Powerplay - Heather B. Moore

A sports romance pairing a pro hockey star ready to walk away from his career with a woman fighting to keep her struggling business open. Warm, uplifting romance of found family among former teammates, career crossroads, mutual support and chemistry that complicates everything. Six professional hockey players used to play on an elite club team together, but have all separated and now play in the pro-hockey leagues. Not all of them were friends, yet circumstances bring them together, and for the greater good, maybe they can put aside their differences. He’s ready to quit his pro-hockey career. She’s doing everything to keep her career afloat. And neither of them have time for distractions. Jax Emerson, legendary forward for the Chicago Flyers, is ready to throw it all away when he uncovers the truth behind his NHL contract. The last thing he needs is more media attention, or his father to get involved in his contract, or a beautiful woman apologizing once again for an accident. Meg Bailey didn’t think her life could get any worse, until it does. Time is running out before her business is forced to close. When Jax Emerson offers a solution, she knows that by accepting his help, she might be getting in too deep. And deep is not a place her heart is prepared to go. Powerplay is the second book in the Northbrook Hockey Elite Series – a romantic and uplifting sports romance filled with warm reunions, heartfelt conversations and mutual support with plenty of chemistry. Praise for the Northbrook Hockey Elite series? ? ? ? ? I loved the Belltown series which was romance with a side of baseball, now we get romance with a side of hockey. ? ? ? ? ? The plot moved along with fun twists and I kept wanting to read just one more chapter. ? ? ? ? ? This is a clean sports romance that features siblings of the Bell Town Six and more. We get to catch up on all the previous characters and meet new ones to set up this new series. ? ? ? ? ? I liked the way the relationship built throughout the book and both characters growing through their experiences. ? ? ? ? ? Powerplay is a great story with both protagonists still smarting from past relationships. ? ? ? ? ? Whether you are a fan of hockey or not, don't hesitate to read this book. ? ? ? ? ? I would recommend this to anyone who loves sports and a good romantic read.