Cold Pines Cougars Series by Blair Brady

Hoss Ricketts is the fun-loving assistant coach for the Cold Pines Cougars minor league hockey team given a shot at redemption after his life fell apart following a career-ending injury. Stable and back on the ice—though not as a player—Hoss is blindsided when Pete Zingara, his old NHL nemesis, and new boss as head coach, skates into his life. Their chemistry turns explosive... moreHoss Ricketts is the fun-loving assistant coach for the Cold Pines Cougars minor league hockey team given a shot at redemption after his life fell apart following a career-ending injury. Stable and back on the ice—though not as a player—Hoss is blindsided when Pete Zingara, his old NHL nemesis, and new boss as head coach, skates into his life. Their chemistry turns explosive. One minute they're at each other's throats over plays, the next they're locking lips in a game-changing overtime that neither saw coming. As the Cougars claw their way up the rankings and into the playoffs, Hoss and Pete are in for the ride of their lives. They're not just coaching a hockey team; they're learning what it means to be partners—on and off the ice. Forget the scoreboard; the real win is finding a love worth fighting for.High Sticks is a MM hockey romance with an enemies to lovers and forced proximity themes, steamy scenes, and a guaranteed happily ever after. less

Chase Taylor breathes hockey. Raised in Maine's icy winters, he perfected his skills on frozen ponds. At 21, he's living his dream as a top forward for the Cold Pines Cougars in the minors. Last year, alongside veteran Rick Jensen, Chase played a crucial role in their unexpected championship win, with his friend Eddie scoring the decisive goal.This season, with Eddie promoted, Chase steps up as the lead forward under Coach Pete Zingara and the shrewd assistant Hoss Ricketts... moreChase Taylor breathes hockey. Raised in Maine's icy winters, he perfected his skills on frozen ponds. At 21, he's living his dream as a top forward for the Cold Pines Cougars in the minors. Last year, alongside veteran Rick Jensen, Chase played a crucial role in their unexpected championship win, with his friend Eddie scoring the decisive goal.This season, with Eddie promoted, Chase steps up as the lead forward under Coach Pete Zingara and the shrewd assistant Hoss Ricketts. They're on a roll, aiming for another stunning victory. But their winning streak takes a dramatic turn when a Halloween celebration prank turns into a fiery disaster in the locker room. Enter Hank Davis, a rugged firefighter, who dashes into the flames, saving a shirtless and shocked Chase.Hank can't shake off his encounter with Chase. Over coffee, their connection is undeniable, even though Chase has only dated women before. Their romance blossoms in secret, with Chase confiding in Hoss, who has faced his own challenges with coming out. As the team's home arena undergoes repairs, Chase's performance on the ice heats up, fueled by Hank's support. Emboldened by his feelings for Hank and guided by Hoss, Chase embraces his true self, publicly coming out. His journey of self-discovery and love parallels his leadership on the ice, steering the Cougars towards another hopeful championship.Cross Checks is a mm hockey romance with first time and life saving themes. There is a guaranteed happily ever after ending. less

A wicked Nor’easter strikes Cold Pines, knocking out power and crippling travel. It’s the catalyst for bringing Leo Holt and Noah West together and will change their lives forever.Leo Holt, a seasoned minor league hockey player, finds himself traded to the Cold Pines Cougars and seeking solace in an old farmhouse he calls home. Noah West, struggling younger brother of the Cougars' assistant coach finds himself in the heart of the storm, leading him to Leo's doorstep... moreA wicked Nor’easter strikes Cold Pines, knocking out power and crippling travel. It’s the catalyst for bringing Leo Holt and Noah West together and will change their lives forever.Leo Holt, a seasoned minor league hockey player, finds himself traded to the Cold Pines Cougars and seeking solace in an old farmhouse he calls home. Noah West, struggling younger brother of the Cougars' assistant coach finds himself in the heart of the storm, leading him to Leo's doorstep.As the storm rages, so does an unexpected spark between the two men, igniting a secret romance filled with warmth, laughter, and a shared solitude. But their newfound connection is a precarious one.With Leo grappling with the revelation that Noah is closely tied to his new team and Noah facing a personal crisis that brings them even closer, their secret relationship is threatened by the realities of their entwined lives.Power Plays is about the games we play, the secrets we keep, and the unpredictable force of nature—both outside and within our hearts. In Cold Pines, the storm isn't just a weather phenomenon—it's the beginning of everything.Power Plays is the 3rd book in the Cold Pines Cougars series and includes forced proximity, hurt/comfort, and secret relationship themes. less