If you’ve been reading the Toronto Terror series, then you already know one thing: Flip Madden’s story has been a long time coming.
And honestly? I was both excited and a little nervous about it.
Flip has always been one of those characters who lives in the gray area. In earlier books he could be frustrating and reckless, but you could also see hints of someone trying to become better. So going into this book, I was really curious to see how Helena Hunting would handle his story.
And this book truly leans into that redemption.
Flip carries a lot of guilt from his past, and throughout the series we’ve watched him slowly trying to change. Here we finally get to see the emotional side of that journey — the vulnerability, the growth, and the fear that maybe people will never see him as anything other than the man he used to be.
Tally is such a perfect match for him.
She’s had a crush on Flip for years, but this isn’t just a simple childhood fantasy. Tally is dealing with a lot in her own life — family struggles, school, and figuring out who she wants to be. What I loved most about her is how clearly she sees him. She understands his past and his reputation, but she also recognizes the man he’s become.
Their dynamic is filled with quiet tension and years of pining. Flip tries so hard to keep his distance — she’s the coach’s daughter, she’s younger, and he’s convinced he’ll only end up hurting her. But the harder he tries to protect that boundary, the more obvious it becomes that his feelings run much deeper.
One of my favorite things about this book was seeing a completely different side of Flip. The former playboy we met earlier in the series has grown into someone thoughtful, protective, and surprisingly gentle. He supports Tally in the small ways that matter — encouraging her passions, helping when life becomes overwhelming, and quietly proving that he’s not the man everyone still assumes he is.
Of course, their relationship doesn’t come without complications. The age gap, the coach’s daughter situation, and the media attention all add pressure neither of them expected. Watching them navigate those challenges together made their relationship feel earned.
And like all of Helena Hunting’s books, the found-family element shines here. The friend group and team dynamics add so much warmth to the story and remind you why this series has been so fun to follow.
Overall, this felt like a really satisfying finale to the Toronto Terror series. Flip’s journey has been building across multiple books, and seeing him finally get his happy ending was incredibly rewarding.
I’m definitely going to miss this group of characters.
Happy reading!
- Would I recommend this book: Yes.
- Would I re-read this book: Maybe later.
- Would I read future books by this author: Always, without hesitation.
e-ARC kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
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Meet the Author
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of PUCKED, Helena Hunting lives on the outskirts of Toronto with her incredibly tolerant family and two moderately intolerant cats. She writes contemporary romances ranging from new adult angst to romantic sports comedy.
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