Reading King: A Pittsburgh Titans Novel

Jack Kingston is known for his dominant playing skills on the ice, but off, he’s a down-to-earth guy who values a true connection over a meaningless hookup.

I love being a member of the Pittsburgh Titans, even if my teammates are constantly ribbing me about women who they claim are throwing themselves all over me. Could I go for the easy lay? Sure, but that’s not my style. I’m more of long-term kind of guy. Instead, I’m going to keep doing what I do best—killing it out on the ice. Everything else will fall into place…eventually.

That time comes sooner than expected, in the most unlikely of ways. At the rink to watch our goalie’s kids play Peewee hockey, I meet Willa Montreaux and somehow, by the end of that interaction, I’ve offered to help her coach the Ice Pups. Altruism or were there other intentions in that offer? A little of both, if I’m being honest.

As the time I spend with Willa increases, I am absolutely certain I want even more. She’s gorgeous, sure, but that’s superficial. Willa is also funny, loving, determined and smart. SO smart. Doctor smart. Probably too intelligent for a jock like me, but that’s not going to stop me from shooting my shot.

Not looking for anything more than a fling and concerned that she’s too old for me, Willa doesn’t want to venture into anything serious. I’m willing to put in the work and give her the space she needs to come to terms with the fact that the connection we have is far more than physical. Willa and I are end game, but I’m willing to play into overtime if that’s what it takes to walk away with her by my side.

Review

"This is a sweet. witty, sexy, reverse age gap, he falls first, supposed-to-only-be-a-fling turned romance. I adored King." - Kim, Reviews by Tammy & Kim (Rachel and Jay)

"Beautiful slow burn story full of introspection from our main characters plus a lot of sweet moments in between. Another winner from Sawyer Bennett." - Jo-Ann, Goodreads

"The characters are easy to love, the banter is witty and the chemistry is steamy but it's the camaraderie the Pittsburgh Titans share that takes this to another level." - Jackie, Thelma & Louise Book Blog

" KING is an age-gap, hockey romance which has one of the most swoonworthy men Sawyer has created. This story is fun, entertaining, and totally romantic, which led me to constantly sighing." - Ria, Reading Is Our Satisfaction

"The way I'm still swooning over King. King is smart, genuine and he doesn't play around. He's not a playboy and is someone that loves being in a committed relationship. I loved his honesty and that is the greenest of the green flags." - Trish, Late Knight Luna Reads

"I adore that this series is so realistic and has substance, where drama isn't created just to create turmoil in the story. You see two people working towards a common goal - while they work through issues of their past." - Denise, Goodreads

"I fell so hard for King and Willa! King may be younger, but he is an 'old soul' who is the ultimate loyal, romantic, and protective man. Willa is smart, independent, and funny, learning to open her heart again. This is an amazing story that proves just how much age is just a number." - Karen, Goodreads

"Age gap, sports story? Yes please. Sawyer Bennett continues her Pittsburgh Titan series with a book that warms the heart." - Patty, Goodreads

"King is the kind of guy you take home to mama. He's not here for the hookups even if his pretty face attracts the ladies. He has an old soul and his mature beyond his twenty five years." Jill, Embrace the Romance

"What a delightful, steamy, age gap romance that is sure to make your heart full of love for King." - NanaX8