A chaotic karaoke night in NYC pulls Tessa into the world of the New York Rangersâand straight into the sights of their 6â9â enforcer, Matt Rempe. But with rival players and a toxic ex circling, falling in love wonât be the hardest partâkeeping it will.
Being the only girl on Shane Hollanderâs team wasnât supposed to be easyâbut Morgan Carter earned her spot with skill, grit, and determination. A relentless midfielder with piercing hazel eyes and a calm, commanding presence, she thrives in the chaos of professional hockey, quietly proving she belongs every time she steps on the ice. But when rival Ilya Rozanovâs teammates start crossing the line, targeting her with taunts and disrespect, both sides of a legendary feud suddenly become prot
In a hockey-obsessed town, two elite high school teamsâthe Northcrest Wolves and the Blackwater Saintsâdominate the national rankings, endlessly battling for the #1 and #2 spots in the country. Their rivalry defines the city, shutting everything down on game nights and turning teenagers into local legends.
Andrey Markov, Bruins right wing #28, is known for intimidation and control. Everyone knows his girlfriend sits behind the glass at every game. When an opponent crosses the line, Andrey reminds the league exactly whoâand whatâhe plays for.
Aiden Scott is untouchableâliterally and figuratively. At 6â5, with inked sleeves that disappear under his signature black tees, a backwards cap perched on his dark hair, and a single silver earring glinting under the arena lights, heâs the undisputed king of Hawkshaw Universityâs ice. As captain and starting goalie for the Hawks, heâs built like a wall: massive biceps, carved abs, and a glare that stops forwards dead in their tracks. The unspoken rule of college hockey is sacred hereânever touch the goalie, or the entire team will make you regret it. Aiden enforces that law with a smirk and a body check that echoes.
When Emery Hughes visits her brother Quinnâs practice, she unexpectedly sparks a quiet, undeniable connection with Victor Manciniâone of Quinnâs own players and therefore completely off-limits. As their feelings grow and her ex resurfaces, jealousy and pressure collide, forcing Emery and Victor to choose between the lines theyâre expected to follow⊠and the pull they canât ignore.
She arrives at the hotel days before the 2026 World Junior Championship begins, heart full and suitcase barely zipped, ready to follow Swedenâs JVM team through every game of the tournament. She expects crowds, noise, and distanceâcheering from the stands, admiring players sheâll never actually meet.