What the Puck?

 

Crystal Perkins has revealed the cover for What The Puck?! 

This brand-new stand alone, enemies to lovers romance novel set in her Metros Hockey Series is coming November 16, 2021! Get ready for Seti and Diana's story. It's going to be a doozy.

Cover Designer: Kari March Designs

Seti

I've been pursued by women during my time as a professional hockey player, but I never expected what's happening to me now. A sweet looking grandma is following me everywhere and it's getting a little scary. So scary I have to hire an undercover bodyguard, and ask for help from someone who hates me. Diana and I got off on the wrong foot, and I keep putting that foot in my mouth over and over again. 

Diana

Seti Redlin has been a thorn in my side since we met. I tolerate him because he's my boss' friend, but I want to stab him most days. Or kiss him. But, I can't do either. What I can do is help him avoid his stalker and her friends. That's all this is. Just helping him out. He's a hockey player and I know better than to get involved with one of those again.

Innocent touches during late night strategy sessions lead to steamy kisses and unexpected feelings. But is it enough for them both to trust that what they have is real and not just part of the game? 

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Meet Crystal Perkins

Crystal Perkins has always been a big reader, but she never thought she would write her own book, until she sat down in 2014 and did it. She's now published over 40 books, and has been featured in several anthologies as well.

She lived in Las Vegas for over a decade, where you could find her running author events and winning bookseller. After moving to ND for over a year, she’s back in Vegas again. When she's not reading a few hundred books a year or chasing after her grandson, you can find her watching hockey (Go Knights Go!) and trying to find the perfect shade of lipstick. A mac and cheese connoisseur, she travels the world looking for the perfect version, while attending book conventions and signings as a cover for her research. Poutine research is also conducted regularly on her trips.

Crystal loves hearing from her readers, so please feel free to send her an email, Facebook message, or Tweet! She's also on Instagram, where you can see her monthly reads!
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TAMING OF THE CREW by Xavier Neal is coming on October 28th!

This new adult, sports romance is set at Vlasta University in Vlasta, Wisconsin. If you are a fan of opposites attract, keep this one on your radar!

Oh, and if you're wondering what sport this sports romance falls into, it's hockey of course!

Now don't you worry, if you haven't read the previous four books in the Hockey Gods series, Taming of the Crew can be read as a standalone. Reading the other books just helps you know the other characters that will make appearances.

Once upon a time, the Vlasta Vipers hockey team was so incredible — on and off the ice — they were almost mythical.

All the other college athletes across the country wanted to be them.

All the chicks who glided into their gazes were excited to bang them.

Their reputation was that of Gods who wore skates instead of sandals.

And thanks to a certain center's constant leadership on the ice, they are true champions once again.

Captain Patrick Peck lives and breathes hockey, yet one glimpse at his head coach's loud-mouth, full of life niece who has just moved to Vlasta, and suddenly, he wants more.

More days of watching old TV shows and less days of listening to hockey podcasts.

More nights of hearing her scream his name and less nights of scheduling extra practices.

More memories out of the rink and less memories of only being loved in it.

Will this overly focused center be able to balance hockey and love, or will he be forced to abandon one for the other?

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About the Author

Xavier Neal is a best-selling romance author who enjoys hopping from sub genre to sub genre like a game of Hopscotch she can't resist.

In between writing, she loves to read (everything from romance to self improvement books), watch movies (old and new), eat too much Tex-Mex (her Chuy's t-shirt collection is out of control), and watch AHL hockey games LIVE (preferably against the glass whenever possible). 

She currently resides happily in Texas with her bearded husband "Lumberjack" and their two fur babies.

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Turnover by Lisa Suzanne {a review}

 
Have you been reading Vegas Aces: the Quarterback? If not, you should be! Jack Dalton has turned out to be an amazing character. When I read the original Vegas Aces series that focused on Luke Dalton, I completely disliked Jack. Yet at the same time I knew that deep down he wasn't this guy. This was a front for deeper issues. Anyways, I highly recommend that you read both seasons of Vegas Aces.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again, you HAVE to read this series in order. So in order to read (and understand) Turnover, you need to have read the previous three books. They are quick reads though, so you could easily binge read them. If you wanted to. As in my Timeout review, I am not going to recap the story. The blurb does a decent enough job, and I am just too worried about spoilers.

What can I even say about Turnover other than it was fantastic? I have continued to fall for Jack and Kate. Michelle continues to confuse the heck out of me, and I wonder what her issue is. Same with Savannah. I don't want either of these women to have redemption arcs, but I need to know what the heck they are thinking! What is their end goal? Turnover picks up at Jack and Michelle's wedding. If you read Timeout then you know how that ended, and the cliffhanger that we were left with. I loved the road trip. Loved the scene at the Wynn. But that scene at the house? OH MY WORD. What? I need Touchdown like NOW. I need to know how the book ends. What happens next with Jack? With JJ? With Kate? With Michelle? Seriously WHAT HAPPENS?!?  Lisa Suzanne is trying to kill me with these cliffhangers! I'm sucked in, and she has me anticipating each book in the series. Kudos to her!

If you are a fan of football romances then you need to read Vegas Aces: The Quarterback. Just trust me on that. I cannot recommend this series enough. I feel like I need to scream it louder.

Thank you for stopping by to read my random thoughts on Turnover. I greatly appreciate it. If you read this series, please let me know. I'd love to discuss it.

Laura

I’m in love with a man who is marrying somebody else. At least that’s what was supposed to happen when I was kicked out of the wedding last night by the bride’s father.

I find myself without a job, without a home, and without the pro football quarterback I’ve fallen for. The only thing left to do is head back to my parents’ place in Kansas as I give up every dream I’ve dared to have since I left it.

I’m just not sure I’m ready for the turnover.

TURNOVER is the fourth book in the VEGAS ACES: THE QUARTERBACK series. This series must be read in order.

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Meet Lisa Suzanne

Lisa Suzanne is a romance author who resides in Arizona with her husband and two kids. 

She’s a former high school English teacher and college composition instructor. 

When she's not chasing her kids, she can be found working on her latest book or watching reruns of Friends.  

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Newest addition to Gold Hockey!

The THIRTEENTH book in the Gold Hockey series is coming soon!

Cycled by Elise Faber releases on October 26th!

If you are a hockey romance lover, then you need to go pre-order this one NOW!

Trust me.

And yes, I have placed my pre-order.

No matter how hard Scarlett tried to be good, she always ended up being bad.

But everything was different now.

She was making her way up the ranks in her dream job, working as a publicist for the San Francisco Gold.Finally, her life was back on track.

Then she met Kaydon. He was new to the team—a power forward—and the moment she laid eyes on his sexy-as-sin body she’d dreamed about what that power might feel like in bed. But he was off-limits.

She worked for the team, and though she’d spent much of her life being bad, she couldn’t risk her job by jumping into a relationship that could easily get her fired.

Even if it was with a man like Kaydon. Unfortunately, despite her best intentions at keeping her distance, he was good—very good—at convincing her to be bad.

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Adventurous Love by Lea Coll {a review}

Adventurous Love by Lea Coll is now live! Adventurous Love is an all new small town romance by author Lea Coll, set in her Mountain Haven Series. And oh if this book ever isn't appropriately titled!

Let's return to Telluride shall we? 

In Adventurous Love we catch up with Henry Rigby. He is Gray's best friend, and these two are like brothers. So when Gray and Elle ask him to help out with their upcoming wedding, he naturally says yes. Enter Kelsey. She is Elle's childhood friend, and has been asked to be the Maid of Honor at the wedding. Kelsey cannot turn down the opportunity, and is excited to experience everything that Telluride has to offer during her two week stay. Shortly after arriving, Elle asks Kelsey if she'll work with Henry to make sure things go smoothly for the big day. As if Elle even needed to ask! Kelsey is looking forward to her time off from work, spending time with her friend, and exploring this community. There just happens to be some down time for Henry and Kelsey, so Henry decides to show Kelsey around and take her on some adventures. After all he is considering adding these services to the resort, so why not try it out with her?

I loved this story. I loved the forced proximity. I loved the instalove aspect. I loved the grand gesture after the big dramatic moments. And of course, I loved the happily ever after. Then there's all the adventures that Henry and Kelsey went on. SO MUCH FUN! So many memories were made, and I really think it helped our characters to bond. My favorite though might have been the snowball fight. These two are certainly competitive! Which makes reading their adventures so much more enjoyable. While reading Adventurous Love, I was a bit distracted by Piper Rigby. Every time she made an appearance (which wasn't often), or was talked about, I found myself wondering what her story was. Why is Piper the way she is? What is it that is affecting her so much that she's withdrawing from her family, and comes across as a bit standoff-ish? Yes, Kelsey nailed a few things on the head when she was explaining her viewpoint to Henry, but there's more. I can feel it. THANKFULLY Lea Coll tells me that Piper's story is next! So my answers are coming!

If you are looking for a small town, instalove story with some forced proximity, then go read Adventurous Love. I think you'll enjoy it. I know I did. It also has me curious about Telluride. Thank you for taking time to read my thoughts. I appreciate you stopping by. Happy reading.

Laura

 
~Kelsey~
I don't do small town, country living. The hustle and bustle of New York pumps through my veins. Still, when a dear friend invited me to stand up in her wedding, I decided to embrace all Colorado had to offer. I was expecting mountainous terrain and outdoor adventures. Instead, I found myself face to face with the ruggedly handsome Henry Rigby—a lumberjack fantasy come to life. It was supposed to be a short trip. Yet the time we spent together made New York seem farther and farther away...

~Henry~
As best man, I promised the groom I would show Kelsey a good time. I considered her one of my groomsmen responsibilities... until I saw her. Far from the high-maintenance New Yorker I expected, she was working that alluring girl next door look. Still, I had sworn off commitment and she had major trust issues. Feelings shouldn't have factored into our time together. But, the vulnerability beneath her steadfast independence called to me. And, for the first time in a long time, I found myself regretting I couldn't offer her the commitment she deserved.

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Meet Lea Coll

Lea Coll worked as a trial attorney for over ten years. Now she stays home with her three children, plotting stories while fetching snacks and running them back and forth to activities. She enjoys the freedom of writing romance after years of legal writing.

She currently resides in Maryland with her family. 

 

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Thank you to Lea Coll, and Grey's Promotions, for providing me with an advanced copy of Adventurous Love.