I am certifiably the best goalie in the league, the Stanley Cup with my name on it proves it. So why am I suddenly completely off my game? And why the hell is a rival goalie the only person who can help?

Nikolai Ivanov lost that Cup to me. He has every reason to enjoy my downward spiral, and no reason at all to talk me through a panic attack at midnight, or pull me out of my own head with his dry Russian humor right before a game. By the time I stop to wonder what’s in it for him, Nikolai has become the most important part of my pregame routine. And I’m craving even more.

But there’s only one Stanley Cup, and we both want it. Getting involved with the goalie on the other side of the rink as we skate towards playoffs could cost us everything.

Staying away from him should be easy.

It's certifiably not.

A steamy MM hockey romance with the hottest, most adorable rivals-to-friends-to-lovers in your TBR. Perfect for fans of Rachel Reid, Sarina Bowen, and Tal Bauer.

Readers love K.C. Carmichael’s hockey romances:

“I can’t put what I read into words, but there is one word that can describe it and that word is WOW!!!!!!!!!!” Reader review, 5 stars

“I absolutely adored this!… The romance was so freaking cute, all that rivals-to-lovers tension had me kicking my feet the whole time! The chemistry between them was unreal and the ending made me so happy. I loved it. If you loved Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid, this one will be right up your alley, same emotional depth, same heat, and just as much heart. Loved every second.” Reader review, 5 stars

“I absolutely loved it right from the start… [The MMCs] captured my heart from the beginning and their chemistry and dynamic was excellent… One of my favourite reads of the year.” Reader review, 5 stars

“By far one of the cutest MM hockey romances I’ve read… Their chemistry is undeniable, and watching them move from wary teammates to something much deeper was an absolute delight. The grumpy/sunshine dynamic and the opposites-attract tension had me hooked from the start… A warm, heartfelt romance with just the right mix of angst, banter, and steam.” Reader review, 5 stars

“Had me hooked. I devoured it in less than 24 hours. The chemistry between the leads was amazing… The blend of rivalry, slow-burn tension, and heartfelt moments made this such a satisfying read… filled with banter, tension, and emotional depth.” Reader review, 5 stars

“I absolutely ADORED the banter in this book, not only between our main characters but all of our side characters too… Honestly I could go on for hours about my love of this book but I’m gonna insist you read it for yourself and want to punch Connor Sr with me. The ending tore at my heartstrings and made me so incredibly hopeful for a future of queer people in sports. I am just so grateful for books like this.” Reader review, 5 stars