Connecticut Commodores Series by Skye McDonald

He's a superstitious goalie. She's the owner's daughter (with her V-card). Quinn: This is my breakout season in the pros. I won’t do anything to jinx my luck, especially when I’m on a shutout streak and playing the best hockey of my life. Not that I’d ever admit that out loud. One block at a time. One game at a time. Don’t shake up the routines. Stay cool. Stay focused. Don’t let them rattle you. But Audrey Cathcart has me rattled... moreHe's a superstitious goalie. She's the owner's daughter (with her V-card). Quinn: This is my breakout season in the pros. I won’t do anything to jinx my luck, especially when I’m on a shutout streak and playing the best hockey of my life. Not that I’d ever admit that out loud. One block at a time. One game at a time. Don’t shake up the routines. Stay cool. Stay focused. Don’t let them rattle you. But Audrey Cathcart has me rattled. She works to get a rise out of me every time we’re face-to-face. And can she get a rise out of me. My teammates think of her as a sister. But trust me: There is nothing familial about how I feel about her. But can I tell her and keep my focus? Because the playoffs are coming, and it's either win... or go home empty-handed. Audrey: My life is one giant blocked puck. Growing up around a pro hockey team means I’ve always had a built-in posse of big brothers. Date a hockey player? No. Way. If they even catch me thinking about a guy, I don’t hear the end of it. Now, I’m the team’s media manager. Hockey is life. I love my job. I love the team. I don’t love the new goalie, Quentin "Quinn" Paris. I want no part of that quirky goalie’s smug smile, blue eyes, or too-smooth Quebec accent. Except that’s a lie. I want it. All of him. I just can’t risk the fallout if I let on. Not that he thinks about me that way, anyway. Media manager or not, I’m still the team’s little sis. Like I said. One giant blocked puck. less

He’s a beauty. She’s the boss.Can this mismatched but perfect pair juggle everything and still score big on love? Or will her secrets and his reputation put them in the penalty box for good? Buy now to find out! Ethan Rivera is hockey’s wildest cowboy. He knows he's on thin ice with all the partying. One wrong step, and he's out of the league. That cannot happen. Hockey is life.Stella Faron started a PR company to keep her parents from meddling in her real business... moreHe’s a beauty. She’s the boss.Can this mismatched but perfect pair juggle everything and still score big on love? Or will her secrets and his reputation put them in the penalty box for good? Buy now to find out! Ethan Rivera is hockey’s wildest cowboy. He knows he's on thin ice with all the partying. One wrong step, and he's out of the league. That cannot happen. Hockey is life.Stella Faron started a PR company to keep her parents from meddling in her real business. She’d meant to become an image coach… but then she discovered the power of two little words: “Yes, Mistress.” Now, the Connecticut Commodores needs her to tame their new player's rep. She didn't count on her first client being her childhood nemesis, but here we are.As the season kicks off, Ethan and Stella find themselves locked in a high-stakes race to restore his image and keep her name squeaky-clean. But there's nothing clean about the chemistry growing between them.****Ethan knows damn well that his out-of-control partying has put him on thin ice. This trade to the Connecticut Commodores is his last chance to shape up, or he’s out of the league for good. It’s time to put down the bottle and clean up his image.He didn’t expect his middle school nemesis--and hopeless crush--to be his saving grace.At night, Stella works as a dominatrix. To the world, however, she’s a pushover to her mom’s matchmaking schemes and her father’s authoritative opinions on her life.But when the Commodores’ newest player needs rebranding, Stella’s PR company is suddenly legit. She can put her childhood hatred of Ethan Rivera aside and show her parents that she has the business savvy to make her own way. Even if that also means becoming Ethan’s housemate--and his plus one to all public functions.Thrust together in such close quarters, their determination soon ignites into sizzling chemistry. Stella's got Ethan under her skin. This dominatrix longs to drop the crop and surrender to her sweet bad boy.Ethan is scoring in game after game. Off ice, his childhood crush has turned into a wicked ache. Stella is beautiful, kind--and mysteriously sexy. Can this mismatched but perfect pair juggle everything and still score big on love? Or will her secrets and his reputation put them in the penalty box for good?Buy now and find out! less

A Hockey (Backup) Goalie Romance with Cinderella Vibes NICA: I never thought I’d be a loudmouthed influencer who fangirled over her favorite hockey player. I definitely never thought I’d get an invitation to his wedding. But I probably definitely should’ve thought twice before hooking up with the cute stranger I met there... moreA Hockey (Backup) Goalie Romance with Cinderella Vibes NICA: I never thought I’d be a loudmouthed influencer who fangirled over her favorite hockey player. I definitely never thought I’d get an invitation to his wedding. But I probably definitely should’ve thought twice before hooking up with the cute stranger I met there. How was I to know he was the team’s backup goalie?? RYAN: My role in the team was clear: support the guys, track our data, and be ready to play anytime the starting goalie needed a break. Suddenly, I am the starting goalie. I’ve got a team to carry, imposter syndrome to battle… And a certain social media influencer under my skin. Tropes & Themes: Cinderella story (rich/poor) Secrets Imposter Syndrome Instant Attraction Anonymous Hookup/ Mistaken Identity Dual POV No 3rd Act Breakup less

He’s a laid back d-man with a mess on his hands. She’s the matchmaker his mom hired to find him a date. to deceive (an opponent) by a fake.I just wanted to help clean up my hometown after a flood. But someone snapped a few photos, and now I’m the thirst trap of the season. Overnight, I’ve gone from the low-key, perpetually single defenseman on the Commodores to the man of the moment, and I want no part of it.Worse, a TV producer spotted me and offered me a spot on a reality dating show... moreHe’s a laid back d-man with a mess on his hands. She’s the matchmaker his mom hired to find him a date. to deceive (an opponent) by a fake.I just wanted to help clean up my hometown after a flood. But someone snapped a few photos, and now I’m the thirst trap of the season. Overnight, I’ve gone from the low-key, perpetually single defenseman on the Commodores to the man of the moment, and I want no part of it.Worse, a TV producer spotted me and offered me a spot on a reality dating show. In a panic, I lied and said I had a girlfriend. Problem is, I’ve sworn off love. But maybe my mom and her meddling friends are onto something with hiring a matchmaker. Maybe this matchmaker can find me someone willing to fake it for the cameras. No drama. No feelings. Just low-key and easy — exactly how I like it.Except when Dani Moon walks in the room, I know things ain’t gonna be easy. My matchmaker is about to make this season very, very hard.And by the season, I definitely mean me.I get the irony of someone who’s sworn off relationships running one of the biggest matchmaking companies in the country. But I’m damn good at what I do. So when my mom says her friend’s son needs some “special handling” to make a match, I agree to help.What I don’t expect is the panty-melting smile on the 6’3” wall of muscle who shakes my hand.One look at Max Daring, and I don’t want to find him a match.I want to be his match.Naturally, I do the responsible I set him up with my sister. Even though they’re a total "deke," I can't give into filthy fantasies with a client — not when my reputation and company are on the line. I'm the oldest daughter. The responsible one. The one who never screws up.Or am I?The chemistry between Max and me could melt an ice rink. Can we survive a messy media circus? Or is this “daring deke” a blocked shot?Either way, it’s going to be one hell of a season. less

A Hockey Goalie, Marriage of Convenience Romance.The The Area Directly In Front of the Goalie on a Hockey Rink. The Prime Scoring Zone. It was supposed to be a wild hookup at a party. How the hell did I end up married to a hockey player? And what on Earth are we supposed to do now?Lucas Gagnon spun me sideways from the moment we met. His quiet patience—and his quirky goalie superstitions—completely fascinated me. This man looked past my total failure at small talk and social cues... moreA Hockey Goalie, Marriage of Convenience Romance.The The Area Directly In Front of the Goalie on a Hockey Rink. The Prime Scoring Zone. It was supposed to be a wild hookup at a party. How the hell did I end up married to a hockey player? And what on Earth are we supposed to do now?Lucas Gagnon spun me sideways from the moment we met. His quiet patience—and his quirky goalie superstitions—completely fascinated me. This man looked past my total failure at small talk and social cues. He just smiled and suggested I do exactly what was on my mind.Turns out, what was on my mind involved a serious lack of clothing and the sofa in his living room.How that turned into a whirlwind marriage three months later, I’m still trying to figure out. But if the choice was to say “I do” or never see him again? Then yeah, I definitely do.Does he? Or am I a fool for thinking this sham marriage has led to a real connection? A few months into my first season with the Connecticut Commodores, I met the most unique, enigmatic woman. I’m a goalie, but Neve Moon put me right in the slot. I had one chance to shoot my shot and hope I got lucky enough to score.Cue the red light, baby. Because score, we did.At first, it was just random hookups and late-night talks. But just as we were starting to figure each other out, family obligations crashed the party. My position as the younger brother in a powerful dynasty always gave me freedom—until now. Suddenly, my mother wants me married, and she’s lined up a roster of “suitable” women. But all I want is Neve.And I got her. Somehow, she said yes to helping me escape an arranged marriage. She said yes to me.I know we rushed into this. I know this is supposed to be temporary—a sham marriage that we’ll annul in a few weeks.But every day I spend with her, I wish I could do things over. Take it slow. Do it right. Show her that I can be just as committed in love as I am on the ice.I'd give everything to the Commodores.But I want to give everything to Neve, too.Is a marriage of convenience the start of true love? Or will disaster and duties put Neve & Lucas on ice? Buy now and find out! ***This is a Standalone Novel.*** You'll Love IN THE SLOT If You Like...Marriage of ConvenienceSlightly Neurodivergent HeroineSexy but Quirky Hockey GoaliesActual Hockey Scenes! Period Drama Set in Modern Day less