Overview

Cannon West left his hockey playing days behind to care for his dying wife but has since found success on the other side of the bench. Now, as the youngest head coach in league history, he’s hoping to lead the Pittsburgh Titans to a winning season. The last thing he’s looking for is a relationship, but life sometimes takes us in another direction.

The Pittsburgh Titans are still working to move on from the tragic plane crash that forever changed the landscape of their organization. Having lost my wife, I know all about grief and the guilt of survival which makes me uniquely equipped to take this team to the next level. From the very first time I stepped inside the Titans’ arena, I knew I was exactly where I needed to be.

New to town, I’m still establishing my routine, but I have the most important aspect under control—the coffee shop where I stop on my way to the arena every morning. A strong cup of java and the gorgeous manager who I can’t help but chat up is quickly becoming my favorite way to start the day. But no matter how much I enjoy the blush that stains Ava Cavanaugh’s cheeks with my admittedly awkward attempt at flirting, I know it will never be more than brazen banter with a new friend. My job consumes almost all my time, and I know firsthand what that level of commitment can do to a relationship.

That doesn’t mean I’m not open to some fun. My career comes first, but Ava understands my boundaries. The only problem is that once I give into her temptation, the rules I set for myself become blurred, and my mixed signals hurt Ava—the one thing I promised I wouldn’t do. I’ve put myself in what seems to be an untenable situation, but I’ve faced those before. Now I need to find the strength to move past my fears, or risk losing my second chance at love with the woman who has stolen my heart.

Review

"The fast paced premise is intoxicating and inspiring ; the characters are animated, dynamic and spirited; the romance is edgy and intimate." - Sandy, The Reading Café

"I'm not sure I have the words to do this book justice, I swooned and I fell hard and fast as I watched Cannon start to live life to the fullest once again." - Jackie, Thelma & Louise Book Blog

"Swoony Perfection. Cannon is swoony perfection. This book was the book I did not know I needed." - Becky, Bookcase and Coffee

"If you're looking for a dirty talker with a heart of gold and an independently fierce spitfire, this story is for you." - Denise, Goodreads

"I loved this beautiful, fun and seductive story! Cannon and Ava were so perfect together." - Karen, Goodreads

"I love, love, love this book and series!!!" - Tanya Rae, TaSTy WordGasms

"So much more than a romance. Cannon really stole my heart." - Melonie, Goodreads

"This is a steamy, fun, rich man-poor-girl, small age-gap romance." - Kim, Reviews by Tammy & Kim (Rachel and Jay)

"I love it when I pick up a book and it flows so well I don't even know what time it is or how far along I am in the book." - Monique, Goodreads

"They were incredible together, always treating each other with respect and care." - Read What I Like Blog

"These two have amazing chemistry from the start... it's steamy page turning chemistry!" - Reading in the Red Room

"I love these two. Holy hotness, was that book fire." - Books I Flove

"Their relationship was truly amazing to watch. I couldn't wait for them to unleash their feelings and live their happily ever after." - JudyAnnLovesBooks

"I'm in love. Seriously though, these two made me so happy." - Tanja, OMGReads

"I love SB books. I always know, no matter what the story, that I will get a story that you can't help but fall into!" - Kristin, Book Lovers Obession