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One night of passion turns into lasting obsession in this dark hockey romance from the international and Amazon bestselling author, C.R. Jane. ''If tonight's all I get, then I'd better make it good' Pop sensation Olivia would do anything to get out from under her mother's thumb and escape the circus that has become her life, if only for a moment. Maybe that's why she says yes to a night with a sexy hockey player who manages to make her dizzy with a single look. Superstar goalie Walker "Disney" Davis might be every girl's Prince Charming, but behind the pretty-boy exterior is a man who'll do whatever it takes to get what he wants-even if it means crossing a few lines . . . Walker's fixation should have Olivia running for the hills. He's everywhere she goes, and he keeps saying she's "the one." Despite the insanity, each of their exchanges leaves her falling harder. Wanting Walker might not be right, but it's dangerously, deliciously wrong. This NEW paperback edition features: ⭐Two brand-new character illustrations ⭐A signed letter from the author and...⭐A bonus chapter! Readers are falling head over heels for the Pucking Wrong Series... 'Takes you on all the highs and lows. I didn't know whether to swoon or tell her to run for the hills' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I feel heartbroken. I didn't want this book to end, but what an ending that was' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Hot and intense and left me slightly breathless' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Omg. This book sucks you in and deceives you!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Oh how I loved this book . . . everything about it was just everything' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I just devoured this book, I couldn't stop reading it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Toxic yet exciting, spicy yet passionate . . . I was hooked from the first few page' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Part of the Pucking Wrong Series . . . where heartbreak and happy endings rule.

Whoever heard of a homeless ballerina?Everyone in my life has always disappointed me, but NHL hockey star Camden James says he never will.We meet, and then in a single blink, he’s made me his roommate, promising me I don’t have to worry about anything ever again.They call him a hero, and that’s what I desperately need.I remind myself it’s all temporary. That I shouldn’t get used to it.But he has other ideas.Camden tells me he’s obsessed, that he’s going to change my life, that he’ll never let me go.But as more time passes, I wonder if it’s going to take a villain to get me my happily ever after.And Camden James just might be the right man for the role.*Note: Camden James is a morally grey antihero who is obsessed with his girl and will do anything to keep her. This is a darker hockey romance.The Pucking Wrong Man is a hockey romance standalone from USA Today and International Bestselling Author C.R. Jane.

Making your way to the top is never easy, but being a sexy-as-hell hockey player certainly helps. When a guy like Logan York knows what--or who--he wants, sometimes he has to do all the wrong things to get it. But can this rookie handle the heat . . . both on and off the ice? The Pucking Wrong Rookie is the next installment in the sizzling hockey-romance series from USA Today-bestselling author C.R. Jane.

Navy SEAL meets gamer geek in this opposites-attract, forced proximity romance from bestselling author Annabeth Albert It’s typical of video game programmer Josiah Simmons to be the last one on the plane on the way to the biggest meeting of his career. Though he’s (mostly) coping with his ADHD, he can’t handle another distraction. But he also can’t ignore his rugged seatmate—especially once he learns the military man’s a fan of his game. Ryan Orson refuses to let his severe injuries pause his career as a navy SEAL. He’s got hours of grueling physical therapy ahead of him, and no time for anything that might get in the way of his return to active duty. But that doesn’t mean he’s above a little first-class flirtation with geeky-cute Josiah. When a delay strands the pair in St. Louis, they agree to share a hotel room and a night of gaming. Neither expects their new connection to move to the next level in the light of day. Opposites may attract, but is this game over before it’s even begun? #gaymers Book 1: Status Update Book 2: Beta Test Book 3: Connection Error Also by Annabeth Albert: Shore Leave Book 1: Sailor Proof Book 2: Sink or Swim Out of Uniform Book 1: Off Base Book 2: At Attention Book 3: On Point Book 4: Wheels Up Book 5: Squared Away Book 6: Tight Quarters Book 7: Rough Terrain Hotshots: Book 1: Burn Zone Book 2: High Heat Book 3: Feel the Fire Book 4: Up in Smoke

Order now and receive the stunning DELUXE FIRST PRINT RUN while supplies last―featuring gorgeous sprayed edges with stenciled artwork and special cover design features. This breathtaking collectible is only available as part of a LIMITED FIRST PRINT RUN in the US and Canada only, a must-have for any book lover.Spend the weekend with the entire Pucked crew in this hilarious and sexy companion novel, now with tons of bonus content! With the off season coming to a close and the boys gearing up for training camp, one more weekend of fun is the perfect way to welcome the new season.The entire crew piles into vehicles and drives to Alex and Violet's Chicago cottage for a few days of relaxation―and hopefully a chance for Randy to shake the anxiety that's been plaguing him.Accidental wardrobe malfunctions, typical Violet-inspired overshares, and a whole lot of private time round out the perfect weekend getaway.But the moment they return to the city, all of Randy's angst resurfaces with the arrival of a surprise houseguest.

From USA Today bestselling author Rebecca Jenshak comes the next in a brand new YA romance series that follows Frost Lake High School's state champion soccer team. Tutoring the captain of Frost Lake High's soccer team isn't on her bucket list. And neither is falling for him. Seventeen-year-old Lacey Kerr is a lot of things: head cheerleader, an A+ student, vice president of student council, a loyal friend, and beloved by her classmates. What she isn't is a fan of star soccer player Vaughn Collins. And he knows it. Unfortunately for him, he needs her. With his grades on the line, he'll do anything to turn it around and keep his spot on the soccer team. Even if it means winning over his ex-girlfriend's best friend and convincing her to tutor him. They're different. She's sunshine and he's...not. She has a bucket list of fun things to do before high school is over and he's allergic to fun. But as they spend more time together, studying and crossing things off Lacey's list, they realize they're more alike than either of them wants to admit. She doesn't want to fall for him, and he doesn't want to fall for anyone. They're both good at playing the game, but maybe this time it could be forever.

Silver Delgado never gave a damn about the family business. Her sister knows more about hockey anyway—makes more sense for her to take over when their father's health declines. But for some crazy reason, he thrusts responsibility for the team he owns straight into Silver’s hands.Forcing her to face off against the general manager, Dean Richter.The fact that their 'business relationship' started with her over his lap at his BDSM club shouldn't be too much of a problem.Dean drew her in front of a large, throne-like chair and folded his arms over his chest. “Now strip.”“Strip?” She rubbed her arms and nodded. Fine, there was a crowd, but she had nothing to hide. All those women giggling and pointing could eat their fucking hearts out. She peeled off her top and shorts and faced Dean before letting out a flippant, “So what are you going to use?”“My hand.”Aw, fuck.One night doesn’t change who’s really in charge...right?Except he’s way too good at bringing out her inner submissive. When Silver pushes him away, she ends up lost and alone, until Landon Bower, the Cobras new Goalie, becomes her best—and only—friend. The time they spend together makes everything else bearable, but before long she begins to feel more than friendship.And so does he.Which could ruin everything.All settled in, Silver gave him a sideways once over. “I’d do you.”Landon groaned, covered his eyes with his hand, and muttered, “Brat.”“Yes, Sir.” Two Dominant men who can break past her pretty mask and the shallow image she portrayed to the flashing cameras. A gentle attack from both sides that she can't hope to block unless she learns how to play. But she's getting the hang of the game.

It's time to drop the gloves and fight! Support the Fight against cancer that is. This anthology of 8 brand new novellas is hot enough to melt the ice these players skate on. Featuring stories from popular New York Times & USA Today, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble bestselling authors, including Toni Aleo, Cassandra Carr, Cindy Carr, Jami Davenport, Catherine Gayle, Jaymee Jacobs, V.L. Locey, Bianca Sommerland, and Nikki Worrell. New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author - Toni Aleo TANGLED IN THE LACES In Tangled in the Laces, Karson King is on the fast track to the pros and Lacey Martin is coming back from a hard fight against cancer and is terrified of him but their love is too much to ignore. Will Karson prove that he will protect her heart at all costs, or will he leave Lacey to pick up the pieces of her life once again? Cassandra Carr and Cindy Carr HOOKING HANNAH When Hannah attends an all-star game, she doesn't expect a hockey player of all people to turn her world upside down. Her sister is married to a player and Hannah never wanted that life. But Scott could change everything. For Scott's part, he has to know the woman who stirred his blood with just a look, and once he does, he realizes he wants Hannah to be his forever. Now to convince her... Jami Davenport CRASHING THE BOARDS (Seattle Sockeyes 1.5) Professional party crasher, Izzy Maxwell, needs the cooperation of reluctant party guest Cooper Black, the team captain of Seattle's new hockey team, but Cooper can't get past his anger over the team's relocation to Seattle. Can Izzy melt Cooper's frozen heart or will this party crash along with her fledgling business? Catherine Gayle TAKING A SHOT (Portland Storm 2.5) Katie Weber has had a crush on Jamie Babcock for almost two years, since he joined her father's hockey team, the Portland Storm as an eighteen-year-old rookie. When cancer takes her health, her hair, and even her friends, she can't bear to go to senior prom...until Jamie intervenes. Jaymee Jacobs A VALUABLE TRADE Bryan's life gets turned upside down when he gets traded to the Dallas Comets, and things get even messier when he meets Georgiana, the Director of Team Services. He's got a lot of work to do to prove his worth to his new team, but Georgiana's sure he'll prove to be a valuable trade. V.L. Locey HEIR APPARENT Superstar Cam Evans is fighting to climb out of a slump thats growing worse with each day of living in denial. Fresh from the minors, Jacobi Neal is hungry for this chance to play back-up for the legendary goalie. Can two men battle each other, their inner demons, and the sizzling attraction building between them? Bianca Sommerland BLIND PASS (The Dartmouth Cobras 0.5) Nothing could stop Tim Rowe, the assistant coach of the Dartmouth Cobras, from falling in love with Madeline, but love alone can't satisfy every need. Sometimes, to reach the goal, you have to take the chance with a . . . Blind Pass. Nikki Worrell - CAPTAIN, MY CAPTAIN (Prequel to Scorpions Series) Keith Lambert is the captain of the Flyers-until he's not. To everyone's shock, he's traded to the San Diego Scorpions. As if that's not bad enough, Phoebe, his girlfriend of two years, decides she doesn't love him enough to follow. All alone in a new town, Keith is drawn to Kelly, his take out delivery girl. When she shows up at ice girl tryouts, he's lost. She's all he can see. Can he convince her to forget her past and take a chance on him or is he destined to be alone in a new town a little bit longer? **Proud Supporters of Hockey Fights Cancer.

Injury after injury has put Brenden Campbell's NHL career on hold for years. Now he's playing for the Portland Storm and determined to make it stick. Few things in life drive him more than being told he can't have something he wants, and what he wants most is to prove he belongs. Brenden also wants Rachel Shaw, the cute, little redhead who just got hired as the general manager's new assistant. But then she went and made herself off-limits, telling him: "I don't date." Those three words pretty much guarantee that he'll do everything he can to change her mind. Rachel is changing things up on the fly for her family, moving them somewhere she can be the kind of mom her kids deserve. Allowing anyone else to be in their lives is out of the question, at least until her instincts get back on track. How else can she be sure who to steer the kids clear of? Right now she trusts no one, including herself, and especially not a man like Brenden Campbell. He's way too handsome and a little bit cocky. Falling for a guy like him is a mistake she can't afford to make twice.

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the Portland Storm hockey romance series. She left to follow her dreams, but came back to find her heart. When Katie Weber decided to pursue her dreams in Hollywood, she left her heart behind in Portland. Now she's back to make amends with Jamie Babcock, the only man she's ever loved, but he isn't willing to forgive and forget. Heartbroken, Jamie refuses to reopen old wounds-no matter how much he still loves her. At some point, he's got to draw the line. But Katie realizes she's got the biggest battle of her life on the line-one she can't win without Jamie by her side. In the game of love, all bets are off. Katie's Dropping her Gloves to fight for both the life she craves and the man she loves. But is Jamie too proud to end the standoff so he can finally have the one he truly wants?