Andrei Sokolov has been my best friend for as long as I can remember.
We have played defense together since peewee hockey. We have been inseparable through every game, every road trip, and every bad decision. Now we are back for our sophomore year at Northwood U, living in the same team house, chasing the same championship dreams, and stuck in the middle of a brand new mess. The Arctic Titans have been turned into the stars of a season-long docu-series, and apparently, I am the Ladies’ Man. Andrei is the Bad Boy Defenseman. We are supposed to play it up for the cameras, but being told who to be makes me itch. And when the edits start leaning into our so-called bromance, things get complicated.
Lately, I’ve been unable to stop noticing the way Andrei looks at me when the cameras are not rolling. Or the way I have started looking back. One kiss turns into a secret. A secret turns into late-night skates, empty locker rooms, and moments that feel too much like falling in love. And the closer we get, the harder it is to pretend it is just friendship. Andrei says sneaking around costs him too much. I cannot risk losing what we already have. But with the whole world watching, I am running out of ways to hide what is real. It may be time to give them a storyline worth streaming.
‘Arctic Titans of Northwood U’ is an engaging series that captures the essence of friendship, love, and the challenges of self-acceptance. Book eight, which stands independently, provides a unique glimpse into the lives of a hockey team filled with characters who are both relatable and complex. This book is a heartwarming journey that intertwines sports, sexuality, and the pressure of public scrutiny.
The ‘Arctic Titans’ are chosen for a documentary series. This decision thrusts their everyday lives into the limelight, forcing them to navigate a new world filled with cameras and probing questions. For the players, particularly Andrei, it poses a massive challenge. He finds that his long-hidden feelings for his best friend, Griffin, are becoming increasingly difficult to conceal in such an open environment. As viewers tune in to their ‘bromance,’ the boundaries between friendship and a more profound love begin to blur.
This book has wonderful character development and emotional depth. The ‘Arctic Titans’ are not just hockey players; they are individuals grappling with their identities, relationships, and the societal expectations thrust upon them. From heartwarming moments of camaraderie to intense emotional confrontations, the story beautifully illustrates the complexity of modern relationships. You will be drawn into a narrative that is as much about personal growth as it is about love.
About The Author
Hayden Hall writes MM romance novels. He is a boyfriend, a globetrotter, and an avid romance reader. Hayden’s mission is to author a catalog of captivating and steamy MM romance novels that gather a devoted community around the Happily Ever Afters. His stories are sweet but naughty.
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