Boston Titans Hockey - Series by Fallon Ashby

Enemies-to-lovers hockey heat with a guarded defenseman, tenacious sports journalist, and the forbidden attraction that could ruin both their careers! Harper Reed has worked too hard as a sports journalist to let anyone question her integrity—especially not Beckett Fraser. After the arrogant defenseman publicly insulted her reporting during his first Boston press conference, their professional relationship has been ice cold... moreEnemies-to-lovers hockey heat with a guarded defenseman, tenacious sports journalist, and the forbidden attraction that could ruin both their careers! Harper Reed has worked too hard as a sports journalist to let anyone question her integrity—especially not Beckett Fraser. After the arrogant defenseman publicly insulted her reporting during his first Boston press conference, their professional relationship has been ice cold. When her editor assigns her to write an in-depth profile on the Titans' most notoriously difficult player, Harper's determined to prove she can handle any assignment, even if it means facing off with the man who makes her blood boil. Beck Fraser has spent his career keeping reporters at a distance. After a controversial exit from Montreal that left his reputation in tatters, the last person he needs digging into his life is the stubborn journalist with amber eyes who seems immune to his intimidation tactics. He's fought too hard to protect his carefully guarded secrets and the children's charity work he keeps hidden from the public eye. As reluctant interviews turn into surprising discoveries, their professional animosity ignites into something far more dangerous. Harper faces an impossible choice—pursuing the real story behind Beck's Montreal departure could cement her career, but betraying his trust would destroy their growing connection. Meanwhile, Beck must decide if he can finally let someone see beyond his protective walls when the press has only ever twisted his truth. With playoffs approaching and tension mounting both on and off the ice, Harper and Beck discover that sometimes the biggest goals have nothing to do with hockey. But when devastating truths surface, they'll learn whether their newfound feelings can withstand the pressure or if they're destined to remain on opposite sides of the boards. PUCKING THE REPORTER is the prequel to the Boston Titans Hockey Series, but can be enjoyed as a complete standalone. This steamy contemporary sports romance features a protective French-Canadian defenseman with secrets to hide, a principled journalist with boundaries to maintain, professional tension that melts into passion, and a guaranteed HEA. Tropes you'll enemies-to-lovers, forbidden romance, sports romance, career versus love, forced proximity, trust issues, emotional wounds, and a player who learns that some stories deserve to be told. Each book in the Boston Sports Universe features different characters and can be read as standalones, though interconnected through the vibrant world of Boston's professional sports scene across hockey, baseball, football and basketball teams. Some stories are worth the penalty minutes. less

Secret-baby hockey heat with Boston's star goaltender, a dedicated pediatric nurse, and the unexpected son who brings them together despite their best defenses! Zane Westbrook, the Boston Titans' star goaltender known as "The Wall," structures his life with the same focus he brings to the net. His pre-game rituals are legendary, his apartment meticulously organized, and his future carefully planned... moreSecret-baby hockey heat with Boston's star goaltender, a dedicated pediatric nurse, and the unexpected son who brings them together despite their best defenses! Zane Westbrook, the Boston Titans' star goaltender known as "The Wall," structures his life with the same focus he brings to the net. His pre-game rituals are legendary, his apartment meticulously organized, and his future carefully planned. Nothing gets past his defenses—until the memory of one passionate night in Nashville twelve months ago reappears in his perfectly regulated world. Ivy Mitchell has just moved to Boston for a prestigious pediatric nursing position, with her three-month-old son Milo in tow. She never told Zane about the pregnancy, believing the driven goaltender wouldn't want the disruption to his career—and she refused to be seen as just another hockey groupie. But when a charity event at the hospital brings Zane face-to-face with Ivy—and the son who has his unmistakable ice-blue eyes—everything changes in an instant. Stunned but determined, Zane insists on being part of his son's life. Ivy reluctantly agrees to co-parenting, but is adamant about keeping their relationship strictly about Milo. As they navigate midnight feedings, first steps, and the challenges of their demanding careers, their mutual love for their son brings them closer together, and the chemistry that created Milo proves impossible to ignore. Just as they begin to imagine a future as a family, the Titans advance to the championship finals, putting Zane under intense pressure. Meanwhile, Ivy receives a dream job offer in Seattle that would advance her career but separate their newly forming family. With the championship and their future on the line, Zane and Ivy must decide if they're willing to lower their defensive walls and let love in, or if they'll remain just a one-night stand with lifelong consequences. PUCKING THE ONE NIGHT STAND is the first book in the Boston Titans Hockey Series. This steamy contemporary sports romance features a methodical goaltender with walls around his heart, a fiercely independent nurse protecting her son, a surprise baby who inherits his father's piercing blue eyes, and a guaranteed HEA. Tropes you'll secret baby, co-parenting to lovers, sports romance, career versus family, emotional walls, found family, second chance romance, and championship stakes. Each book in the Boston Sports Universe features different characters and can be read as standalones, though interconnected through the vibrant world of Boston's professional sports scene across hockey, baseball, football and basketball teams. Some saves matter more than what shows on the scoreboard. less

Forbidden romance hockey heat with Boston's most loyal defenseman, a fiercely independent Russian nanny, and the promise that threatens to keep them apart despite their undeniable chemistry! Alex Thompson has always been the reliable friend—the teammate who listens to relationship problems, the roommate who gives his buddy space to fall in love, the guy who never rocks the boat. After moving in with his teammate Sergei Petrov, Alex thought he had the perfect a fun roommate and minimal drama... moreForbidden romance hockey heat with Boston's most loyal defenseman, a fiercely independent Russian nanny, and the promise that threatens to keep them apart despite their undeniable chemistry! Alex Thompson has always been the reliable friend—the teammate who listens to relationship problems, the roommate who gives his buddy space to fall in love, the guy who never rocks the boat. After moving in with his teammate Sergei Petrov, Alex thought he had the perfect a fun roommate and minimal drama. He's even gotten used to Sergei's sister Katya stopping by occasionally—though he's tried not to notice how beautiful she is or how her laugh makes something flutter in his chest. So when Sergei gets called to the Olympics and begs Alex to "keep an eye on" Katya while he's gone, Alex figures it's simple. A few check-ins, maybe help with groceries. Easy. Katya Petrov doesn't need a babysitter—especially not her brother's charming roommate who she's been trying very hard not to think about. She's been taking care of herself just fine as a nanny for one of Boston's wealthiest families. But when her job implodes the same week her overprotective brother leaves for the Olympics, she reluctantly accepts help from the one man she should absolutely stay away from. What starts as reluctant guardianship turns into something more complicated when Alex discovers that Katya is nothing like he expected. She's funny, fierce, and frustratingly independent. And she challenges his easy-going nature in ways that leave him wondering if he's been sleepwalking through life. But Katya is off-limits. Sergei made that crystal clear before he left. And Katya has no intention of being anyone's project or proving her brother right about needing protection. When growing attraction collides with family loyalty and the fear of losing the people who matter most, Alex and Katya will have to decide what they're willing to risk for a chance at something real. PUCKING THE BEST FRIEND'S SISTER is the fourth book in the Boston Titans Hockey Series. This steamy contemporary sports romance features a laid-back defenseman who's tired of being the wingman, a fiercely independent Russian nanny who refuses to be rescued, unexpected protective duty that leads to forbidden desire, and a guaranteed HEA. Tropes you'll forbidden romance, best friend's sister, forced proximity, reluctant protector, protective heroes, independent heroines, cultural clash, family loyalty versus desire, and Olympic timing pressure. Each book in the Boston Sports Universe features different characters and can be read as standalones, though interconnected through the vibrant world of Boston's professional sports scene across hockey, baseball, football and basketball teams. Some rules are made to be broken. less

Friends-to-lovers hockey heat with Boston's veteran joker, a no-nonsense physical therapist, and the dangerous secret that could destroy everything they've built! Sergei Petrov, the Boston Titans' veteran forward and team prankster, hides his deepest struggles behind jokes and laughter. After representing Russia at the Olympics, he returns with a gold medal, a career-threatening injury he's keeping secret, and memories of one explosive night with the team's physical therapist before he left... moreFriends-to-lovers hockey heat with Boston's veteran joker, a no-nonsense physical therapist, and the dangerous secret that could destroy everything they've built! Sergei Petrov, the Boston Titans' veteran forward and team prankster, hides his deepest struggles behind jokes and laughter. After representing Russia at the Olympics, he returns with a gold medal, a career-threatening injury he's keeping secret, and memories of one explosive night with the team's physical therapist before he left. His plan? Pretend it never happened, get through the season, and keep sending money to his family back in Russia. Simple—until he's assigned to daily PT sessions with the one woman who sees right through his jokes. Zoe Calloway has been the Titans' physical therapist for three years, and she's built her reputation on being professional, direct, and completely immune to hockey players' charms. She's been texting with Sergei for months—what started as coordinating babysitting duties for teammates turned into daily conversations she won't admit she looks forward to. Their night together before the Olympics was supposed to be a one-time mistake. But now she has to put her hands on him every day for treatment, pretending she doesn't know exactly what's under that training gear. Just as their "just physical" arrangement combusts into something deeper, Sergei's past catches up with him. A famous Russian athlete arrives in Boston claiming she needs to marry him for asylum—and the Russian oligarchs threatening his family back home aren't giving him a choice. Caught between protecting everyone he loves and losing the woman who makes him want to drop his mask, Sergei must decide what he's willing to sacrifice. With his career ending, his family in danger, and the truth about to destroy everything, Sergei and Zoe must learn that sometimes the biggest risk isn't playing hurt—it's playing it safe with your heart. PUCKING THE THERAPIST is the fifth book in the Boston Titans Hockey Series. This steamy contemporary sports romance features a veteran player hiding behind humor, a physical therapist who sees through everyone's walls, forced proximity that tests professional boundaries, and a guaranteed HEA. Tropes you'll friends to lovers, forced proximity, secret injury, fake engagement (not with her! ), professional boundaries, found family, veteran athlete, and choosing love over duty. Each book in the Boston Sports Universe features different characters and can be read as standalones, though interconnected through the vibrant world of Boston's professional sports scene. Some injuries can't be healed with ice and tape. less