I don't know when dad jokes and mismatched socks became my type, but that hockey dude skated into my life like a runaway puck . . . and I think I like it.

Angel: I know I should be thankful that my charity was selected by the Ice Breakers hockey team. It'll make a huge difference in children's lives. There’s only one problem: I hate hockey dudes.

I have to remind myself of that fact when Scotty slips into my life like he's always been there. No matter how hard I push back on that perfectly formed chest, Scotty remains strong, giving me the space I need. I'm beginning to think I don't want to have space anymore. But by the time I figure that out, it might be too late.

Scotty: The only thing I love more than hockey is my daughter. It was a no-brainer for me to give up the ice when I became a single dad. But when the call came to coach the Ice Breakers, the opportunity was too good to pass up. Turns out, the leaves weren't the only thing falling in Maple Falls.

Angel swooped into my life and pieces I didn't know were missing started to fall into place. A devoted single mom, director of a children's charity, and all-around spark of sassiness, she and I find an easy rhythm.

But Lily comes first. And if I have to leave behind a future with Angel before it's started in order to do what’s right, I will. Though it seems fate has other ideas.

Contains mature themes.