Hockey Crushes Series by Amber Heart

He’s hockey’s hottest star. She’s the one girl who never fell for his charm—until now.Jax Wilder, Ridgemont University’s star forward, is NHL-bound and unstoppable on the ice—but off it, he’s secretly haunted by expectations. Harper Evans is the smart, driven sports journalist determined to prove she can play in the big leagues of media. After years of trading sarcastic barbs and icy glares, neither expects a late-night tutoring session to ignite sparks hotter than a championship final... moreHe’s hockey’s hottest star. She’s the one girl who never fell for his charm—until now.Jax Wilder, Ridgemont University’s star forward, is NHL-bound and unstoppable on the ice—but off it, he’s secretly haunted by expectations. Harper Evans is the smart, driven sports journalist determined to prove she can play in the big leagues of media. After years of trading sarcastic barbs and icy glares, neither expects a late-night tutoring session to ignite sparks hotter than a championship final.With graduation looming, their carefully-constructed walls crumble, and the rules they once relied on mean nothing against the pull of passion. But chasing their dreams means choosing between professional ambitions or a love neither saw coming.As pressure builds on and off the ice, can Harper and Jax trust their hearts—or will risking it all leave them shattered? less

Harley Bennett has one plan—ace her final year at Glencross University, secure her dream research opportunity, and say goodbye to her small-town life. Logan Ryan, the hockey team’s star forward, is laser-focused on impressing pro scouts, convinced he has no room for romance. But when Harley reluctantly agrees to tutor the campus celebrity, their fiery clashes melt into unexpected chemistry... moreHarley Bennett has one plan—ace her final year at Glencross University, secure her dream research opportunity, and say goodbye to her small-town life. Logan Ryan, the hockey team’s star forward, is laser-focused on impressing pro scouts, convinced he has no room for romance. But when Harley reluctantly agrees to tutor the campus celebrity, their fiery clashes melt into unexpected chemistry.Suddenly, quiet study sessions ignite with electric tension, and late-night skates reveal vulnerabilities neither intended to share. Each swears they won’t let emotions interfere—Harley can’t afford to lose her scholarship over heartbreak, and Logan can’t let desire derail his NHL hopes. Yet resisting each other grows impossible.As graduation looms and offers come calling, Harley faces a life-changing choice, and Logan risks his once-clear path to chase a love that caught him by surprise. Will they let fear—and outside pressures—shatter what they’ve built? Or dare to rewrite their futures for a passion that could be worth everything? less

Harper Sinclair is laser-focused on graduating Frostvale University at the top of her class. Beckett Morgan lives and breathes hockey, dead set on impressing scouts for a shot at the pros. A tutor-for-forward trade seems harmless—until sparks fly. She wants no entanglements; he can’t afford them. But late-night study sessions and stolen kisses melt their defenses, revealing dreams bigger than the rink or the classroom... moreHarper Sinclair is laser-focused on graduating Frostvale University at the top of her class. Beckett Morgan lives and breathes hockey, dead set on impressing scouts for a shot at the pros. A tutor-for-forward trade seems harmless—until sparks fly. She wants no entanglements; he can’t afford them. But late-night study sessions and stolen kisses melt their defenses, revealing dreams bigger than the rink or the classroom.When a devastating family obligation threatens to pull Harper away and beckoning scouts lure Beckett to another city, they’re faced with a heart-wrenching cling to the futures they’ve chased alone, or trust each other enough to build a new path—together.Now they have one semester to prove ambition and love can collide without shattering—and that some risks are worth every breakaway. Can Harper and Beckett rewrite the rules before time—and graduation—run out? less

He commands the ice. She captures life from behind a lens. Falling for each other wasn't part of the plan.Liam O'Connell, Northwood University's intense hockey captain, lives for the game—NHL dreams fueling his every move. Pressure is his constant companion. Maya Singh, the sharp-eyed photographer navigating campus life, trusts her camera more than people, especially privileged athletes. She wants out, not in... moreHe commands the ice. She captures life from behind a lens. Falling for each other wasn't part of the plan.Liam O'Connell, Northwood University's intense hockey captain, lives for the game—NHL dreams fueling his every move. Pressure is his constant companion. Maya Singh, the sharp-eyed photographer navigating campus life, trusts her camera more than people, especially privileged athletes. She wants out, not in.But when a crucial photography project forces Maya into Liam’s world, their clashing perspectives ignite a dangerous, undeniable spark. He’s focused, guarded, and everything she’s sworn to avoid. She’s perceptive, challenging, and a complication he desperately can't afford with scouts watching his every shift.As icy walls melt under unexpected heat, they must play it safe and protect their futures, or risk shattering everything for a love that could rewrite their entire game plan? less

Logan Mercer, Glacier Lake University’s star forward, has one shot left to prove he’s worthy of a pro hockey contract. Avery Caldwell is laser-focused on launching her career in aerospace engineering—she doesn’t have time to babysit cocky athletes. But when a tutoring stint hurls them together, sparks fly harder than slap shots off the boards.He craves the pros more than his next breath; she’s determined not to derail her future for a campus fling... moreLogan Mercer, Glacier Lake University’s star forward, has one shot left to prove he’s worthy of a pro hockey contract. Avery Caldwell is laser-focused on launching her career in aerospace engineering—she doesn’t have time to babysit cocky athletes. But when a tutoring stint hurls them together, sparks fly harder than slap shots off the boards.He craves the pros more than his next breath; she’s determined not to derail her future for a campus fling. Yet every late-night study session deepens their connection, melting Avery’s guarded heart and forcing Logan to realize there’s more to life than the ice. As her acceptance letter from a top research lab looms and his scouts circle, they face a cling to their separate ambitions or risk everything for a once-in-a-lifetime love.When graduation arrives and both their dreams call from opposite coasts, can they hold on to each other—or will their biggest goals require the ultimate sacrifice?Dive into a fierce college hockey romance brimming with steamy tension, heart-stopping goals, and a love powerful enough to rewrite destinies. Will Logan and Avery outskate the obstacles, or will the final buzzer sound on their chance at forever? less

He commands the ice at Northwood University, shouldering the weight of a legendary hockey legacy. She commands the counter at the campus café, focused on acing pre-med and escaping her own predetermined future.Liam O’Connell lives for the game, driven by NHL dreams he can’t afford to fumble. Maya Rodriguez is fiercely independent, unimpressed by campus royalty, and has zero time for arrogant athletes—especially the brooding Howlers captain who seems oblivious to the world beyond the rink... moreHe commands the ice at Northwood University, shouldering the weight of a legendary hockey legacy. She commands the counter at the campus café, focused on acing pre-med and escaping her own predetermined future.Liam O’Connell lives for the game, driven by NHL dreams he can’t afford to fumble. Maya Rodriguez is fiercely independent, unimpressed by campus royalty, and has zero time for arrogant athletes—especially the brooding Howlers captain who seems oblivious to the world beyond the rink.But charged encounters in the library café and undeniable chemistry spark an unexpected connection, melting the ice around Liam’s guarded heart and challenging Maya’s cynical assumptions. Beneath the surface, an undeniable heat flares, threatening to derail both their carefully planned lives.With rivalries heating up, family expectations looming, and futures hanging in the balance, they’re drawn into a dangerous power play neither saw coming. Can they risk letting down their guards when so much is on the line? Or will the pressure shatter their fragile bond before it even truly forms? less

He lives for the roar of the rink—she’s rooted in the quiet rows of her family orchard.Senior captain Griffin Hale is one clutch season away from a pro-hockey contract when an economics grade threatens his eligibility. Enter Ivy Callahan—engineering artist, cider heiress, and the only tutor on campus immune to slap-shot smiles. One late-night study deal turns into stolen rink lessons and tractor-seat confessions, but they draw a hard no feelings, no future—just pass the class and graduate... moreHe lives for the roar of the rink—she’s rooted in the quiet rows of her family orchard.Senior captain Griffin Hale is one clutch season away from a pro-hockey contract when an economics grade threatens his eligibility. Enter Ivy Callahan—engineering artist, cider heiress, and the only tutor on campus immune to slap-shot smiles. One late-night study deal turns into stolen rink lessons and tractor-seat confessions, but they draw a hard no feelings, no future—just pass the class and graduate.Then a surprise fellowship yanks Ivy toward Columbia, and an AHL scout puts Griffin on the road. Long-distance looks impossible…until a frost crisis endangers the orchard that ties them both to Silverpine.To save Ivy’s home and Griffin’s season, the entire hockey team trades sticks for pruning shears—and the pair who promised “no strings” discover roots can stretch farther than they ever dreamed.Dream contracts. Maple-iced kisses. One last shot at forever.Can two ambitions skating in opposite directions find a way to share the same goal line? less

He commands the ice, but she sees right through his armor.Liam O’Connell, Evergreen Peaks University’s intense hockey captain, lives for the crushing pressure of the game and the promise of the NHL draft. His focus is absolute, his walls impenetrable. Maya Flores, a fiercely independent art student, is focused on her portfolio and escaping family expectations. She wants nothing to do with arrogant athletes—especially the brooding team captain whose world keeps colliding with hers... moreHe commands the ice, but she sees right through his armor.Liam O’Connell, Evergreen Peaks University’s intense hockey captain, lives for the crushing pressure of the game and the promise of the NHL draft. His focus is absolute, his walls impenetrable. Maya Flores, a fiercely independent art student, is focused on her portfolio and escaping family expectations. She wants nothing to do with arrogant athletes—especially the brooding team captain whose world keeps colliding with hers.Unavoidable encounters—a library confrontation, a rescue on an icy quad path, a fragile truce brokered over textbooks—spark an undeniable, unwanted connection. He’s drawn to her sharp wit, the way she challenges him beyond the rink. She’s unnerved by the vulnerability beneath his guarded exterior, the unexpected tenderness that defies her judgment.Falling for each other wasn't part of the plan. With NHL scouts watching Liam’s every move and Maya’s future pulling her towards graduation and away from Aspen Ridge, they’re on a collision course. Can they risk shattering their carefully guarded worlds for a love that feels increasingly real, or will the pressure on and off the ice break them before they even truly begin? less