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In the face of rivalry, only the bravest hearts win.
Madison
Im all too familiar with cocky hockey stars who think they rule the rink. When Im assigned to cover the Sable Creek Saints new season, I expect to deal with intense games and tough players. What I dont expect is to clash with Zach Brooks, the hockey teams star center. With his imposing build and confident demeanor, Zach is used to getting what he wantson and off the ice. But Im a professional, not a puck bunny, and Im not afraid to challenge him.
When Zach shows me his true colors, will it cement my preconceived ideas about egocentric jocks or will it lead to healing hearts?
Zach
Im not a hero. That title goes to my mom, a single mother and cancer survivor who sacrificed everything to make my dream of becoming a professional athlete come true. Because of her, Im fiercely protective and loyal to those I love, including my teammates. When a snoopy reporter sticks her nose in my business, I go on the defensive, not expecting to fall hard and fast for her. Now Im more determined than ever to show her that not all star players are self-centered jerks.
When Im faced with a decision to fight for whats right, will it tarnish my reputation and disappoint those who look up to me?
Heart of a Defender is a sizzling romance about the power of protective love and the courage to stand up for whats right. Follow along as enemies become lovers and discover a heart-pounding journey packed with steam, love, loyalty, and redemption.
steamy, enemies to lovers, grumpy protective alpha, hockey romance where he falls first
Genre: Romance
Madison
Im all too familiar with cocky hockey stars who think they rule the rink. When Im assigned to cover the Sable Creek Saints new season, I expect to deal with intense games and tough players. What I dont expect is to clash with Zach Brooks, the hockey teams star center. With his imposing build and confident demeanor, Zach is used to getting what he wantson and off the ice. But Im a professional, not a puck bunny, and Im not afraid to challenge him.
When Zach shows me his true colors, will it cement my preconceived ideas about egocentric jocks or will it lead to healing hearts?
Zach
Im not a hero. That title goes to my mom, a single mother and cancer survivor who sacrificed everything to make my dream of becoming a professional athlete come true. Because of her, Im fiercely protective and loyal to those I love, including my teammates. When a snoopy reporter sticks her nose in my business, I go on the defensive, not expecting to fall hard and fast for her. Now Im more determined than ever to show her that not all star players are self-centered jerks.
When Im faced with a decision to fight for whats right, will it tarnish my reputation and disappoint those who look up to me?
Heart of a Defender is a sizzling romance about the power of protective love and the courage to stand up for whats right. Follow along as enemies become lovers and discover a heart-pounding journey packed with steam, love, loyalty, and redemption.
steamy, enemies to lovers, grumpy protective alpha, hockey romance where he falls first
Genre: Romance
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