Chicago Thunder Series by Jodi Oliver

BLAINE. When my name is involved in yet another scandal, I’m told to keep my head down and my stats up. The trade deadline is looming, and I don’t want to leave Chicago. But that night, I meet Alex. The guy with the bluest eyes and the kindest smile. My reputation precedes me, and he’s determined to resist me, but the more time we spend together, the harder it is to deny the chemistry between us. He’s someone who might make me want to change for the better... moreBLAINE. When my name is involved in yet another scandal, I’m told to keep my head down and my stats up. The trade deadline is looming, and I don’t want to leave Chicago. But that night, I meet Alex. The guy with the bluest eyes and the kindest smile. My reputation precedes me, and he’s determined to resist me, but the more time we spend together, the harder it is to deny the chemistry between us. He’s someone who might make me want to change for the better. But can we survive the slap shots that come our way, or will my scandalous past hit harder than any defenseman could? ALEX. Being a lifelong Chicago Thunder fan, I know that Blaine Olsen is trouble. Because all hockey players are. He’s a notorious playboy, and I refuse to be another notch on his bedpost. But when he shows me the part of himself he keeps hidden, it gets harder to resist him. I can’t afford any distractions though. I’m up to my eyeballs in debt, doing everything I can to keep my head—and family business—above water. Will Blaine prove me wrong and show me a hockey player could be my Prince Charming after all? Trade Deadline is a low angst, hockey player/fan sports romance. It has team shenanigans, fast paced hockey, cheesy texting, no third-act break-up and puppies. It is book one in the Chicago Thunder series and can be read as a standalone. less

Ethan. Finding out my ex-fiance is the best man at my cousin’s wedding is the cherry on top of my problems. I can’t turn up alone, so finding a fake boyfriend is the only option. My relationship with Jacob isn’t supposed to be real, but he gets me in a way nobody ever has and now I’m questioning everything. After nearly two decades in the NHL, retirement is nearing and I have no idea who I am outside of hockey. I need to focus on winning one last Cup, not falling in love. Jacob... moreEthan. Finding out my ex-fiance is the best man at my cousin’s wedding is the cherry on top of my problems. I can’t turn up alone, so finding a fake boyfriend is the only option. My relationship with Jacob isn’t supposed to be real, but he gets me in a way nobody ever has and now I’m questioning everything. After nearly two decades in the NHL, retirement is nearing and I have no idea who I am outside of hockey. I need to focus on winning one last Cup, not falling in love. Jacob. Ethan Parkes became my savior when he offered me a deal that would solve all of my problems. So when he asked me to be his fake boyfriend for a wedding in England, I jumped at the chance. Besides, so what if I already have a crush on him? When we give into the chemistry between us, he tells me we only have the off season. But I’m determined to show him that he’s more than just a name on a jersey, even if it could cause my heart a world of hurt. Off Season is a friends to lovers, grumpy/sunshine hockey romance. With a touch of hurt/comfort, a ten year age gap, interfering teammates and all the found family vibes. It is book two in the Chicago Thunder series and can be read as a standalone. less

Zach. Since I was six years old, my world has revolved around two things: Carter Lockwood and hockey. We made a pact in college before we turned pro to always put each other first. To make each other our priority, but being in love with your straight best friend can make that hard, especially when you have to watch them fall in love with someone else. I don’t want to break my best friend's heart to save my own, but I need to put some space between us to save our friendship... moreZach. Since I was six years old, my world has revolved around two things: Carter Lockwood and hockey. We made a pact in college before we turned pro to always put each other first. To make each other our priority, but being in love with your straight best friend can make that hard, especially when you have to watch them fall in love with someone else. I don’t want to break my best friend's heart to save my own, but I need to put some space between us to save our friendship. Only this time, it’s not just the defensive zone I’m protecting, but also my heart. Carter. From the moment I met Zach Reid, we were inseparable. Nobody really understands why I always wanted to be with him. Our relationship is what some people call codependent, but he’s been my favorite person for over two decades, and life is always calmer when he’s around. But something changed between us over the summer, and I started to see him in a different way. Then the pact we made in college started to fall apart, along with my football career. I don’t know what happened or how to make it right, but there’s one thing I know for certain. I’m lost without him. Defensive Zone is a childhood best friends to lovers sports romance featuring a hockey player and football player. It includes unrequited love, a bi-awakening, mutual pining and all the Thunder found family vibes. It is book three in the Chicago Thunder series and can be read as a standalone. less

Jackson. When I attended my teammate’s wedding, I wasn’t expecting to come face to face with the man who broke my heart fourteen years ago. He was my teammate. My first love. But when I got traded, he threw what we had away. Now he’s back in my life and he wants to give things another go. If I agree to try again, and it all goes wrong, it’s not just my heart that’s at risk of breaking. It’ll be my kids' hearts too. Hayden. I don’t have many regrets in life. Only one. Hurting Jackson Wilde... moreJackson. When I attended my teammate’s wedding, I wasn’t expecting to come face to face with the man who broke my heart fourteen years ago. He was my teammate. My first love. But when I got traded, he threw what we had away. Now he’s back in my life and he wants to give things another go. If I agree to try again, and it all goes wrong, it’s not just my heart that’s at risk of breaking. It’ll be my kids' hearts too. Hayden. I don’t have many regrets in life. Only one. Hurting Jackson Wilde. Since my career ending injury, my life has been on a downward spiral. I’ve projected to the world that everything’s fine, but deep down, I’m a broken man. For the last six years I’ve been working on getting back pieces of the man I used to be. Not just to save me from myself, but for this moment. A chance to win Jackson back. I know it’s not going to be easy, but I’m going to give it my all. Power Forward is a second chance sports romance featuring a hockey player and an ex-teammate turned sports agent. It includes mental health rep, adorable kids, unintentional matching Halloween costumes and all the Thunder found family vibes. It is book four in the Chicago Thunder series and can be read as a standalone. less

Elliot. How is it possible to be surrounded by people who love me, yet I still feel alone? Everyone is falling in love, and it’s like I’ve been left on the outside. I want that for myself, but the thought of putting myself out there is terrifying. Growing up being told you’re ‘too much’ puts a dent in your confidence, no matter how hard you try to hide it. Until one day, Lieutenant Hunter Bowen finds me trapped in an elevator... moreElliot. How is it possible to be surrounded by people who love me, yet I still feel alone? Everyone is falling in love, and it’s like I’ve been left on the outside. I want that for myself, but the thought of putting myself out there is terrifying. Growing up being told you’re ‘too much’ puts a dent in your confidence, no matter how hard you try to hide it. Until one day, Lieutenant Hunter Bowen finds me trapped in an elevator. His kind words and gentle smile only heightens the crush I have on him, and when he asks me to join him one night, I push my fears aside and say yes. I’m great at controlling the rebound on the ice, but when it comes to bruised hearts? I guess we’ll find out. Hunter. When I became a widower seven years ago, my entire world was flipped upside down. I needed a fresh start, so I left the military and moved across the country, and vowed never to fall in love again. That was until I met Elliot Olsen. The guy who has the brightest smile, the biggest heart, and a whole heap of unspoken emotions. I try to keep my heart at a distance, but the fire burns too bright between us to ignore. The only problem is I’ve been here before, and I don’t know if I can risk having my heart torn apart again. Rebound Control is a sports romance featuring a hockey goaltender and a firefighter. It includes ADHD rep, a protective mc, late night ice cream drives and all the Thunder found family vibes. It is book five in the Chicago Thunder series and can be read as a standalone. less