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Billionaire Situation #6
The Hockey Situation
Hating Patterson Cross is easy.
Keeping my hands off him? Not so much.
He's my ex-fiancé's identical twin brother, my father's star hockey player, and the man I've despised for years. That's three very good reasons I shouldn't ask Pattycakes to be my hookup for the season.
But I recklessly do it anyway.
To my surprise, my biggest hater says yes.
We agree to keep it secret. Behind closed doors, I'm his. In public, nothing changes. It's so much harder than it sounds. Because the more time I spend with Patterson, the more I realize hate was never the problem. It was just easier than admitting the truth.
The Hockey Situation is an enemies-to-lovers, forbidden, sports romance with a happily ever after! It can be read as a stand-alone. Included: spicy scenes and a cocky hockey star who's playing to win…her heart.
Keeping my hands off him? Not so much.
He's my ex-fiancé's identical twin brother, my father's star hockey player, and the man I've despised for years. That's three very good reasons I shouldn't ask Pattycakes to be my hookup for the season.
But I recklessly do it anyway.
To my surprise, my biggest hater says yes.
We agree to keep it secret. Behind closed doors, I'm his. In public, nothing changes. It's so much harder than it sounds. Because the more time I spend with Patterson, the more I realize hate was never the problem. It was just easier than admitting the truth.
The Hockey Situation is an enemies-to-lovers, forbidden, sports romance with a happily ever after! It can be read as a stand-alone. Included: spicy scenes and a cocky hockey star who's playing to win…her heart.
414 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication February 19, 2026
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February 15, 2026
ARC review
"The Hockey Situation" by Lyra Parish is part of the "Billionaire Situation" series but it can be read as a standalone.
I received an advance reader copy from the author.
Opinions from this review are completely my own.
This is a forbidden, sports romance between a hockey player and the coach's daughter (that is also his twin brother's ex-fiancée).
Patterson and Kendall try to hate each other, but they actually had feelings for each other for years.
There is so much chemistry between them and it is very hard for them to stay away from each other.
Even if they have many reasons why they should not be together, they soon end up secretly hooking up.
I have to say that this is one of the spiciest books in the series.
Considering that they knew each other for years it did not bother me that there was not a slow burn situation.
This was a quick read for me, even if the book is over 400 pages, because I enjoyed the story.
I don't want to spoil anything, but I liked the way Patterson handled the situation with her father and the team.
Also, I liked that there was another set of twins and they switch places at one point.
Even of it is not my favorite in the series, I had a good time reading this story and I cannot wait to read about "The Royal Situation" after the sneak peek from the end.
"The Hockey Situation" by Lyra Parish is part of the "Billionaire Situation" series but it can be read as a standalone.
I received an advance reader copy from the author.
Opinions from this review are completely my own.
This is a forbidden, sports romance between a hockey player and the coach's daughter (that is also his twin brother's ex-fiancée).
Patterson and Kendall try to hate each other, but they actually had feelings for each other for years.
There is so much chemistry between them and it is very hard for them to stay away from each other.
Even if they have many reasons why they should not be together, they soon end up secretly hooking up.
I have to say that this is one of the spiciest books in the series.
Considering that they knew each other for years it did not bother me that there was not a slow burn situation.
This was a quick read for me, even if the book is over 400 pages, because I enjoyed the story.
I don't want to spoil anything, but I liked the way Patterson handled the situation with her father and the team.
Also, I liked that there was another set of twins and they switch places at one point.
Even of it is not my favorite in the series, I had a good time reading this story and I cannot wait to read about "The Royal Situation" after the sneak peek from the end.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you so much Lyra Parish for sending me this ARC!
The Hockey Situation is another incredible Romantic Comedy book from one of my favorite rom-com writers and omg this book was everything I hoped for and more, hilarious and with so many of my favorite tropes, I absolutely loved Kendall and Patterson’s story!
Kendall and Patterson have hated (and wanted) each other for years, but with her being his coach’s daughter and his twin brother’s ex-fiancée, Patterson knows she’s off limits. When Kendall is hired to paint each team member’s portrait, they are forced to spend time together and with them bickering and arguing every time they meet, they soon can’t ignore the tension between them and decide to become enemies with benefits, which proves harder than they expected when their old feelings resurface.
As always with Lyra’s books, I had so much fun with this one from literally page one and couldn’t stop reading this amazing and entertaining story. I was so curious about Kendall and Patterson after catching a glimpse of them in the previous book and they definitely didn’t disappoint, they hated each other so much and the enemies with benefits trope was written perfectly for them, I loved all their scenes, especially when they were bickering and doing anything possible to annoy each other which was hilarious at times and the jealousy scenes were perfection. The tension and angst between them were palpable and the banter had me grinning so much, these two were fire together and I loved every second I spent reading their story. And let me just say, the spicy scenes were *chief’s kiss* and had me blushing at times and have I already mentioned I love the enemies with benefits trope? Lyra really outdid herself with this book and I loved it so much. I also loved seeing familiar faces from other books and after that ending I’m so excited for The Royal Situation, I already know it’s going to be a lot of fun.
The Hockey Situation is an amazing rom-com book, I absolutely loved it and had a lot of fun reading it and recommend it to everyone. The next book can’t come soon enough!
The Hockey Situation is another incredible Romantic Comedy book from one of my favorite rom-com writers and omg this book was everything I hoped for and more, hilarious and with so many of my favorite tropes, I absolutely loved Kendall and Patterson’s story!
Kendall and Patterson have hated (and wanted) each other for years, but with her being his coach’s daughter and his twin brother’s ex-fiancée, Patterson knows she’s off limits. When Kendall is hired to paint each team member’s portrait, they are forced to spend time together and with them bickering and arguing every time they meet, they soon can’t ignore the tension between them and decide to become enemies with benefits, which proves harder than they expected when their old feelings resurface.
As always with Lyra’s books, I had so much fun with this one from literally page one and couldn’t stop reading this amazing and entertaining story. I was so curious about Kendall and Patterson after catching a glimpse of them in the previous book and they definitely didn’t disappoint, they hated each other so much and the enemies with benefits trope was written perfectly for them, I loved all their scenes, especially when they were bickering and doing anything possible to annoy each other which was hilarious at times and the jealousy scenes were perfection. The tension and angst between them were palpable and the banter had me grinning so much, these two were fire together and I loved every second I spent reading their story. And let me just say, the spicy scenes were *chief’s kiss* and had me blushing at times and have I already mentioned I love the enemies with benefits trope? Lyra really outdid herself with this book and I loved it so much. I also loved seeing familiar faces from other books and after that ending I’m so excited for The Royal Situation, I already know it’s going to be a lot of fun.
The Hockey Situation is an amazing rom-com book, I absolutely loved it and had a lot of fun reading it and recommend it to everyone. The next book can’t come soon enough!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I really don’t know what Lyra puts in her books but I hope she never stops. I was so excited for Patterson and Kendall’s story and man was it better than I expected. It’s taken top spot for my favorite book by her and is an easy 6 star read for me.
One thing I love about Lyra’s books is we get glimpses of past characters even if it’s in passing and of course we got that in this book in the form of a mention of Nick and Julie (if you haven’t read The Hook Situation you absolutely need to), with a short scene featuring Nick. And of course we got just enough of Addison and Louis to make us frothing at the mouth for their book.
I am a sucker for a sibling’s ex book, and adding in that Kendall is the daughter of Patterson’s coach the forbidden romance was two fold. Also the spice was absolutely chef’s kiss, and imo the spiciest book I’ve read by Lyra (and I’ve read quite a bit of her books).
I think what I love most about Kendall is she is not afraid to go toe to toe with Patterson, and they kind of feed off of each other. As the story progressed and we got more of their backstory we really got to see why they hated each other. And why Jamie will be on my shitlist for a long time (at least until we get his book 😉).
Patterson has some baggage when it comes to Kendall, and it’s understandable once you hear more about their story. And truthfully there is some stuff going on with his twin, Jamie. But I really him so much as a character.
This is an absolute must read. I loved the entire book, and it pulled me out of a funk, just to give me a horrible book hangover.
I read an ARC of this book. All opinions are my own.
One thing I love about Lyra’s books is we get glimpses of past characters even if it’s in passing and of course we got that in this book in the form of a mention of Nick and Julie (if you haven’t read The Hook Situation you absolutely need to), with a short scene featuring Nick. And of course we got just enough of Addison and Louis to make us frothing at the mouth for their book.
I am a sucker for a sibling’s ex book, and adding in that Kendall is the daughter of Patterson’s coach the forbidden romance was two fold. Also the spice was absolutely chef’s kiss, and imo the spiciest book I’ve read by Lyra (and I’ve read quite a bit of her books).
I think what I love most about Kendall is she is not afraid to go toe to toe with Patterson, and they kind of feed off of each other. As the story progressed and we got more of their backstory we really got to see why they hated each other. And why Jamie will be on my shitlist for a long time (at least until we get his book 😉).
Patterson has some baggage when it comes to Kendall, and it’s understandable once you hear more about their story. And truthfully there is some stuff going on with his twin, Jamie. But I really him so much as a character.
This is an absolute must read. I loved the entire book, and it pulled me out of a funk, just to give me a horrible book hangover.
I read an ARC of this book. All opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
"He unlocked the cage and set me free. I'll never be the same again ".
Lyra Parish has done it again! "The Hockey Situation" is book. 6 in the Billionaire Situation series but can be read as a standalone. I literally could not put this book down. I had to binge it. Wow. Patterson Cross what a man I loved him. This book has everything I loved in it from Enemies with Benefits to Coaches Daughter, Possessive Hero, all of the tropes were everything. 🙌 I devoured this story! The spice was hot that's all I will say, 🥵 I ate that right up! Such an incredible book!
Patterson Cross hates Kendall Hart, Coach's daughter. She was hired to draw portraits of the The New York Angels hockey team which brings her into Patterson's orbit again. These two literally hated each other with a passion until the passion won! Then, WOW, this man. He is possessive as heck and the banter is off the charts. The sneaking around was hot and I loved watching them both realize they were never coming back from this. It was an interesting spin where Kendal was engaged to Patterson's twin brother and the chaos that unfolds with all of that had me on the edge of my seat! As much as they claimed to hate each other in the beginning we soon realize they are each other's end game. I'm such a sucker when it comes to a possessive hockey player and Patterson Cross delivered! New favorite book boyfriend unlocked!
Tropes
-Hockey Romance
-Enemies with Benefits
-Ex's Brother
-Coaches Daughter
-Possessive Hero
-Hot Banter
-Secret Relationship
-He Falls First
-Sneaking Around
Lyra Parish has done it again! "The Hockey Situation" is book. 6 in the Billionaire Situation series but can be read as a standalone. I literally could not put this book down. I had to binge it. Wow. Patterson Cross what a man I loved him. This book has everything I loved in it from Enemies with Benefits to Coaches Daughter, Possessive Hero, all of the tropes were everything. 🙌 I devoured this story! The spice was hot that's all I will say, 🥵 I ate that right up! Such an incredible book!
Patterson Cross hates Kendall Hart, Coach's daughter. She was hired to draw portraits of the The New York Angels hockey team which brings her into Patterson's orbit again. These two literally hated each other with a passion until the passion won! Then, WOW, this man. He is possessive as heck and the banter is off the charts. The sneaking around was hot and I loved watching them both realize they were never coming back from this. It was an interesting spin where Kendal was engaged to Patterson's twin brother and the chaos that unfolds with all of that had me on the edge of my seat! As much as they claimed to hate each other in the beginning we soon realize they are each other's end game. I'm such a sucker when it comes to a possessive hockey player and Patterson Cross delivered! New favorite book boyfriend unlocked!
Tropes
-Hockey Romance
-Enemies with Benefits
-Ex's Brother
-Coaches Daughter
-Possessive Hero
-Hot Banter
-Secret Relationship
-He Falls First
-Sneaking Around
Review of advance copy received from Author
“I have months of pretending she doesn’t get under my skin. Whatever happened between us years ago should be ancient history by now, but it’s not, and I don’t know how to bury it when she keeps digging it back up. I need to get her out of my system, whatever it fucking takes, because I can’t keep doing this.”
The Hockey Situation | Lyra Parish | Billionaire Situation #6
Review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5, 🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
“When you touch me, I forget every reason why I can’t stand you.”
Read this if you love: enemies with benefits to lovers | ex’s brother | coach’s daughter | secret relationship | hockey romance | he fell first | “it’s always been you” | possessive hero | sassy artist heroine | billionaire
“The only person in that room I want is you.” Her voice drops to something raw and needy. “I’ve wanted you all f*cking night.” “I don’t share. Not with anyone and especially not with him.” “Then stop talking and take what’s yours.”
The hate in this one is so good! But so is the love. I didn’t think the enemies could get any bigger than Billie and Asher, but Patterson and Kendall have some hardcore hate. Of course in a romance comes the love part and that might be even stronger. Their banter is so good. Yet my favorite part was their connection and where they would inevitably end up. This entire series has been so good that I am not ready for it to end with the next one. Not even a little bit.
Thank you @lyraparish for the eARC. I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.
The Hockey Situation | Lyra Parish | Billionaire Situation #6
Review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5, 🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
“When you touch me, I forget every reason why I can’t stand you.”
Read this if you love: enemies with benefits to lovers | ex’s brother | coach’s daughter | secret relationship | hockey romance | he fell first | “it’s always been you” | possessive hero | sassy artist heroine | billionaire
“The only person in that room I want is you.” Her voice drops to something raw and needy. “I’ve wanted you all f*cking night.” “I don’t share. Not with anyone and especially not with him.” “Then stop talking and take what’s yours.”
The hate in this one is so good! But so is the love. I didn’t think the enemies could get any bigger than Billie and Asher, but Patterson and Kendall have some hardcore hate. Of course in a romance comes the love part and that might be even stronger. Their banter is so good. Yet my favorite part was their connection and where they would inevitably end up. This entire series has been so good that I am not ready for it to end with the next one. Not even a little bit.
Thank you @lyraparish for the eARC. I voluntarily read an early copy of this book.
February 18, 2026
I was lucky enough to be gifted an advanced copy of The Hockey Situation by Lyra Parish, thank you so much Lyra! I am someone who eagerly awaits the release of any of Lyra’s books, so getting to read this one a little early, feels like a dream come true!
The banter in this book is off the charts. I’m talking jaw dropping, wide eyed, thigh squeezing, HOT banter! Plus, it has one of my favourite tropes, enemies to lovers. The grip the banter had on me, the delicious spice that Lyra does oh so well, and characters I couldn’t help but root for, pushed this to a 6 ⭐️ read for me! I will be coming back to this book again and again and again.
The Hockey Situation is book six in the Billionaire Situation series, but can be read as a standalone novel. Patterson is the cocky pro-hockey player who is at the top of the league. Kendall is not only the coach’s daughter but also the ex-fiancée of Patterson’s twin brother. Her and Patterson have always openly hated each other. Well surprise! She has been hired to paint portraits of the team for the 50th anniversary so Kendall and Patterson are now forced to work together. Will they survive?
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tropes:
Hockey romance
Enemies with benefits
Ex’s twin brother
Coach’s daughter
Possessive hero
Hot banter
Secret relationship
Sneaking around
He falls first
Forced proximity
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Hockey Situation is the 6th book in the „Billionaire Situation“ series by author Lyra Parish but it can absolutely be read as a stand-alone.
This is a classic enemies-to-lovers-romance. Hockey star Patterson and Kendall (his coach‘s daughter) hate each other. Now they have to see each other a lot since painter Kendall was commissioned to paint portraits of all the players. The more time they spend together the more their hate turns to passion (or maybe more) but it is absolutely forbidden for a player to date the coach‘s daughter…
I have to admit that it took me quite a while to relate to both main characters. I though the way they kept insulting each other was not witty bantering but downright mean in the beginning. Once I read more about their backstories I liked them more and by then their relationship had progressed so I really enjoyed reading about it. I really liked how Patterson dealt with his brother and the coach and I have to say that I could not understand how those two were acting so childish.
All in all a very entertaining and spicy romance book.
Thank you Lyra Parish for giving me the opportunity to read an advance copy. All opinions are my own and I‘m leaving this review voluntarily.
This is a classic enemies-to-lovers-romance. Hockey star Patterson and Kendall (his coach‘s daughter) hate each other. Now they have to see each other a lot since painter Kendall was commissioned to paint portraits of all the players. The more time they spend together the more their hate turns to passion (or maybe more) but it is absolutely forbidden for a player to date the coach‘s daughter…
I have to admit that it took me quite a while to relate to both main characters. I though the way they kept insulting each other was not witty bantering but downright mean in the beginning. Once I read more about their backstories I liked them more and by then their relationship had progressed so I really enjoyed reading about it. I really liked how Patterson dealt with his brother and the coach and I have to say that I could not understand how those two were acting so childish.
All in all a very entertaining and spicy romance book.
Thank you Lyra Parish for giving me the opportunity to read an advance copy. All opinions are my own and I‘m leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Hockey Situation is another hilarious addition to the Billionaire Series. I’ve been excited for Patterson and Kendall’s enemies to lovers romance since they were mentioned in the last book. Their hate/love relationship was filled with so much tension and chemistry I could feel it while reading.
Kendall is the coaches daughter and the players and her have been sworn to stay away from each other. Getting an opportunity to paint the team portraits she jumps on it.
Patterson is the best goal scorer in the league and he makes no effort to hide how good he is. He’s charming with a massive ego, the one person who can bring him down a notch is his twin brother’s ex Kendall. They absolutely despise each other and constantly torment each other. But is it really hate?
Gaaaahhhh I’m obsessed with these 2! Their hatred banter is the best foreplay ever. As Their situation turns messy, heartbreaking and more secrets come out and the hate for each other turns nothing short of intense!
This series is just everything I have completely devoured every book in it🖤excited for what’s coming as well 😉🫣🫠
Review of advance copy received from Author
Oh Lyra Parish….you have done it again!! Book 6 in your Billionaire Situation series was just what I hoped it be. Hockey romance spice! We have the most eligible bachelor and hockey player Patterson Cross. He’s the MVP, has his eyes on the Stanley Cup and all of the sudden he’s surprised by the arrival of Kendall Hart, someone he was vying for six years before. There’s just a few issues, 1. He HATES her, 2. She’s his brother’s Ex and 3. She’s the coaches daughter! All signs point to what a bad idea pursing her is other than to make her miserable.
Kendall Hart is no stranger to the hockey world. Her dad is the head coach to New York’s team, she’s a talented artist presented with the chance to paint the New York Angels as part of an anniversary celebration for the team. There’s only one problem…Patterson Cross! There’s some undeniable chemistry between these two. What will she do with it? Is she there to test the waters, make him miserable?? Only time will tell.
I could read this over and over again!!
Tropes:
Enemies to lovers
Arrangement
Hockey romance
Ex’s brother
Coaches daughter
He falls first and falls hard
Kendall Hart is no stranger to the hockey world. Her dad is the head coach to New York’s team, she’s a talented artist presented with the chance to paint the New York Angels as part of an anniversary celebration for the team. There’s only one problem…Patterson Cross! There’s some undeniable chemistry between these two. What will she do with it? Is she there to test the waters, make him miserable?? Only time will tell.
I could read this over and over again!!
Tropes:
Enemies to lovers
Arrangement
Hockey romance
Ex’s brother
Coaches daughter
He falls first and falls hard
February 17, 2026
The Hockey Situation delivers exactly what you would love in this enemies-to-lovers trope: high heat, lots of angst, high emotional stakes, and a romance that feels both messy and inevitable.
If you love hockey romances with forbidden tension, explosive chemistry, and a “this is a terrible idea but I need you anyway” dynamic — this one will wreck you in the best way.
Kendall has been gone for five years since her engagement with Patterson’s twin ended. She returns to town on a contract to draw intimate portraits of the local pro hockey team — including Patterson.
Their reunion?
Ice cold. Hostile. Sharp enough to cut skin.
They genuinely cannot stand each other. The resentment is real. Patterson believes she shattered his brother. And Kendall has her motives for taking on the job . Every conversation turns into a fight.
And yet…
The chemistry that flickered years ago when she was with the wrong brother? It never died.
It detonates.
Easily one of the strongest enemies-to-lovers I’ve read in a long time.
Not suitable for work.
Not suitable for emotional stability.
Absolutely worth it. 🔥
If you love hockey romances with forbidden tension, explosive chemistry, and a “this is a terrible idea but I need you anyway” dynamic — this one will wreck you in the best way.
Kendall has been gone for five years since her engagement with Patterson’s twin ended. She returns to town on a contract to draw intimate portraits of the local pro hockey team — including Patterson.
Their reunion?
Ice cold. Hostile. Sharp enough to cut skin.
They genuinely cannot stand each other. The resentment is real. Patterson believes she shattered his brother. And Kendall has her motives for taking on the job . Every conversation turns into a fight.
And yet…
The chemistry that flickered years ago when she was with the wrong brother? It never died.
It detonates.
Easily one of the strongest enemies-to-lovers I’ve read in a long time.
Not suitable for work.
Not suitable for emotional stability.
Absolutely worth it. 🔥
Review of advance copy received from Author
What an amazing couple - Patterson and Kendall 🩷🏒
I was so excited to read this story, as not only was this a series that I adore (and can’t get enough of) but it was a hockey story as well.
For these two reasons alone it was a win, win for me and I was in my happy place as I started reading this story.
Patterson and Kendall came alive on the page and I could feel the tension, the anger and sparring that they engaged in each time they met.
Their history was complicated and their hatred for each other was next level but the underlying attraction was also so hot.🔥
Will the agreement they enter into dampen or fuel the fire that is burning within them?
Will it all come crashing down around them once revealed?
I loved the storyline especially the sports side of it, all of the characters, the banter within the hockey team, the game highlights, the tension, the secrets, the spice and most importantly the love and the need to stick by each other no matter what happens.
A story I did not want to end that excitingly teases us and leads the way to Addison’s story.
Can’t wait.
Worth so much more than 5 stars.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️+
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I was so excited to read this story, as not only was this a series that I adore (and can’t get enough of) but it was a hockey story as well.
For these two reasons alone it was a win, win for me and I was in my happy place as I started reading this story.
Patterson and Kendall came alive on the page and I could feel the tension, the anger and sparring that they engaged in each time they met.
Their history was complicated and their hatred for each other was next level but the underlying attraction was also so hot.🔥
Will the agreement they enter into dampen or fuel the fire that is burning within them?
Will it all come crashing down around them once revealed?
I loved the storyline especially the sports side of it, all of the characters, the banter within the hockey team, the game highlights, the tension, the secrets, the spice and most importantly the love and the need to stick by each other no matter what happens.
A story I did not want to end that excitingly teases us and leads the way to Addison’s story.
Can’t wait.
Worth so much more than 5 stars.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️+
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Review of advance copy received from Author
Patterson is a hockey player for the New York Angels and Kendall is Patterson’s coach’s daughter, who is back from Europe to do a series of portraits of the players for the arena. Kendall is also Patterson’s ex-fiancée. Kendall and Patterson have hated and secretly wanted each other for years.
Since Kendall’s doing the portraits, the two of them are forced to spend time together and with all of the arguing every time they meet, they can’t ignore the tension between them. They decide to be a sort of enemies with benefits, which is harder than they thought when their old feelings for each other surface.
There were times were their hate for each other was too much, there was too much tension between them at times.
I loved their secret relationship and the forbidden aspects so much, that being said, I think Kendall’s dad blew it way out of proportion when he caught them. And I do like how Patterson handled the situation.
Kendall and Patterson were absolutely fire together; I thought all the spicy scenes were chef's kiss. I enjoyed the banter between the characters and the friendships that they have.
Since Kendall’s doing the portraits, the two of them are forced to spend time together and with all of the arguing every time they meet, they can’t ignore the tension between them. They decide to be a sort of enemies with benefits, which is harder than they thought when their old feelings for each other surface.
There were times were their hate for each other was too much, there was too much tension between them at times.
I loved their secret relationship and the forbidden aspects so much, that being said, I think Kendall’s dad blew it way out of proportion when he caught them. And I do like how Patterson handled the situation.
Kendall and Patterson were absolutely fire together; I thought all the spicy scenes were chef's kiss. I enjoyed the banter between the characters and the friendships that they have.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Patterson Cross has popped up here and there over the course of the Billionaires series and I was absolutely giddy to hear he was getting a book!! Ate this up is an understatement - This little hate thing hes got going on with his coach's daughter is as complicated as it comes. First up, she's off limits... she's the coach's daughter! Then there's the taboo of Kendall being his brothers ex, but not just an ex, an ex-fiancee... and not just a brother, his identical twin brother.... and just to throw it all in there, Kendall's BBF is Addison, little sister to the twin Cross brothers. Tensions run high, really high and as much as they hate each other, they can't stay away. When it all implodes, because let me tell you, it REALLY implodes, there is a major hockey situation to be had - on and off the ice! A must read, another brilliant addition to the Billionaires Situation series.
I voluntarily reviewed a free advance copy of this book provided by the author. The opinions expressed are my own
I voluntarily reviewed a free advance copy of this book provided by the author. The opinions expressed are my own
Review of advance copy received from Author
WOO-EE. These two have been THROUGH IT. Patterson and Kendall were once friends, then almost family, and now, they are strictly enemies. One look at each other and they're furious, they cannot even stand to be in the same space without throwing insults and glares... but they say the line between love and hate is so very thin. Forced to spend time together and instructed to "play nice" with each other is a challenge for both of them, but the more time they're together, the harder it is to deny that the line they've been walking might actually be of another kind. I felt their emotions with them, the anger, joy, laughter and tears. Their banter is fantastic and their chemistry and heat are off the charts HOT. I love how hard they fight for their HEA, standing for what they want and not letting others destroy their happiness. Great addition to the series (plus, hockey - YAY!!!) and I'm looking forward to Addison's story next! Definitely recommend!!
I voluntarily read an advance copy of this book.
I voluntarily read an advance copy of this book.
February 18, 2026
📚 ARC Review 📚
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Releasing 2/19!!
OH. MY. GOD. First of all, let me just say, the way I screamed when I got the email that I was going to receive this ARC. I almost blacked out from excitement. Thank you so so much @lyraparish for allowing me to read & review this early for you.
On to the goods. Y’all……Pattycakes can get IT!!! 🥵🥵
This one was so so good and honestly I didn’t expect anything less. @lyraparish you are a goddess who knows just how to get us foaming at the mouth for these characters. The angst, the yearning, the HATE. Patterson & Kendall have a long standing hate for one another. Yeah…right…okay. But what better way to get over that hate? Bang it out! 🤷🏻♀️ 😉 Not only do they despise one another but Kendall is Patterson’s brother’s ex-fiancé!! Thats a mouthful. (So is Patterson) Oh yeah, and his coach’s daughter, double off limits. So, double jeopardy. What is, we’re fine. (IYKYK)
Anywho, you absolutely must check this one out!! Releasing 2/19. Run! 🏃♀️🏃♀️🏃♀️ DO NOT WALK to get this one!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Releasing 2/19!!
OH. MY. GOD. First of all, let me just say, the way I screamed when I got the email that I was going to receive this ARC. I almost blacked out from excitement. Thank you so so much @lyraparish for allowing me to read & review this early for you.
On to the goods. Y’all……Pattycakes can get IT!!! 🥵🥵
This one was so so good and honestly I didn’t expect anything less. @lyraparish you are a goddess who knows just how to get us foaming at the mouth for these characters. The angst, the yearning, the HATE. Patterson & Kendall have a long standing hate for one another. Yeah…right…okay. But what better way to get over that hate? Bang it out! 🤷🏻♀️ 😉 Not only do they despise one another but Kendall is Patterson’s brother’s ex-fiancé!! Thats a mouthful. (So is Patterson) Oh yeah, and his coach’s daughter, double off limits. So, double jeopardy. What is, we’re fine. (IYKYK)
Anywho, you absolutely must check this one out!! Releasing 2/19. Run! 🏃♀️🏃♀️🏃♀️ DO NOT WALK to get this one!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Lyra Parish writes the best hopeless romantic stories and adds all the spice to them! Normally I don't care for the hockey trope, but I will read anything Lyra writes and I love the rest of the Billionaire Series so I had to read it. The back and forth with these two main characters kept me turning the pages nonstop until I finished the book in almost one sitting! The hate (disguised as love), the tension, the history, all of it kept the story going. I like how Lyra tied up loose ends from their past without anyone being hurt which allowed it all to flow at the end. I also like how when Patterson saw things online that he could have jumped to conclusions on, he let her explain which avoided the usual reactions in these types of stories. I think my favorite part of Lyra's stories are how they can be read as stand alones but they also tie into her previous stories. I love seeing the lives of her past characters come up in her current books.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I'm on a hate to love kick right now and Patterson and Kendall had some serious loathing happing at the beginning of this book. The more of the book I read, the less I wanted to put it down. I had to know why these two didn't get along!
I enjoyed the coaches daughter and having to see each other at work every day parts of the story. It definitely helped to crank the tension up like crazy, but I could also see the chemistry between the two building page by page.
Overall I loved the enemies with benefits situation the two get into and I was swooning at how their relationship developed as we find out more about why they dislike each other so much.
The main reason this book isn't rated higher, is because of some OM/OW drama that the two bring on themselves. There is one scene where Kendall brings Jameson (Patterson's identical twin, and her ex fiance) to an even Patterson is at. I had a hard time with those moments.
I enjoyed the coaches daughter and having to see each other at work every day parts of the story. It definitely helped to crank the tension up like crazy, but I could also see the chemistry between the two building page by page.
Overall I loved the enemies with benefits situation the two get into and I was swooning at how their relationship developed as we find out more about why they dislike each other so much.
The main reason this book isn't rated higher, is because of some OM/OW drama that the two bring on themselves. There is one scene where Kendall brings Jameson (Patterson's identical twin, and her ex fiance) to an even Patterson is at. I had a hard time with those moments.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
After reading Nick’s book, I just knew I was going to love Patterson—and I absolutely did! This story gave me everything I could have hoped for and more. Kendall is back in New York, working in Patterson’s world—a situation he absolutely despises. I adored these two together; their chemistry was electric right from the start, and you could just feel that something big was bound to happen between them. With their shared history, I was rooting for them to find their way back to each other, and I loved that this book had plenty of hockey moments too. The team dynamic was fantastic, and the banter between them added so much fun to the story. I couldn’t put this book down—it completely drew me in. I also fell in love with Patterson’s family and can’t wait to read their stories, which I know are on the way. Lyra has created such an incredible world that pulls you in completely, and now I’m even more excited for Louis’s book!
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Hockey Situation is Kendall and Patterson’s enemies to lovers romantic comedy and it’s book six in the Billionaire Situation. I loved everything about this book from the sarcastic banter to team camaraderie and everything in between.
Kendall and Peterson have loved to hate each other for years and they have covered their true feelings well. Kendall should be off limits for more than one reason , she is his coaches daughter and more importantly his twin’s ex fiancée’s but when Kendall is hired to paint the team it means they are back working and socialising together…….
So what happens when hate turns to love ?
I fell hard and fast for Patterson and I adored Kendall but it was the bickering and sarcastic banter that had me giggling as I cheered this couple on. This is a well written, entertaining and witty read that left me smiling.
Kendall and Peterson have loved to hate each other for years and they have covered their true feelings well. Kendall should be off limits for more than one reason , she is his coaches daughter and more importantly his twin’s ex fiancée’s but when Kendall is hired to paint the team it means they are back working and socialising together…….
So what happens when hate turns to love ?
I fell hard and fast for Patterson and I adored Kendall but it was the bickering and sarcastic banter that had me giggling as I cheered this couple on. This is a well written, entertaining and witty read that left me smiling.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Just when I think I couldn't love this series more, Lyra gives us another great swoony story. I was hooked from page one with Patterson and Kendall's disdain for one another. The tension drips off the pages or shall I say screen for my copy?! Patterson is passionate about the game of hockey and Kendall is passionate about her art work, but not as passionate as they are for one another. I was laughing out loud throughout the entire book over these two. Their love is unmatched. You can feel Kendall's desire for Patterson through her artwork. Also, not even gonna lie I'd like to see Damien Blackwell get his comeuppance! That dude is just awful! And Addison, she's about to be a true Princess!! I can't wait to see how Patterson handles that one.
Thank you to Lyra Parish for this ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own!
Thank you to Lyra Parish for this ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own!
February 15, 2026
OMG what a book! I absolutely devoured this book in a day because I couldn’t and wouldn’t put it down!
I was completely hooked on Kendall and Patterson! Enemies to lovers - but not really enemies because these two have pined for each other for years (even if she was in a relationship with his twin brother)
I absolutely loved their love story, the hate (not so much hate), their love, their deal, their ups and downs and more importantly how much he was willing to sacrifice for her.
The way Patterson stood up to her dad, how he defended Kendall always and how much he loved her was heartwarming!
I love this series and have my faves but this one just topped them all for me (sorry Lexi and Easton)
Thank you so much to Lyra and her team for this eARC in exchange for my honest review
I was completely hooked on Kendall and Patterson! Enemies to lovers - but not really enemies because these two have pined for each other for years (even if she was in a relationship with his twin brother)
I absolutely loved their love story, the hate (not so much hate), their love, their deal, their ups and downs and more importantly how much he was willing to sacrifice for her.
The way Patterson stood up to her dad, how he defended Kendall always and how much he loved her was heartwarming!
I love this series and have my faves but this one just topped them all for me (sorry Lexi and Easton)
Thank you so much to Lyra and her team for this eARC in exchange for my honest review
February 19, 2026
Pattycakes, Pattycakes, Ken Doll's man!
Sass and Crass are about to clash in this LOL tale of love lost and chances not taken. In a "situation" like theirs, can the rules they set be followed?
Not on your life.
This one is Prime Time naughtylisious (yes I had to make up a word for this) as these two take us thru the wringer, the scorching hot wringer of their emotional ride.
And It's. So. Worth. The. Wait. Secrets, jealousy, lies and even blackmail so hang on and enjoy the ride. I know I sure did!
This review is my opinion and is not AI generated.
Sass and Crass are about to clash in this LOL tale of love lost and chances not taken. In a "situation" like theirs, can the rules they set be followed?
Not on your life.
This one is Prime Time naughtylisious (yes I had to make up a word for this) as these two take us thru the wringer, the scorching hot wringer of their emotional ride.
And It's. So. Worth. The. Wait. Secrets, jealousy, lies and even blackmail so hang on and enjoy the ride. I know I sure did!
This review is my opinion and is not AI generated.
Review of advance copy received from Author
OMG Patterson Cross did NOT disappoint!
I love this series so much and this book hit so good. The tension between Patterson and Kendall was off the charts. Once I started reading I couldn't put the book down.
Kendall "The Destroyer" is such a strong FMC and knows how to get under Patterson's skin. The way these two sparred with their words and looks had me hanging on to every page of this book.
If you love a book where the MMC is yearning but also knows how to be an ass this is for you. The way Patterson longed for her but stayed in the background for so long tugged at my heart. He is a whole vibe on his own.
"Kendall Hart is a grenade with the pin already pulled, and I'm standing close enough to catch the shrapnel, no matter which direction I run."
I love this series so much and this book hit so good. The tension between Patterson and Kendall was off the charts. Once I started reading I couldn't put the book down.
Kendall "The Destroyer" is such a strong FMC and knows how to get under Patterson's skin. The way these two sparred with their words and looks had me hanging on to every page of this book.
If you love a book where the MMC is yearning but also knows how to be an ass this is for you. The way Patterson longed for her but stayed in the background for so long tugged at my heart. He is a whole vibe on his own.
"Kendall Hart is a grenade with the pin already pulled, and I'm standing close enough to catch the shrapnel, no matter which direction I run."
February 19, 2026
Book 6 in your Billionaire Situation series was just what I hoped it be and more! The hockey romance and the spice is so good! This book is about Patterson Cross and Kendall Hart. He’s the MVP. Enter Kendal Hart who he hates along with her being his brother’s Ex, She’s also the coaches daughter!
Kendall Hart is no stranger to the hockey world. Her dad is the head coach, she’s an artist with the opportunity to paint the New York Angels as part of an anniversary celebration for the team. The only snag is of course Patterson Cross! There’s some undeniable chemistry between them they could start a fire. What will happen when everything’s said and done you’ll have to read the book to see what happens!
Kendall Hart is no stranger to the hockey world. Her dad is the head coach, she’s an artist with the opportunity to paint the New York Angels as part of an anniversary celebration for the team. The only snag is of course Patterson Cross! There’s some undeniable chemistry between them they could start a fire. What will happen when everything’s said and done you’ll have to read the book to see what happens!
February 19, 2026
Sports romance and the situation-ship world! So much fun! The book starts out with a bang…I almost threw down my e-reader. But Pattycakes grows on you and I really liked him by the end of the book. The revelations of Patterson’s and Kendall’s past infatuation come out slowly during the love story. It’s really great way to understand about all the drama. Because there is drama! There’s also some steam! Oh my! I like how mention of characters in past situation-ship books mentioned. I’m definitely looking forward to the next book teased at the end. Like every book I’ve read from Lyra Parish, it was easy to see the world she created and enjoy all the characters. A beautiful romance! Thanks for the opportunity to read.
Review of advance copy
Kendall Hart knows she should stay far away from her father’s hockey star player Patterson Cross. He is after all also her ex’s twin and they never really got along but there is just something about Patterson that she can’t seem to stay away from. When she is hired to paint the player’s portrait, this rivalry between them may get a little too close for comfort! Woah, if you want a perfect head to head banter this is the one!! These two hate/love vibe flies off the pages and is oh soo good. The tension, the longing, the funny moments, simply perfect. Fall for this combustible duo! My heart is full. Told in first person and dual POV
Review of advance copy received from Author
The hate that brews between Kendall and Patterson was so thick you could feel it vibrating off the pages! Patterson has always had feelings for her, even kissed her, but she wound up with his twin brother instead until that did work and she went to another country. Now she's back and is in charge of painting portraits of Patterson's hockey team. When everyone can feel their hatred towards each other Coach gets involved, and oh he's Kendall's father. Quickly they spend more time together, fall into bed together and realize how much time they've wasted away from everyone. I'm in my Hockey romance era right now and this book is easily in my top five favorite hockey romances!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Kendall and Patterson loathe one another. You can feel the hate…doesn’t help that she was engaged to his twin brother!! The problem is their hate is fueled by passion. Eventually, they put away the hate and give into the passion. These spicy scenes were perfection!!
This book is over 400 pages and I loved every page!! The way the characters both developed throughout the book was fantastic, plus there was some foreshadowing and sneak peeks to the next book. Patterson’s pretty reserved with his feelings until he can’t hide them any more about Kendall. His hunger and passion for her shine! This book was 5 stars for me. I loved every chapter.
This book is over 400 pages and I loved every page!! The way the characters both developed throughout the book was fantastic, plus there was some foreshadowing and sneak peeks to the next book. Patterson’s pretty reserved with his feelings until he can’t hide them any more about Kendall. His hunger and passion for her shine! This book was 5 stars for me. I loved every chapter.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Hockey Situation by Lyra Parish was a total page-turner—I devoured it in one sitting! While it’s the 6th book in the Billionaire Situation series, it works perfectly as a stand-alone.
I absolutely loved Patterson and Kendall. Their chemistry is electric, the tension is off the charts, and the witty banter had me grinning the entire time. The steamy scenes were perfectly balanced—hot without being over the top—and added just the right amount of spice.
I was completely satisfied with their HEA, and I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to fans of enemies-to-lovers and forbidden romance.
Thank you to Lyra Parish for the gifted ARC!
I absolutely loved Patterson and Kendall. Their chemistry is electric, the tension is off the charts, and the witty banter had me grinning the entire time. The steamy scenes were perfectly balanced—hot without being over the top—and added just the right amount of spice.
I was completely satisfied with their HEA, and I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to fans of enemies-to-lovers and forbidden romance.
Thank you to Lyra Parish for the gifted ARC!
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Billionaire Situation Series keeps getting better and better! The Hockey Situation is the sixth book in the series, and let me tell you, it's a scorcher! This book hooked me from the start and didn't let go. It had everything I loved: hot banter, sneaking around, a possessive hero, enemies with benefits and oh so much spice. The chemistry and attraction between Kendall and Patterson was palpable; they were always between tearing each other down or tearing each other's clothes off . It was absolute perfection. If you're looking for a scorching hot Hockey romance that will set your loins on fire while also warming your heart, this is the book for you!
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