Holy wow. TIME TO SHINE by Rachel Reid is the bubbly, sparkling delight of a hockey romance we all need. Landon Stackhouse gets called up to be the backup goalie for the Calgary Outlaws. While the team as a whole is welcoming, his new teammate, superstar Casey Hicks, offers him a room in his big house, and the outgoing Casey cajoles him into a friendship that surprises them both with how well they mesh. Rachel Reid’s writing is moving and lovely, describing Landon and Casey’s unfolding friendship and their inner selves with warmth and compassion. They each have struggles they guard from everyone, except they are able to come to see the genuine acceptance and support the other offers. I loved seeing Casey and Landon interacting with their teammates and their families. They are clearly cared for, although we also see at times how imperfect relationships can be. Ms Reid’s scenes had me frequently smiling and laughing aloud, and sighing with pleasure. Time to Shine is definitely a keeper.