Denver Stampede Series by Stephanie Kay

Being the center of attention is the worst but being the center of his world feels pretty damn good.Cora Monroe has spent her life in the spotlight thanks to her family's name, and a tragedy that devastated her. She's always hated the attention, but never more so than when her last relationship blew up in her face, and in the media. All she wants is to lay low. But she's at loose ends and not even her career brings her joy anymore... moreBeing the center of attention is the worst but being the center of his world feels pretty damn good.Cora Monroe has spent her life in the spotlight thanks to her family's name, and a tragedy that devastated her. She's always hated the attention, but never more so than when her last relationship blew up in her face, and in the media. All she wants is to lay low. But she's at loose ends and not even her career brings her joy anymore. Until she catches a glimpse of the most gorgeous man she's ever seen, just as the elevator doors close.Nathan Talbot is a solid second-line hockey player who's finally getting his shot as captain of the new expansion team. He's determined to prove he's up to the task of leading a team. That means keeping his attention on the ice, not on the owner's beautiful and intriguing sister.Once they meet face-to-face, the spark between them is instantaneous and neither of them can—or wants to—resist. But all eyes are on Nate. A relationship with him would thrust Cora right back in the public eye, the last place she wants to be. And Nate can't afford to blow his big chance. If he was smart he'd walk away. But every time he sees her, being smart seems overrated. He just wants her.Can Cora ignore the media frenzy and grab onto happiness with both hands or will she let the doors slide shut again and walk away alone? less

What if falling for my best friend is the best Christmas gift ever?Harper Cameron's life is a mess. Her temp job just ended and now her boyfriend's dumped her a week and a half before Christmas. In desperate need of cheering up, she heads to a hockey game. The Denver Stampede is the visiting team and her childhood best friend is one of their top defensemen... moreWhat if falling for my best friend is the best Christmas gift ever?Harper Cameron's life is a mess. Her temp job just ended and now her boyfriend's dumped her a week and a half before Christmas. In desperate need of cheering up, she heads to a hockey game. The Denver Stampede is the visiting team and her childhood best friend is one of their top defensemen. Their relationship has been strained recently, but her mood instantly lifts when he spots her in the stands and flashes his signature boyish grin.Connor Horton has everything he's ever wanted---great teammates, an awesome condo, and the best friend a guy could ask for. So great that even though he's carried a torch for her since high school, he's never been willing to risk their friendship. When they catch up after the game, he knows he’s not ready to let her go, and invites her to come back to Denver with him until the holiday break.Ten days away from her life in Edmonton is exactly what Harper needs. But ten days in close quarters with Connor stirs up more than she bargained for and it hits her that she has feelings for her bestie that have nothing to do with friendship. He's always been her rock. Now she's wondering if he could be a whole lot more.Will this destroy their lifelong friendship or will they finally find their way home to love? less

Can a sugar-adverse grumpy hockey player win a sweet and sassy baker's heart?Anna Martin has awesome friends and a successful bakery, but her life imploded when her fiancé ran off with his dental hygienist. She's over it, but the last thing she wants is a relationship. When her besties buy her a date with Santa at the Stampede charity auction, she agrees to go. It’s ice skating and hot cocoa, for a good cause. Plus she'll never turn down chocolate.Nick St... moreCan a sugar-adverse grumpy hockey player win a sweet and sassy baker's heart?Anna Martin has awesome friends and a successful bakery, but her life imploded when her fiancé ran off with his dental hygienist. She's over it, but the last thing she wants is a relationship. When her besties buy her a date with Santa at the Stampede charity auction, she agrees to go. It’s ice skating and hot cocoa, for a good cause. Plus she'll never turn down chocolate.Nick St. John, annoyingly referred to as Santa by his teammates, is anything but jolly. He's far more bitter than sweet—he even hates sugar. He has no time for dates or anything else that isn’t hockey.Their charity date is a disaster, so why can't Nick get Anna off his mind? He remembers what a wreck he was when his ex called things off. He's kept his heart on ice for eight long years, but the only things Anna's icing are baked goods. She's...happy. And her warmth, her intoxicating smile—everything about her has him melting in every possible way. He’s falling for her. She wants him. Will they risk their hearts and give in to love or will they freeze each other out?Tropes:Grumpy/sunshineOpposites AttractEpic banterTeam shenanigans less

He’s only supposed to slip one past the goalie on the ice… Ally Hartnell always has a plan. She has a job she loves, great friends and a wonderful family. Life is perfect. Until a pregnancy test—or five—show up positive. Having a baby wasn’t part of the plan, but now becoming a mom is her only focus. And she doesn’t need the father’s help. But it would be polite to at least let him know. Domenic Tremblay is going into his second season with the Denver Stampede and loving his new team... moreHe’s only supposed to slip one past the goalie on the ice… Ally Hartnell always has a plan. She has a job she loves, great friends and a wonderful family. Life is perfect. Until a pregnancy test—or five—show up positive. Having a baby wasn’t part of the plan, but now becoming a mom is her only focus. And she doesn’t need the father’s help. But it would be polite to at least let him know. Domenic Tremblay is going into his second season with the Denver Stampede and loving his new team. His childhood was rough, but hockey is his found family. He's content focusing on his game and having a good time. Settling down? Being a dad? Not on his radar. When Ally shows up on his doorstep, it's not for one of their memorable strings-free hookups. She's pregnant. Very pregnant. And he's freaked out. He knew he should have kept his hands---and everything else---to himself. She's his old teammate's little sister FFS. Now there are strings everywhere. Once he pulls his head out of his ass, he knows he can't let her walk away. Given his family history, he has no business being a father, but he's always wanted Ally in his life. Convincing her to move to Denver takes some doing, and a lot of conditions: roommates, future co-parents, absolutely no funny business. But plans don't always stay on track. First came lust, here comes a baby. Could love be on its way? Tropes: Accidental Pregnancy Forced Proximity Second Chances Found Family Slow Burn He falls first Steamy banter less