Max Vaughn was the hottest defenseman in the league, but now, he's the Seattle Revenge's, the newest expansion team, hottest coach.
When his baby sister fell for his biggest rival and the captain of the Revenge, he nearly lost his temper and his job. But, Sophia, his sister's sexy, and way too young for him, best friend talked him down and saved him. Then they shared one devastatingly hot kiss.
But now? She's doing everything she can do to tempt him to cross the line he's drawn, then pushing him away. Flirting with his players. Being incredibly sexy sassy, and driving him crazy. Not to mention her damn kitten is determined to plan his demise.
Sophia knows the danger of falling for a hockey player. Been there, done that. Threw away the T-shirt. Flings, sure. But relationships? Nope. And she knows Max Vaughn is the type of guy she could never just have one night with.
She grew up with a mini-hockey team of older and younger brothers and loves the game, the Revenge, and the fans.
Her job as the head of the Venge Hype Team with the Revenge put her best friend's older brother, and head coach, in the direct line of vision. The hottest now retired defenseman in the league that she fantasized about before she met him. Even as she tries to stay away, she can't forget the one kiss they shared that's forever seared into her memory.
Workplace romances, especially with a hockey player, retired or not, never work. And dating your best friend's brother? Not a good idea.
Can they resist the pull between them, or will their chemistry be so hot it melts the ice?
Power Play Off the Ice. Hockey, romance, and action so hot, it melts the ice!
Ariana can be found getting her Zen on while doing yoga, going for a run, or having a bourbon on Saturday nights while plotting the lives of her characters as they whisper and sometimes yell in her ear.
She lives her own Happily Ever After with her amazing husband, who shares her love of racing, comic books, and Firefly, along with her two spirited also amazing boys who love reading books under a blanket just as much as she does!
Power Play Off the Ice. Hockey, romance, and action so hot, it melts the ice! This is the 3rd book to this series of 7 different novellas by 6 different authors.
Sophia and Max "Iceman" had a one night stand. Max is a retired hockey player. Now he is a hockey coach. Sophia is 10 years younger than Max, and she is head of the Venge hype team. She knew Max wasn't a guy she only wanted a one night stand with so she tries everything to make him jealous even when she has her guard up. While she is flirtin with all the hockey players. Max is Sophia's best friend of 6 months, Jules, big brother. This is a very cute Novella and I can't wait to read the rest in this lil Power Play series. I can't wait to read bout Oliver in Novella 7.
Ariana St Claire is one of my favorite non dark romance authors. Her books are usually short, sweet, spicy and so so good and this one was no different. She always a good romance. The chemistry and the push pull between Max and Sophia is everything. Definitely another one I recommend from Ariana.
What can I say about Ariana that I haven’t already said. This book is 🔥🔥!! I am usually pretty good about keeping a chill face while reading at the gym but “mine” totally ruined that (ifykyk)! Max and Sophia are full of banter and spice! I love her worlds! If you have never read her books this is your sign!! Ariana St. Claire is a must read!
Meet Max Vaughn, the hottest defenseman turned coach for the Seattle Revenge, the newest expansion team in the league. He’s got it all – the skills, the looks, and now, the title of coach. But things get complicated when his baby sister falls for his biggest rival, the team captain. Just when he’s about to lose his cool (and his job), Sophia – his sister’s best friend and the incredibly tempting vixen – steps in and saves the day with one scorching hot kiss that neither of them can forget.
Sophia knows the danger of getting involved with a hockey player. She’s been there, done that, and has no plans for a repeat performance. But with her job as the head of the Venge Hype Team, avoiding Max is impossible. Their chemistry? Off the charts! 😍🔥 She tries to resist, but Max is just too irresistible, even as her kitten plots his demise!
Can they resist the magnetic pull between them? Or will their sizzling chemistry melt the ice?
This book is a rollercoaster of emotions with romance, action, and enough heat to keep you hooked from start to finish. And let's talk about the Sharpie kink – it's unique and adds an intense layer of intimacy between Max and Sophia. Ariana St. Claire never fails to deliver must-read stories, and this one is no exception!
If you’re a fan of hockey romances that blend humor, heat, and heart, Puck Me Harder is an absolute must-read! 🏒❤️🔥
Puck Me Harder is a contemporary, grumpy/sunshine, best friend's brother, age-gap, hockey romance featuring Max Vaughn and Sophia LeCavalier.
Sophia grew up with three hockey playing brothers so she came by her crush on Max quite naturally. When the two found themselves in the same bar one night, and there was a mutual attraction, they agreed to one night together, no names. Sophia knew who he was, of course, but was not interested in a relationship, and certainly not with a hockey player. She knew from experience that they were bad news.
When she accepted a job with Seattle Revenge's Hype Team, she has to see Max regularly. Not only is he the head coach, but he also happens to be her best friend's older brother. Sophia however rocked his world, and he wants more. He loves her sass and her spirit, and is keen to make her his.
This spicy book is a fun and easy read. Max is very possessive without being controlling. I love that. "Watching" Sophia play, tease and taunt his was entertaining. The characters are very likable, and there were some humorous scenes. I would definitely recommend checking it out.
Hot Man-check, Gorgeous Woman-check, Off the Charts Chemistry that they want to deny - check
Max takes the Broody, Domineering Male type to another level when it comes to Sophia.
Sophia has sworn off Men and especially Hockey Players after a not so pleasant relationship with another Player on a different team.
Max took the Coaching job with the Revenge Team after hanging up his Skates and is out to prove to everyone that he will earn the name Coach when it comes to running the team and getting them as far as they can in the Championship.
Sophia is Best friends with Max's sister Jules and doesn't want Jules to know how big the Crush is that she has on her Older brother never mind that the Chemistry they have between the two of them is off the charts! He does things to her that no one else ever has and if Max has his way, no one else ever will again.
When Max goes in, he goes all in and won't let anyone stand in his way as you will discover when you read through the book.
A really Hot read that will have you fanning yourself and needing to cool down!
Puck Me Harder follows the story of Sophia, who hails from a family deeply embedded in hockey, and Max, a retired hockey star turned professional coach. Despite their ten-plus year age gap, there's an undeniable connection between them. Max also happens to be Sophia’s best friend’s older brother.
Their paths cross one night, and though Sophia already knew who Max was, they shared a passionate evening without exchanging names or personal details. Now, fate has brought them together to work closely, and the spark between them is impossible to ignore.
Sophia has built walls around her heart, but Max might just be the one to break them down. As their relationship evolves, questions arise: Will their connection turn into something more meaningful? How will Max's sister and Sophia's best friend react if they find out?
You'll need to read this quick, steamy, and stormy tale, filled with passion and a touch of revenge, to find out!
Sophia has grown up around hockey. Her brothers play and she’s dated a player in the past. That only lead to heartbreak, so she’s determined not to actually catch feelings for her hockey crush, Max. Max also happens to be her best friend’s older brother and the coach of the Seattle Revenge, the team they both work for. When a one night stand isn’t enough for either of them, they struggle to stay away from one another.
I loved this book! I love a good hockey romance and Ariana St. Claire writes some of the best! Max and Sophia are perfect for one another! I also loved Storm’s little epilogue! Thank you Ariana St. Claire for this ARC! My review is mine and freely given!
Ariana has started this book super hot 🥵 and I was all over it. Loved this Ice Hockey Romance. Sophia is starting new life after her betrayal by her brothers best friend and hockey player. Max has always been her hockey crush and way too old for her. When she thought she could get past old hurt and have a one night stand with Max and save her heart, she was wrong. It was no name and just fun. Max couldn't believe the hot young woman that was in his arm, even though she is too young for him. He was going to enjoy the night. Only problem he wants more and she was no where to be found the next morning. Soon he finds out who she is and turns out she is BFF with his younger sister. They have a lot of back and forth as she is resisting and he is being relentless in winning her. Loved his grumpy and possessive attitude. The way he made sure she knew he was his 🥵. Read and enjoy all the humour, witty banter, emotions and hot encounters. Can't wait for Oliver's story.
Puck Me Harder by Ariana St. Claire is a quick, steamy, easy to read hockey romance that starts with a spicy scene at the get go. I pretty much inhaled this book in just a few hours.
I love the challenging banter between Sophia and Max. I love Sophia's taunts and antics to get under Max's skin. I love Max's dirty talk and growls. His manipulations to oust any other men's attempts at winning Sophia's heart. He's possessiveness is off the charts and I love every minute of it. The black Sharpie pen is genius!!! I'm tempted to give my hubby one for him to use. "Mine!"
Daisy the cat and her torturous dislike for Max and vice versa... Only for Max to fall in love with Stormy... swoon...Max's revenge on her ex-boyfriend... the team's comradery and solidarity... Max's list... oh my goodness! It's all just so perfect.
Grumpy hockey coach meets sassy ball of sunshine. Did I mention he’s her best friend’s older brother? Everything about Max and Sophia is hot enough to melt the ice. If you read Spicy Puck, you’ll have some insight to these MCs—and if you haven’t read Spicy Puck… you should 🤣
If Ariana writes it, you know I’m going to read it. And trust me when I say Puck Me Harder was a labor of love. Ari worked tirelessly to bring this amazing story to fruition, and her efforts have paid off in spades… or, blades? Sorry, I know, bad hockey joke. Anywho, I absolutely loved this book so much and how could I not? Age gap, forced proximity, one-night stand, and a Sharpie kink. Yes, you read that correctly 😏 New kink unlocked—just saying✅
One of the promo pieces that always caught my eye was the "never look at sharpies the same way". And well...my mind is a little dirty, so I was dang curious. Now, it's a little cleaner but so much more fun and sexy. Now...I want someone to claim me this way.
On top of it all, Sophia got to AHEM , a lot with her favorite star player who is now a steamy coach. Did I mention how dang hot I found that? Because not only do you have that with Grumpy Pants, but he's also older, and all growly and it's just so sexy! And when the past is overcome to find that...so much better.
It's an absolute great novella that takes some past hurt and mixes it with a new love...one that was wished but not foreseen and just makes one go "ohhh".
Short, spicy, banter, emotions - all the feels. Max and Sophia's story was so good! One thing to note about Ariana's books - she will have scenes that live rent free in your head for ages to come. I will never be able to look at a sharpie - without thinking of this book (IYKYK). She is definitely a once click author for me. This story had all my favorite tropes - age gap, best friend's brother, workplace...I loved how Max knew what he wanted and went for it - no holds bar and was willing to wait for her to come around. Sophia had her reasons for trying to resist but when she finally came to - perfection. Mine - Everything - Max is total Alpha!! Also - hats off for the kitties.
Sophia works for a hockey team, she knows all the in’s and outs of the game, and the players. She’s done it and she’s not gonna do it again. In comes Max the team’s coach and her best friend’s brother. They have way to much chemistry and way too much fight between them and that obviously brings in the heat in every interaction. One encounter brings all these feelings Sophia had bottled up and she has difficulty dealing with. It’s up to Max to make a play, break her and his walls down to get his girl. All the action in this book is fully entertaining, plus you get a little reminder of other characters which is always fun.
Sophia is a long time hockey fan, it runs in her blood. All her brothers play. Now as an adult she's moved from home to find her way in the hockey world without their shadows influencing everything. Max is a hockey player turned head coach and Sophia's long time crush. The first time they meet officially is in a bar. But they have another connection. He's her best friend's brother. What will happen when one night isn't enough? What will her best friend think? Will there be a HEA?
Overall this Novella was nice. Max was steaming. And Sophia was a tough female lead. There was some errors that should have been caught by a editor before being released. Chapter 5 starts off in Sophia POV but changes to Max without warning. Chapter 12….is it Liam Shaw or Levi Shaw?? “Liam Shaw and my big brother went to college together,.....” “Levi was the first of my brother's friends that didn't treat me like either I wasn't there or like I was a sixteen year old nuisance…..” In the Epilogue is says “The arena wet silent….” Should be “went”.
Ariana St. Claire spices up hockey romance like no other. Max, a retired player, now coach, has a one night stand with his sister's best friend Sophia, but she now has her walls up and flirts with his players. So what in the world is happening and why can't he stop thinking about her? Find out, in this short yet exciting story with hockey jealousy, banter, and love at its finest.
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Sophia comes from a family of hockey stars. Her favorite fantasy player is Max Vaughn. She gets a chance to hook up with Max and decides to take the opportunity. Just this once for more reasons than not. The chemistry is off the charts. Did I mention he’s also older, yup hot age gap. Now the kicker. Not only do they work for,the same team but his sister is her best friend and neighbor. See where things are going. Yup it’s going to get interesting. Pick it up and read away for all the juice. Can’t wait for the next story in this series. Enjoy
Puck Me Harder, book 3 of the Power Play Off The Ice series, (part of Seattle Rvenge) by Ariana St Claire @authorarianastclaire. First off, I am a fan of Ariana’s & this book was no different!
I loved this book about Max & Sophia! I loved Max & his Sharpie. 😂 This was an MF, lighthearted, OTT MMC, quasi-sneaking around, no “other” drama, & BFFs brother, then you'll love this book.
OMG OMG OMG THIS BOOK!!! First off any book that references Top Gun is a FAVE in my eyes!! And Max and Sophia are HOT HOT HOTTTTTT!!! Man do I love a possessive MMC and Max definitely delivers!! I love the Sharpie kink and love how they use that to express some major feelings between the two of them. Will definitely be reading more of this set!!
Ariana St. Claire has done it again. What a fantastic read. I enjoy a great hockey romance story. This story had enough of everything for this reader. I loved the characters of Max and Sophia. This story definitely keeps the readers interest. I enjoyed the banter between these two and the chemistry. I just really enjoyed this story.
This one night stand turned into so much more than either of them expected. I love the possessive determination Max had, chasing Sophia. He broke down her walls in the best way.
Also, I'll never be able to look at a Sharpie without thinking of this book. Thanks, Ari.
This book was amazing. Max and Sophia are fire together. These two are quite the pair with tons of chemistry plus lots of spice between them. This is a page turner that'll have you turning pages from start to finish.
This was a fun, short, age gap, hockey romance. He was her brothers best friend & she knew exactly who he was during their one night together, while he was completely clueless. It's the setup for a fun sports romance that will leave you breathless!
Best friend's older brother with a touch of possessive jealousy and a little bit of scheming - can't go wrong really! This is a great addition to the Seattle Revenge series and Ari's interconnected world.
This book got me with some of my fav tropes! Brothers best friend, age gap, grumpy/sassy sunshine! The banter between Max & Sophia was such fun to read but the possessiveness got me everytime! Max’s possessiveness of Sophia was swoon worthy & made me love the characters even more.