Cedar Rapids Raccoons Series by Lasairiona E. McMaster

JustinI thought I’d left my past in Minnesota when I moved to Iowa, but it was right there waiting for me.Long blonde hair, curves in all the right places, and a death glare that hits harder than a slap shot to the solar plexus. On the ice, I’m a pro at blocking shots, but Savannah Bowen has slipped behind all my defenses and made a home in my heart.I had no intention of revisiting the past, but when she’s damn near everywhere I go, I’m a goner.SavannahHell freakin’ no... moreJustinI thought I’d left my past in Minnesota when I moved to Iowa, but it was right there waiting for me.Long blonde hair, curves in all the right places, and a death glare that hits harder than a slap shot to the solar plexus. On the ice, I’m a pro at blocking shots, but Savannah Bowen has slipped behind all my defenses and made a home in my heart.I had no intention of revisiting the past, but when she’s damn near everywhere I go, I’m a goner.SavannahHell freakin’ no.It doesn’t matter that Justin Ashe is seven feet tall and sexy as sin, or that I’ve had a crush on him for years. He cheated on my best friend in high school, and that makes him off limits.I can’t be with him, but damn, it’s impossible to stay away from him. Girl Code says uteruses before duderuses.He’s supposed to be my enemy, but the more I see of him, the blurrier the lines get.Welcome to UCR hockey, where fierce AF heroines and hot as puck heroes find their hockey ever afters. If you pucking love college hockey romance series, you’ll adore UCR Raccoons hockey.FREEZING THE PUCK is a delicious slow burn, enemies-to-lovers, ovaries before brovaries sports romance. This interconnected full-length stand-alone is the first in a new series with no cheating or cliffhangers and has a guaranteed happily-ever-after. less

Can the girl who hides in the shadows date a guy who chases the spotlight?Eloise:Ares de la Peña: VIP hockey goalie, stripper, bisexual playboy.He lives for the limelight. He’s everything I should avoid, yet I’m drawn to him in ways I don’t understand. As our worlds collide, I discover he’s more than just the flashy heir to a billion dollar fortune. I’ll never fit into his world. But I want to... moreCan the girl who hides in the shadows date a guy who chases the spotlight?Eloise:Ares de la Peña: VIP hockey goalie, stripper, bisexual playboy.He lives for the limelight. He’s everything I should avoid, yet I’m drawn to him in ways I don’t understand. As our worlds collide, I discover he’s more than just the flashy heir to a billion dollar fortune. I’ll never fit into his world. But I want to.Ares:What is it about this girl? She hides her scars behind her bright hair, quirky clothing, and striking lipstick, but I see her. She’s the calm that quiets my demons, while running from her own. My reputation precedes me, which is usually a good thing, but in this case her preconceived notions about me aren’t working in my favor.How can I make her see that what we have is far more than skin deep? less

She’s lost her mobility, her career, and her dreams... Can she risk losing her heart to her best friend as well?In the blink of an eye, everything I’ve worked my whole life to achieve is gone, maybe forever. I’m not prepared to accept that I’ll never dance again. It’s all I’ve ever known, and I’m scared to find out who I am without it.The only person still in my corner is my hockey playing, son-of-a-billionaire best friend, but no amount of money can help me walk again... moreShe’s lost her mobility, her career, and her dreams... Can she risk losing her heart to her best friend as well?In the blink of an eye, everything I’ve worked my whole life to achieve is gone, maybe forever. I’m not prepared to accept that I’ll never dance again. It’s all I’ve ever known, and I’m scared to find out who I am without it.The only person still in my corner is my hockey playing, son-of-a-billionaire best friend, but no amount of money can help me walk again. His intentions are admirable, but I can’t risk falling for him.What if I lose him, too?Waking up after a near fatal car crash, I realized I’ve been in love with Edith for as long as I’ve known her.Nothing matters anymore. Nothing but my beautiful, smart, funny best friend who is convinced we’re doomed to fail.Money can solve a lot of problems, but not this one.How can I persuade her to take a chance on me, on us, when she’s lost so much already? less

The night she’ll never forget is the night he can’t remember.ToriHow dare he act like we’ve never met?I thought we connected, but after a steamy one night stand, the hockey hot shot ghosted me, leaving me with nothing but wounded pride and two pink lines on a stick. And not the hockey kind.Well, not this time, bud. You fooled me once, and I’m never giving you a second chance to fool me again.We don’t need you... moreThe night she’ll never forget is the night he can’t remember.ToriHow dare he act like we’ve never met?I thought we connected, but after a steamy one night stand, the hockey hot shot ghosted me, leaving me with nothing but wounded pride and two pink lines on a stick. And not the hockey kind.Well, not this time, bud. You fooled me once, and I’m never giving you a second chance to fool me again.We don’t need you.RaffiShe’s not a forgettable woman, so why does she insist she knows me?One look at her son and it hits me like a slap shot to the chest. The resemblance is undeniable.How can I convince the mother of my child to let me be part of their lives, when I don’t even remember her? less

Love can blur even the fiercest of rivalries.PenelopeWhen I kiss a guy dressed as Pac-Man at a party, it feels like fate. But fate must have a twisted sense of humor—because falling for the son of the man who ruined my family was never part of the plan.Tate Myers, star hockey player and my sworn enemy, ignites a hate in me that’s hotter than any slapshot. Yet the heart wants what it wants—even if it means crossing every line I’ve drawn... moreLove can blur even the fiercest of rivalries.PenelopeWhen I kiss a guy dressed as Pac-Man at a party, it feels like fate. But fate must have a twisted sense of humor—because falling for the son of the man who ruined my family was never part of the plan.Tate Myers, star hockey player and my sworn enemy, ignites a hate in me that’s hotter than any slapshot. Yet the heart wants what it wants—even if it means crossing every line I’ve drawn.TateGetting snubbed by a chick dressed as Taco Belle at a party sucked almost as much as taking a slapshot to the face. My jaw and my world shatter, but the tall, curvy goddess next door keeps me afloat with her pranks.I have no idea why she hates me, but right now, I hate myself, too. This is my second chance at making her fall for me, and I’m determined to win her over.Can love conquer a bitter rivalry born on frozen ground, or will family feuds tear them apart?Lace up for a scorching clash of romance and redemption in the rink of second chances. less

Some crushes never fade—they just burn deeper. Scott Hockey was my ticket out—my one-way pass to a better life. I've been laser-focused: graduate, get drafted, and build a career that proves I'm more than just another farm kid with big dreams. Athena de la Peña was always the one mesmerizing distraction I couldn't afford. She’s my best friends’ older sister, and way out of my league. But when she's hurt and vulnerable, my carefully planned future becomes secondary... moreSome crushes never fade—they just burn deeper. Scott Hockey was my ticket out—my one-way pass to a better life. I've been laser-focused: graduate, get drafted, and build a career that proves I'm more than just another farm kid with big dreams. Athena de la Peña was always the one mesmerizing distraction I couldn't afford. She’s my best friends’ older sister, and way out of my league. But when she's hurt and vulnerable, my carefully planned future becomes secondary. Everything I've worked for means nothing compared to protecting her. She deserves someone who'll fight for her, stay for her, even if she doesn’t think she needs it. Athena Scott Raine was always there—my brothers' best friend, the guy who saw me when no one else did. After my assault, I'm broken, raw, and searching for something solid. Suddenly, he's my rock. The boy who watched me from afar is now the man holding me together, fighting my battles, and showing me what real love looks like. And I have no idea what to do with that. less

In the heart of snowy Iowa, as the holiday season descends upon the University of Cedar Rapids, the campus is abuzz with Christmas cheer. But for your favorite UCR Raccoons, life isn't all merry and bright: the clock is ticking down to a team Christmas party at the de la Pena mansion.Told through multiple points of view, this enchanting tale weaves together the hopes, dreams, and struggles of the players as they navigate the magic of Christmas... moreIn the heart of snowy Iowa, as the holiday season descends upon the University of Cedar Rapids, the campus is abuzz with Christmas cheer. But for your favorite UCR Raccoons, life isn't all merry and bright: the clock is ticking down to a team Christmas party at the de la Pena mansion.Told through multiple points of view, this enchanting tale weaves together the hopes, dreams, and struggles of the players as they navigate the magic of Christmas.As the team prepares for their holiday party, they discover that the true meaning of Christmas isn't found in victories on the ice, but in the bonds they have cultivated with their teammates.From going in to labor at a llama farm, to shopping for the perfect ring to pop the big question, this novella dives into the lives that have intertwined throughout the Raccoon's series, and the warmth of a team that becomes a family.Perfect for a cozy winter read, "Snowflakes and Slapshots" captures the spirit of the season and the heart of college hockey. less