concussion and a new discomfort on the ice. Plagued by nightmares and panic attacks every time he attempts to skate, Rhys wonders if he’ll ever play again—or if he’ll ever want to.

Sadie Brown is staying focused this semester—no matter what. Currently drowning in debt, custody hearings for her younger brothers, and skating practices, she’s just trying to make it to the next day. A spitfire figure skater known for her bad attitude and frequent disappearing acts, Sadie has a reputation on campus. And it’s not a pretty one.

When she accidentally witnesses one of the golden boy hockey captain’s panic attacks and attempts to help him, a strange sort of understanding strikes up between them. No questions asked. Just comfort. But Rhys finds himself drawn to Sadie. Where he feels empty, a shell of the man and player he was before, Sadie is so full of everything, it bursts from her; every emotion she feels seems like it’s blasted at max volume. Rhys is desperate to feel anything. Sadie wants to stop feeling so much. But healing doesn’t mix with secrets, and they’re both skating on thin ice.

©2024 Peyton Corinne (P)2024 Simon & Schuster Audio

the relationship growth

need more!!!! I absolutely loved it. the ending felt a little bit rushed. but the story was awesome

Incredible first book!

This book was incredible! So well written and really tackles some important topics in such a delicate yet real way. I can’t wait to see what follows in this series from Peyton Corinne!

I enjoyed it

Sweet story. I really appreciate how loving, affectionate, and communicative Rhys. Sadie was one tough nut to crack. Her younger brothers are adorable

5 heart-aching stars!!

I wasn’t even finished reading this new to me author before I was buying the physical version…I ONLY purchase my favorites and knew this one was joining that group almost from page one. The vulnerability, passion, determination, insecurity, self determination, destruction and disaster…this book was real on a level I’m not used to reading now adays. I loved it.
Could not get enough of Rhys and Sadie. Those two were fire and I am their feuded champion. I ship them so hard that they will live in my mind, rent free, forever. Couple goals for sure as they are real and gritty and honest…almost to a fault. I didn’t know what I was jumping into when I found this book the other day. Then I was unable to put it down. Listening to the audible version with Max Meyers & Kelsey Navarro Foster narrating was the icing on the cake. I listened to the audible book at my DESK for goodness sakes both Thursday and Friday morning and it’s a big No no to have AirPods in! I couldn’t help myself it was so good.
It got me in the feels as we navigated a world that we actually live in…where a child has to raise their younger siblings as the adults completely selfishly checked out. To dealing with PTSD and the real dangers it poises, to fighting back to a place of light and safety. This story had it all/ completely tugged at my heart strings.
All in all an amazing read, looks like it’s Payton Corinnes’ debut novel but I will be keeping an eye out for more. Cheers to a refreshing addition to my book loving world.

Amazing & Intense

The narrators were fabulous and definitely were a good fit for this book.

Super cute story!

This gives a bit of Binding 13 vibes but in college.

This book really hits mental health on the head that results from trauma and/ or parentification. This was probably my favorite thing in the book.

I also really liked how I always thought a cat fight or pissing contest was going to happen, but never did. It showed you don’t have to be someone’s bff, or even like them for that fact, to not be a bad person. I felt like there was a lot of looking out for people in generally that was refreshing.

I’m definitely ready for the next one! I want their story so bad!!!

4.5 for sure

I think this book will stay with me for a while. It was so lovely and both heartbreaking and heartwarming. My only criticism is that there was perhaps a little too much drama. But that’s it. Definitely read it if you want to feel all the feels.

compelling story

Great story, relatable characters, just makes you want to hug them all! Very insightful about the pressure young athletes face

I love this

I love this story it’s so cute and sweet and I love the black cat/ golden retriever trope! Rhys is a man you want the one who won’t leave when you ask him too he’ll be by yourside no matter what.

So good!

After reading Unsteady it is now by far one of my favorite hockey romance books!

Not what you expect!

This book surprisingly made me emotional and I was not prepared for tears to be streaming down my cheeks during a sports romance can't recommend this book enough. It made me laugh, blush, and cry so many times. The book was filled with so much emotion, care, and love. Peyton did a fantastic job writing this debut novel. It took me a while to express how much I enjoyed this book, but I can't believe this was Peyton's debut. It makes me excited to see where she goes next. The writing was eloquent and beautifully expressed.
The story follows Rhys, a star college hockey player who has suffered a brutal injury that left a scar that's not easily visible. This injury has caused him to have crippling anxiety and depression, to the point where he struggles to get back on the ice. One morning, while having a panic attack at the ice rink, Rhys runs into Sadie, who is a figure skater who needs extra practice. When Sadie sees Rhys in a panic attack, she immediately steps in to try and comfort him.
Rhys is the perfect book boyfriend, with his golden-retriever looks and personality. I couldn't help but want to hold him in my arms. Sadie, on the other hand, is a broken and jaded female lead character with a huge chip on her shoulder, but for good reason. They are the perfect match for each other, and Rhys consistently shows up for Sadie in a way that is so beautiful. He is also great with her younger brothers, which just melts my heart.
Rhys's parents are like something out of a romance novel, and I wish they had their own story because they are so lovable. The supporting characters are also well-rounded and interesting, and I can't wait to learn more about them.
This is not just a love story but also a story about healing.
Both Rhys and Sadie have their issues to work through, but they support each other through the healing process as best they can. The characters are so real and human that it's hard not to feel for them. Although the author puts the characters and readers through the wringer, the ending is satisfying, and I'm happy with how things turned out. But, at the same time, I want more because I love all the characters so much."
Kelsey did a great job narrating as Sadie and I enjoyed Max and the voice he brought to the supporting characters. Overall fantastic performance.