![]() ![]() for soon the team (lead by Tenannt of course!) stages an intervention! Not too surprisingly, Stan plays the role of a stoic Russian goalie talking to his pipes and straight out refusing to speak to Erik or even give him the time of day. As in any sport, trade of players and movements happen and soon we see Erik Gunnarsson arrive as a new linemate for the Railers- a huge shock to San as not too long go, they had a relationship at a hockey camp, but not for long as soon as the camp was over Erik “ghosted” Stan. We find Stan still in his goalie position, living life as a good goalie and best fiend to Tennant Rowe. ![]() ![]() There is a reason why this novel is- so far- my favourite in the series and I absolutely love Stan as one of my favourite all time characters in a novel. That’s why on face value you would think that Poke Check could be either really good or really bad- the fourth book in a series to keep the reader engaged without being hockey. ![]() Up until now, goalie Stanislav “Stan” Lyamin has always been in the background, his lack of English a source of comedic relief, however at the same time coming across as a gentle giant that you know you want to get to know more.Īt this point in the series, it could be said that authors could get tired or rest on their laurels but this wouldn’t apply here- after all how does one write a character that speaks little English without coming across as condescending or as a caricature? ![]()
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