THE OPPONENT begins several months after the Colorado Coyote stadium explosion killing 5 players and 17 others. Ford is the first “outsider” players hired to replace one of those they lost. The book starts with the opening of their season and the controversy surrounding rebuilding the stadium.
Elle is Ford’s new neighbor but also a journalist opposed to the stadium. It’s a real measure of the kind of man Ford is to understand why she feels they way she does even though it is in opposition to his livelihood and passion.
These two have a passionate and mature relationship. They are torn with keeping it hidden to protect each other. It is also an important commentary on the dangers of contact sports like hockey and how people cope with their disabilities.
I love this series and look forward to the next book.
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