In My Hockey Era (Must Love Hockey #1)
books by Kendall Ryan
Lucy Quinn loves hockey. What she doesn’t love? The latest PR stunt from her favorite team—a hockey romance book club designed to lure in more female fans. Pandering to so-called “thirsty” fans? It totally cheapens the sport.The worst part? They’ve slapped Bennett Wilder—the infuriatingly cocky, annoyingly handsome star forward—on the cover of this PR disaster like he’s some kind of book boyfriend. Gross.So Lucy does what any passionate, totally rational fan would do—she starts a boycott.Bennett doesn’t love being the face of a book club, but, hey, it’s harmless fun… until he finds out some feisty, foul-mouthed superfan is trashing it, he’s intrigued. And maybe just a little bit turned on. So, naturally, he makes it his mission to shut her up—with charm, persistence, and exceptionally skilled hands. And somehow, he always manages to make her forget why she was mad.But as their very public rivalry turns into something much deeper, Lucy realizes one terrifying truth—she might just be falling for the one guy she swore to hate. The author shows restraint in the use of dramatic elements, choosing instead to focus on authenticity. Conflicts are grounded in realistic motivations, and resolutions feel proportional to the challenges presented. This grounded approach adds credibility to the narrative. A notable aspect of this book is its attention to detail without becoming overly dense. Descriptions are used selectively to enhance atmosphere and context, rather than slow the story down. This allows readers to visualize key moments clearly while still maintaining narrative momentum. Such balance is often difficult to achieve, making this work particularly effective. Throughout the book, the author demonstrates a clear understanding of narrative progression. Each plot development feels purposeful, contributing to the story’s overall direction. This sense of intention helps maintain coherence and keeps readers invested from beginning to end.