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Nice Catching You Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Ryan Taylor (Author), Joshua Harwood (Author), Nick J. Russo (Narrator),
4.4 out of 5 stars 1,082 ratings

What happens when the number-one college hockey star in the country falls in love - with a man?

Nick Johnson, a top prospect for a pro hockey team, has a secret: He’s gay. Tired of living in the closet for the sport he loves, he sees no way out.

Jacob Meyer’s string of bad boyfriends left him cynical about love. Instead, he focuses on his studies as a third-year law student. With a new job waiting for him, he’s eager to graduate and move on.

On a school-sponsored trip, Nick and Jacob meet in a most unexpected way. When Nick tells Jacob his secret, they decide to hang out, just as friends. But their attraction is too strong to ignore, and they soon begin dating.

Since Nick is a big man on campus, it doesn’t take long for people to notice his attachment to Jacob. All hell breaks loose when the relationship gets out. As the national media descends, university officials try to figure out how to solve their “problem”.

Their efforts divide Nick’s team, inflame fans, and put Nick and Jacob’s futures in jeopardy. Will the men be able to survive a plot to destroy them without derailing both their careers?

Nice Catching You is an out-for-you romance featuring a lot of love, exciting hockey, and a beautiful holiday. There’s also plenty of steam and a very happy ending.

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  1. Listening Length
    8 hours and 43 minutes
  2. Author
    Ryan Taylor, see all
  3. Narrator
    Nick J. Russo
  4. Audible release date
    February 9, 2022
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Ryan Taylor & Joshua Harwood
  7. ASIN
    B09S3WVZQR
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Product details

Listening Length 8 hours and 43 minutes
Author Ryan Taylor, Joshua Harwood
Narrator Nick J. Russo
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date February 09, 2022
Publisher Ryan Taylor & Joshua Harwood
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B09S3WVZQR
Best Sellers Rank #64,201 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#658 in Sports Romance (Audible Books & Originals)
#1,300 in LGBTQ+ Romance (Audible Books & Originals)
#1,434 in Sports Romance (Books)

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Customers enjoy this hockey romance for its beautiful love story and fun moments that make them laugh. The characters are relatable, and one customer notes how Nick and Jacob communicate maturely when issues arise. The book features steamy scenes and authentic elements, with one review highlighting its accurate portrayal of college hockey. Customers appreciate the realistic feel of the book.

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47 customers mention "Heartwarming story"47 positive0 negative

Customers find this romance book heartwarming, describing it as a beautiful tale of love and an awesome story of friendship.

"...This book is fun and easy to read. The story is well written and flows along easily...." Read more

"...Sometimes a little wordy for my taste, that is just me. Still very inspiring story." Read more

"...It‘s not a cookie-cutter MM hockey romance. The story arc takes twists and turns in an expected—but enjoyable—way...." Read more

"...book was how it was able to be swoony without too much fluff and sweetness...." Read more

30 customers mention "Enjoyment"30 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable, with many noting it's a fun read that makes them laugh. One customer describes it as a sweet low-angst romance.

"...The story is well written and flows along easily. There are fun moments especially with the hockey players and their jargon...." Read more

"...The story arc takes twists and turns in an expected—but enjoyable—way...." Read more

"...The book was well written and had a puck load of angst. However. I got a chill down my spine every time Jacob called Nick "honey"!..." Read more

"...The book was put together in a way it was so easy and enjoyable to read." Read more

16 customers mention "Character development"16 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, finding them relatable and noting that the villains are suitably villainous.

"...It has two likable main characters, and they‘re surrounded by flawed, lovable side characters. There's very little wrong with this book...." Read more

"...While this book did contain hockey and law tidbits, the story focused mostly on characters...." Read more

"...It’s also a story about character and integrity...." Read more

"...The two MCs had a great set of supporting characters that made the story real with the bad and good of our society...." Read more

12 customers mention "Relationship"12 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the relationship dynamics in the book, noting how the characters are perfect for each other and how they communicate maturely when issues arise.

"...They did work well as a couple; no major problems with stupid angsting or miscommunication. Just a bit... vanilla...." Read more

"...Nick and Jacob had great relationship growth. I liked the akward and shy college student vibe...." Read more

"...It really had everything: romance, heat, friendship, enemies, and sports. So of course the heart of the story was Nick and Jacob’s romance...." Read more

"...The good news is that their continued relationship is rooted in something that is not superficial, but a recognition that some people will just "get..." Read more

11 customers mention "Steamy content"11 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy scenes in the book.

"...Written in dual first person POV. Good amount of M/M sexy times. There was some fun snarky humor...." Read more

"...and Josh - thanks for bringing a story that is deeply authentic and very sexy; it's a winning combination!" Read more

"...This one is sweet and hard warming!! There is some hott moments as well...." Read more

"Love at first sight (or catch)can be real and beautiful! Those men fought for each other and listened to one another. This was so beautiful...." Read more

6 customers mention "Authenticity"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the authenticity of the book, with one customer noting it contains many elements of truth, while another mentions it provides insight into the hockey game.

"...There is a lot of fun as Jacob meets the team mates and learns more about the game...." Read more

"...stories, and a lot of "coming out" stories, but this one felt deep and true...." Read more

"...This is probably one of the most sincere, true to life, accurate books I've read. I can't wait to read more by them." Read more

"...suitably villainous, the heroes gracious and polite, and the truth eventually wins. It’s a great, feel-good tale and easy to read." Read more

6 customers mention "Hockey content"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the hockey content in the book, with one mentioning it contains both hockey and law elements, while another appreciates its focus on college hockey.

"...While this book did contain hockey and law tidbits, the story focused mostly on characters...." Read more

"...They were so sweet together from start to finish. The hockey team was amazing. I cried so many times because of the way they stood with Nick...." Read more

"This was a good book about college hockey and the bonds that last especially in the face of bigotry...." Read more

"I love hockey books. This book is a new favorite. Just the right amount of hockey, heat and humor...." Read more

5 customers mention "Feel"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's realistic feel, with one mentioning it's perfect for snuggling up with.

"...MM sports stories, and a lot of "coming out" stories, but this one felt deep and true...." Read more

"...this story it has the perfect blend humor, sex, love and a realistic feel to it The storyline grabs you and I couldn't put it down...." Read more

"Love at first sight (or catch)can be real and beautiful! Those men fought for each other and listened to one another. This was so beautiful...." Read more

"Fun, easy, feel good read! Many laughs and terrific love segments. Story is such great vindication for “Love is Love”!" Read more

Loved Nick and Jacob’s Story
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Loved Nick and Jacob’s Story
A fantastic holiday hockey love story. I fell in love with Nick and Jacob from the beginning. These two are so perfect for each other. I loved their chemistry, connection and the banter between them. This was a fun, heartwarming and steamy read with a little suspense that covered some difficult issues. Another great read by these authors. I loved this so much I didn’t want it to end.
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  • suedye1
    5.0 out of 5 stars The "catch" may be for The rest of Jacob's life!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2020
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    Ryan Taylor and Joshua Harwood always write great books so they are a one click for me. This may be their best book ever! The story just rushed out to meet you in the beginning. Jacob Meyer is sitting on a bus by himself reading a big law book. Nick Johnson and his hockey teammates are joking around in the seats behind him. Nick too is a third in his group as like Jacob the ex did not come to the college trip to the ski resort. The traffic is sluggish in the snow and the bus is creeping along when bam, there is a hit from the back of the bus and Jacob flies into the air only to be caught by Nick in a protective hug. There you have it. The "catch".
    The college decided to put the passengers up in a motel that night and since Nick's ex did not come and Jacob's ex did not come, the two of them had to share a room and a bed! See how this story gets hotter as you move along?
    Jacob knows nothing about hockey and is not really a sports person. Nick being the Captain of the team wants to impress him and get him interested. There is a lot of fun as Jacob meets the team mates and learns more about the game. Jacob is also happy to learn that Nick is gay like himself with one MAJOR difference. Nick is in the closet. Nick realizes that coming out as a gay hockey player may risk his scholarship and his ability to play hockey for the college. Although the college president speaks highly of LGBT rights and claims to support them, no active hockey players have ever come out as gay both in college as well as the professional leagues.
    Ride along with Nick and Jacob as they deal with all that goes with people who don't like gay men. Watch how the team dynamics work when Nick and Jacob receive threats. See what happened when Nick's friends shift and Nick realizes that he has support from guys that he did not realize were his friends and sadly those who Nick thought were friends were not.
    Although this is as work if fiction, the story of Nick and Jacob has many elements of truth. The absence of gay men in all the major professional sports is true but the flip side is that gay men are on the teams and this fact is well hidden and never talked about. The general consensus is that management wants good hockey players and sexual orientation is not a defining skill.
    This book is fun and easy to read. The story is well written and flows along easily. There are fun moments especially with the hockey players and their jargon. There are serious moments such as when Jacob's safety is threatened. All of this is rolled up in a fun and entertaining book. You do not want to miss this one. This book is so much fun till I think Ryan and Josh should write another hockey romance.
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  • Billy M.
    4.0 out of 5 stars good sto
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2024
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    I liked it a lot. Sometimes a little wordy for my taste, that is just me. Still very inspiring story.
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  • Steve S
    5.0 out of 5 stars The best MM hockey romance I‘ve ever read
    Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2025
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    The authors have achieved a masterpiece with this book. It‘s not a cookie-cutter MM hockey romance. The story arc takes twists and turns in an expected—but enjoyable—way. It has two likable main characters, and they‘re surrounded by flawed, lovable side characters. There's very little wrong with this book. I‘d give it ten stars if I could.
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  • Joe
    3.0 out of 5 stars Hardcore wish fulfillment
    Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2020
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    The first half of the story has two college guys (a hockey player and a law student) fall in love over the course of two weeks. They start out as distinct characters, but they end up so obsessed with each other that their love becomes the only defining aspect of both their personalities. They did work well as a couple; no major problems with stupid angsting or miscommunication. Just a bit... vanilla.

    The second half of the story is Team Good versus Team Evil. There is one minor character who starts out on Team Sad and eventually joins Team Good. But characterization is totally binary. Either you are Good because you are a naturally good person and therefore are a vocal proponent of gay rights, or you are Evil because you are naturally evil and homophobic.

    SPOILERS below

    The reason I think this book is heavy on the wish fulfillment is the last 5-10% of the book. 100% of Team Evil (that have names anyway) gets fired or expelled, and several of them face jail time.

    Also, Team Good is not called out when they behave badly. They're Team Good, so everything they do must be good

    Example A: The law student is hanging out with a friend. She reads a gossip article about his relationship with the hockey player. She asks him (paraphrased) "did he really sleep with a girl at some point in his life? [Or is that just crap the author made up?]" He replies "the article was written by Team Evil so you are a bad friend for considering they might be telling the truth at all. Also, I am low key bi-shaming by getting angry that you asked."

    Example B: a Team Good lawyer files a lawsuit against the school. (That's fine.) The school is not represented at the initial hearing. (Seems shady, but I'm not a lawyer.) The book explains the school's absence in a way that implies this is intentional. (Now it's definitely shady.) And they specifically requested a judge that some of the lawyers involved are hoping will be specifically sympathetic to them due to alumni relationships. (Uh, what?)

    In both examples, Team Good's behavior is excused or overlooked because... it's Team Good, duh!

    Overall, a mixed read. Very predictable, though. The only part that truly surprised me was at the end when they explicitly listed jail sentences and school rejections and other various forms of retribution for Team Evil.
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  • Diana Siwik
    5.0 out of 5 stars An adorable meet cute!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2024
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    My favorite thing about this book was how it was able to be swoony without too much fluff and sweetness. There were realistic aspects presented, such as how in the real world not everyone is completely accepting of the LGBTQ community. I love books where everything isn't always so perfect and that real problems exist. Nick and Jacob had great relationship growth. I liked the akward and shy college student vibe. While this book did contain hockey and law tidbits, the story focused mostly on characters. The relationships and interactions with some plot mixed in really made this book shine. Please read this and don't miss the rest of the series!
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  • Kindle Reader
    4.0 out of 5 stars Yay! Hockey players and men on men!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024
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    You can't beat a story about hockey players especially if there are men on men and someone is thinking about coming out! The book was well written and had a puck load of angst. However. I got a chill down my spine every time Jacob called Nick "honey"! You know guys use babe and baby and I've even heard a sweetie or two but never have I heard a guy call another guy honey. That's just too weird. Maybe just a Hun if they've lived together long enough. Anyway its a pretty good booklets hope for more m/m hockey romance books
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  • Lisa J Page
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Read
    Reviewed in Australia on January 26, 2024
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    Definitely a great read and loved the Chemistry between our main characters Jacob and Nick. Looking forward to reading more of this series. Well done Ryan and Joshua you have captured my heart with this great story.
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  • Lily
    5.0 out of 5 stars Book 1
    Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2023
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    This is a great start to the series. It’s a reminder of the guts it takes to do what’s right under enormous public pressure, and that the corrosion of hate is difficult to counter. In this story, so well done. Of course, the main guys are terrific, as are most of their teammates. So enjoyed all the hockey action, thank you. And here’s to pucks with rainbow tape!
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  • fortheloveofmmromancebooks
    5.0 out of 5 stars First class
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 8, 2024
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    Re-read

    Nick Johnson plays Ice Hockey, and is gay, but no-one can know.

    Jacob Meyer is a law student and loves to learn. On the way back from a college trip, his life changes.

    Both Nick and Jacob are returning from a school ski trip, when the bus they are travelling on skids off the road in bad weather. Nick catches Jacob before he falls, and a perfect meet-cute unfolds. They are forced to stay in a hotel over night, and to share a room. That is all the catalyst they need to start something beautiful.

    This is Ryan Taylor and Joshua Harwood’s first book in their Bethesda Barracudas series.
    I love the way Josh and Ryan write, their characters chemistry shines through. In my opinion, their writing is second to none. I have read everything they have written and this is a re read.
    This is packed full of sweet moments, as well as first class heat and steam.
    Please Read.

    “No one knows what will happen, but I can handle anything with you at my side”.
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  • Karin Baumann
    5.0 out of 5 stars Friendship and love can conquer all obstacles.
    Reviewed in Germany on April 18, 2022
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    The best book I ever read. Thank you Ryan Taylor and Joshua Harwood for this beautiful Story.
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  • Klaus Kreitz
    4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining, Enlightening, Engaging
    Reviewed in Canada on July 28, 2022
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    An interesting story set in a "hockey world" where this reader has yet to hear of an openly gay player. I enjoyed the interaction between the two main characters; the authors made it feel true to life, and also inspirational. The anti-gay element seemed a bit over-the-top; trying to kidnap someone to get someone else to change the preference he was born with reflects the height of stupidity, and thus seems odd for a college student, albeit one who is in college because he can play hockey. Also, the depiction of the coach seemed a bit off; although perhaps his depiction is true to college-level athletics. On the other hand this has been an interesting romance, with wonderful parental support, and some positive moments of sheer joy. A positive tale, well told.
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