Jonah
I’m minding my own business when he struts into our locker room. His confidence and sex appeal in his fitted suit and million-dollar smile are undeniable. After picking my jaw off the floor, I collect myself. I need to find out more about him. Do I follow him around? Yes. Do I make a fool of myself? Maybe. While celebrating a win at the gay bar, my temper flares when I see him with another man. Do I dare take a chance?
Ryan
The first day at my new coaching job, he’s there. A winger whose dark hair and light blue eyes have me stumbling over my first words to the team. Personal relations with players aren’t allowed. But he plays offense and I coach defense, so does it count? Everywhere I go, he’s there. Tempting me. My resolve is crumbling and I’m struggling to keep my distance. When he catches me at a gay bar in a compromising position, it’s game over. Can we keep this hidden?
Christie Gordon has quickly become one of my favorite m/m romance authors, and her latest release, ‘Crossing Lines,’ only solidifies her status. As the second book in the new college hockey series, Desert Ice Hockey, this novel continues to follow a group of queer hockey players known as The Squad. Gordon’s talent for entwining heartache, pain, and love keeps readers deeply engrossed in the story and its characters.
This installment focuses on Johan, a member of The Squad, and Ryan, the new coach for the team. As their paths intertwine, they each battle their demons while searching for a happy ever after. Gordon’s portrayal of their journey is both relatable and heart-wrenching, making you root for them on and off the ice.
One of the remarkable aspects of Christie Gordon’s storytelling is her ability to evoke a wide range of emotions. From the initial struggles to the ultimate triumphs, she captures the essence of life and growth through her characters’ experiences. In ‘Crossing Lines,’ you will find yourself cheering for Johan, Ryan, and the rest of The Squad as they develop both personally and as a team.
Despite the rollercoaster of emotions experienced throughout the book, readers can always count on a hopeful and happy ending in Gordon’s stories. ‘Crossing Lines’ delivers just that, leaving you with a sense of satisfaction and warmth. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to Christie Gordon’s work, this book proves to be an engrossing read, making you eagerly anticipate the next chapter in the Desert Ice Hockey series.
About The Author
Christie Gordon started writing gay and MM romance books after, finding Yaoi fanfiction by accident and falling in love with it. I’ve always had stories in my head and always enjoyed writing, so I decided to try my hand at, the genre and took up fiction writing classes at a local community college.
I published my first MM romance book with eXtasy Books back in 2009. I always, follow my muses wherever they take me, writing a mixture of paranormal, historical, and contemporary romances. I enjoy writing about men discovering themselves, overcoming obstacles, and finding love in the process, along with a happy ending.
My day job is in the high-tech industry with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Master’s in Business Administration. I currently live in the Phoenix, Arizona metro area but I’ve also lived in the Bay Area of California and grew up in Minnesota. If I’m not writing, I’m, watching boys love dramas or creating digital artwork. I’m also a mother of two young adult sons, whose antics keep me on my toes. My one-eyed rescue pug is always by my side, snoring the day away.
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