The Goal by Elle Kennedy
The Goal by Elle Kennedy is a contemporary college romance about ambitious senior Sabrina James and hockey player John Tucker, whose unexpected pregnancy complicates their plans. The listing presents a 384-page English-language edition from Sourcebooks.
At a glance
- College romance pairing a law-school-bound senior with a hockey player.
- An unexpected pregnancy raises the stakes as the protagonists navigate their different plans and attitudes toward commitment.
- The listing positions the novel as part of a romance series.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines campus romance, hockey, and an unexpected-pregnancy storyline for readers seeking those themes.
- The English edition has a substantial 384-page print length.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Author | Elle Kennedy |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Sourcebooks |
| Publication date | Jan. 18 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 384 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1775293963 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1775293965 |
| Weight listed | 340 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13.97 x 2.44 x 20.96 cm |
What to know before buying
- The synopsis includes an unexpected pregnancy and family-related stakes. Consider whether those themes suit your reading preferences.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers of college and contemporary romance.
- Readers interested in hockey-romance plots and characters balancing ambition with an unexpected pregnancy.
Less suited to
- Readers who prefer romance without pregnancy-related plotlines or college settings.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as enjoyable, with positive impressions of its romance and characters. Responses are mixed on the series, story predictability, and how engaging the book feels, so readers may differ on whether its pacing and plot hold their interest. This is a romance centred on a college senior and a hockey player, with an unexpected-pregnancy storyline.
Positive themes
- Readers describe the content as enjoyable and the romance as believable.
- Some readers praise the characters and find their reactions realistic.
Mixed feedback
- Opinions vary on the series and story, including whether some plotlines feel predictable.
- Readers report differing experiences with engagement, with some finding it difficult to finish.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Goal about?
The synopsis follows college senior Sabrina James and hockey player John Tucker after a night together changes their plans. An unexpected pregnancy complicates their relationship.
Who wrote The Goal?
The listing identifies Elle Kennedy as the author.
What are the listed edition details?
The listing gives the language as English and the print length as 384 pages. It lists Sourcebooks as the publisher.
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