Hannah Grace’s book Daydream is a touching story set in the world of college hockey. The story is about Halle, and Henry, hockey captain and the warmth and support of partners to achieve a life long love which is discussed in detail. If you like reading Romance stories you can checkout our latest Born of Blood and Ash.
About the Author: (Hannah Grace)
Title – Daydream (Maple Hills #3)
Author – Hannah Grace
Pubisher – Simon & Schuster AUS
Pages – 426p
Hannah Grace is an English author and novelist primarily popular for her NY Times best selling contemporary Romance Novels like Ice Breaker, Wildfire etc.
Daydream Summary Spoilers
The story starts with Halle, a young woman trying to find herself after a difficult breakup, and Henry, the captain of a college hockey team who want to balance himself with academics and sport. Both Halle and Henry are at turning points in their lives, they both are facing personal challenges that will decide their future.
Their connection starts, when Halle becomes Henry’s tutor to help him pass a tough class as a simple partnership but quickly grows into a close friendship and, eventually, a sweet and caring romance. Halle is newly single after breaking up with her childhood best friend.
She’s dealing with the emotional scars from that relationship while also juggling the stress of being the person her family relies on for everything. The constant pressure leaves Halle feeling lonely. She begins to open up to the other students at Maple Hills, and starts to find a sense of belonging.
Henry is also dealing with a lot. As the hockey team’s captain, he feels pressure to meet everyone’s expectations. His academic is ruined and despite being surrounded by friends and family who love and support him, Henry feels like he’s carrying a heavy burden. His friendship with Halle becomes a lifeline, helping him navigate his struggles and learn to prioritize his own needs.
As Halle and Henry grow closer, they become each other’s supporter. Halle helps Henry with his studies and offers emotional backup. In return, Henry encourages Halle to put herself first and chase her own dreams. Their relationship stands on mutual care and respect.
A touching moment in the story is when Henry tells Halle that he never wants to come first to her because she should always put herself first. This message deeply resonates with Halle, who has spent much of her life putting others before herself.
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Daydream Character List:
- Halle: The protagonist dealing with the after effects of a painful breakup and heavy family responsibilitie and is deeply caring.
- Henry: College hockey captain struggling with academic yet he’s supportive and encouraging, putting Halle’s needs and mental health first.
- Nate: Friend from Henry’s hockey team who provides a supportive and cheerful presence, adds warmth and friendship tang to the story.
- Stassie: Teammate who, along with Nate, forms part of Henry’s supportive circle, add depth to the team dynamics.
- Russ: An old character from previous books, known for his friendly and supportive nature.
- Aurora: A character like Russ, brings continuity from earlier books.
Daydream Book Review
The book Daydream has central idea on the emotional relationship between Halle and Henry. They help each other deal with their struggles and lows. The romance between Halle and Henry is slow and sweet, focusing more on their emotionally development which also feels soothing rather than spicy or physical intimacy. This approach feels right, especially considering Halle’s past relationship trauma.
Henry’s hockey teammates bring humor to the story, making the story engaging. Although there is not much Spicy content compared to other romances, the emotional depth of Halle and Henry’s relationship makes the story stand out.
Their relationship develops naturally and respectfully, with their growing feelings for each other adding depth to the story. Though the plot moves a little slower than Grace’s other books, the heartfelt exploration of mental health and personal growth makes it engaging.
Rating of Daydream by Hannah Grace - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Solid 4
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Quotes from Daydream by Hannah Grace
“Trust is hard to build when you’ve been hurt, but finding acceptance here has been worth every step.”
FAQs
What is the release date of Daydream by Hannah Grace?
The official release date of Daydream is 27th August 2024.
Daydream Hannah Grace Characters?
The book has number of characters but some of the important ones are Halle, Henry, Nate, Stassie, Russ, Aurora etc.
Is Daydream by Hannah Grace spicy?
Daydream by Hannah Grace focuses more on their emotional development which also feels soothing rather than spicy or physical intimacy.
So, overall Daydream is not that spicy.
Rating of Daydream?
The book deserves a solid 4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ for its good writing and character development.
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