Hard Lines & Goal Lines by Stephanie Julian

The time has never been right.
As the backup goalie for the Philadelphia Colonials, Tim Stanton earned his nickname “Tank” by being an immovable force in net. Hockey has always come first in his life but, at thirty-one, he has an expiration date practically stamped on his ass. It’s time to make hard decisions about his future. Does he retire on his terms or play until his body gives out? And if he stays in net, will he miss his shot to pursue the woman he loves?

The odds are stacked against them.
As the daughter of an NHL Legend and the Colonials’ GM, Gabby Mitchell has had to work twice as hard to prove herself as the team’s public relations director. Dating a player could be career suicide, especially one on her own team. But none of her former boyfriends match up to the quiet, broody hunk of a goalie who’s her brother’s best friend. When Gabby dumps her most recent mistake, a chance encounter with Tim leads to a stolen, steamy kiss…and a full-blown secret affair.

Gabby and Tim have skated around their feelings for years. Now their passion is reaching a boiling point, but Tim’s uncertain future and a scandal involving Gabby’s brother threatens their relationship before it has the chance to score. Gabby and Tim have skated around their feelings for years. Now their passion is reaching a boiling point, but his uncertain future and a scandal involving her brother threatens their relationship before they have a chance to score.