Wildcatters Hockey Series by Alexa Padgett, Jessica Royer Ocken

USA Today Bestseller Alexa Padgett's captivating single dad turned hockey coach and spirited nanny threaten to set the ice ablaze, proving that sometimes, the riskiest power play of all is falling head over ice skates... Having poured my heart into caring for my previous charges, bidding them farewell left an indelible ache that I couldn't bear to repeat. The idea of restarting as a nanny didn't excite me in the least.. moreUSA Today Bestseller Alexa Padgett's captivating single dad turned hockey coach and spirited nanny threaten to set the ice ablaze, proving that sometimes, the riskiest power play of all is falling head over ice skates... Having poured my heart into caring for my previous charges, bidding them farewell left an indelible ache that I couldn't bear to repeat. The idea of restarting as a nanny didn't excite me in the least...until I crossed paths with Beatrix, a frightened and angry little girl who tugged at my heartstrings. Determined to help this vulnerable child who craves affection, I find myself drawn to her uncle, the irresistible Silas. His magnetic eyes, capable of holding me captive, promise to fulfill the dreams I've long held dear. Silas, scarred by a troubled past, knows next to nothing about raising children or creating a loving home. That's where I step in. They call me a "fixer" in the world of hockey. Yet, I question whether I can mend the fractures between uncle and niece. Despite my doubts, the life we could build together beckons me. The catch? Taking a chance on this single dad might land my heart in the penalty box for good... Immerse yourself in the scorching, emotionally charged single dad sports romance from the esteemed USA Today Bestseller, Alexa Padgett. "Another Charge" is the first book in a series of stand-alone, interconnected hockey romances featuring a close-knit group of players and the spunky, sexy women who love them. less

The only ice he fears is the frozen wall protecting her battered heart…Keelie Hayes has fast and hard rules about life and love. And those rules have served her well, keeping her heart safe from being broken again, her trust from another painful shattering.Until hockey star Cormac Bouchard skated onto the scene with his charm and scorching sensual gaze only for her and changed the whole game... moreThe only ice he fears is the frozen wall protecting her battered heart…Keelie Hayes has fast and hard rules about life and love. And those rules have served her well, keeping her heart safe from being broken again, her trust from another painful shattering.Until hockey star Cormac Bouchard skated onto the scene with his charm and scorching sensual gaze only for her and changed the whole game. Keelie’s no longer sure about her rules, but she’s throwing up every frosty defense possible to keep from dreaming of that coveted shot at forever.Cormac makes no excuses for the poor choices he’s made on and off the ice. He’s done the work, put in the hours, and served his time in life’s penalty box. Now all he wants is a place to belong–and to take his Wildcatters to the NHL finals. They’ve become the family he’s always wanted, and he can’t let them down.But his normally iron-willed focus fails him when it comes to the beautiful ice queen he wants to melt in the hottest ways possible. If only he could earn her precious trust. Which would mean finally pushing beyond his own painful past to be the partner she deserves and the man he desperately wants to be.Easier said than done.Dare he go all-in on a long-shot love that just might heal both their pasts and redeem a future neither ever dreamed possible? less

Ours is a marriage of convenience…until it isn’t.What do you get when you throw a stoic D-Man, a free-spirited art therapist, and an enormous dog into a house? It sounds like an opening line to a joke. But this is  my life ... I never expected to find myself legally tied to Maxim Dolov, the star defenseman for the Houston Wildcatters. Between his visa issues and my angry ex, a marriage on paper solves all our problems... moreOurs is a marriage of convenience…until it isn’t.What do you get when you throw a stoic D-Man, a free-spirited art therapist, and an enormous dog into a house? It sounds like an opening line to a joke. But this is  my life ... I never expected to find myself legally tied to Maxim Dolov, the star defenseman for the Houston Wildcatters. Between his visa issues and my angry ex, a marriage on paper solves all our problems. Until our marriage becomes real… too real and I’m forced to confront the truth about our future: I don’t want our marriage to end. Another Hit   will have you cheering for Maxim and Ida Jane’s happily ever after. Don’t miss this story with its sizzling chemistry and heart-pounding hockey action. less

In the high-stakes world of professional hockey, sparks fly both on and off the ice….especially when unexpected consequences ensnare me after one incredible night with the NHL’s charming winger, Luka Stol... Luka is a formidable force on the ice but has never faced a challenge quite like me. He is determined to be there for me and our unborn child when he learns about my pregnancy... moreIn the high-stakes world of professional hockey, sparks fly both on and off the ice….especially when unexpected consequences ensnare me after one incredible night with the NHL’s charming winger, Luka Stol... Luka is a formidable force on the ice but has never faced a challenge quite like me. He is determined to be there for me and our unborn child when he learns about my pregnancy. But my reluctance to share my motive for fleeing Houston in the first place leaves him in the dark about the dangers lurking in the shadows. Luka and I experience a rollercoaster of emotions and unpredictable twists as we deal with love, secrets, and hockey. Amidst the laughter and camaraderie of the locker room, we must confront our fears and fight for our love against all odds. Join Millie and Luka on a passionate journey that will make your heart race and leave you cheering for their happily ever after in this steamy hockey rom-com. “Another Goal” sizzles with chemistry, witty banter, and the thrill of the game, proving that sometimes, love is the most daring play of all. less

In the thrilling world of professional hockey, where passion burns both on and off the ice, NHL winger Paxton Naese is a force to be reckoned with. As talented as he is ruggedly handsome, he's used to turning heads and breaking hearts. But there's one heart he shattered—his own—when he broke off his long-term relationship with his ex-girlfriend Hana.Three years ago, Naese and Hana were inseparable, lost in a love that sizzled hotter than the game they both adored... moreIn the thrilling world of professional hockey, where passion burns both on and off the ice, NHL winger Paxton Naese is a force to be reckoned with. As talented as he is ruggedly handsome, he's used to turning heads and breaking hearts. But there's one heart he shattered—his own—when he broke off his long-term relationship with his ex-girlfriend Hana.Three years ago, Naese and Hana were inseparable, lost in a love that sizzled hotter than the game they both adored. But when the pressures of his career and his insecurities drove them apart, Hana was left with a trail of dreams he shattered...and a secret too painful to bear.In this steamy new adult hockey romance, Naese and Hana must confront their past, their desires, and the undeniable connection that's never faded. Will they overcome the obstacles in their path and find a way back to each other's arms? Or will the scars of yesterday prove too deep to heal, leaving them forever longing for the warmth of a love they once knew? One thing's for in this time of love and redemption, winning might just mean losing your heart. less