The Power Play – Rules aren't everything

                            The Power Play – Rules aren’t everything is a steamy, story-driven New Adult college hockey romance—perfect for readers who love College Sports Romance, Hockey Romance, Forbidden-ish Love, Coach’s Daughter, Tutoring, Secret Relationship, and Rules vs. Desire.

Addison Barlow (21) lives by the rules—because her father is the head coach. Straight A’s, a spotless reputation, zero scandals. She’s determined to prove she’s more than “the coach’s daughter,” working as a tutor in the athletes’ academic program while keeping her life perfectly controlled. Feelings are a risk she can’t afford.

Jace Moreno (22) is the campus hockey star: fast, fearless, charming—and infamous for skating the edge of every rule. On the ice, he’s a genius. In class, he’s a mess. With his grades tanking, he’s about to lose eligibility, his season, and the future he’s never admitted he wants.

When Addison is assigned to tutor Jace, it should be strictly professional. But late-night study sessions, lingering looks, and a deal that gets way too personal blur every boundary. Addison helps Jace save his eligibility. Jace pushes Addison to stop living for everyone else—PR, sponsors, and her father’s expectations. What starts as tutoring turns into temptation. What starts as control turns into craving.

Then rumors hit. PR tightens the leash. Sponsors demand “family values.” A campus gossip account drops hints that sound like proof. Suddenly, their secret isn’t just dangerous—it’s explosive. Addison risks her future and her father’s reputation. Jace risks his place on the team. And one wrong move could cost them everything.

The Power Play – Rules aren’t everything delivers high tension, sharp banter, emotional vulnerability, and spice with clear consent—all leading to a satisfying HEA.