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Skating Towards Danger
Dante
Growing up, my life was planned for me.
Being a part of the mafia, I had no say.
I was to become my brother's second, his right-hand man.
And I didn't mind it, I never complained.
As long as I could play hockey.
I live and breathe the ice.
It's my passion and a way to forget the demon building inside of me.
Hockey is my life, and nothing else matters.
Until her.
I didn't want a relationship; I didn't want a love like my brother has.
I want to live my life to the fullest,
Before I have to take on my responsibilities,
To become someone my father taught me to be.
But she became my obsession, and I hated her for it.
I hated that she was unintentionally digging deep inside of me.
I didn't want her, but I needed her.
And then she became a target, and everything changed.
My demon came out to play to protect her but ended up scaring her away.
But what my little fairy needs to understand,
Come hell or high water, she's mine, and I'm hers,
And no one, not even her, will keep us apart.
Paige
Growing up, I learned life was precious,
And that time was short.
I lost everything at a young age, and I couldn't deal with it,
I blamed myself.
I rebelled from the person I was expected to be,
I ran from my passion, disappointing the ones that stuck around.
The ice called to me just like it did when I was small,
But I don't deserve it; I don't deserve to be happy.
The ice, my family, it was all gone.
Nothing mattered to me anymore,
Well, until him, apparently.
He was scary, dark and tortured,
He was mesmerizing.
But he hated me, so I stepped back, not realizing I had become his obsession.
I carried on trying to survive, not seeing the danger that was surrounding my life,
Not seeing the danger that surrounded him,
Or realizing that I never really knew my father,
And that his past was catching up with me.
And suddenly, I was thrust into a world I thought was in story books.
People want me dead; they want to ensure my father's legacy dies with me.
But Dante shows me that he's the scariest of them all,
And I run.
But the problem with men like him they won't stop until he gets what he wants,
And what he wants, is me.
But the question is, can you love a monster?
This can be read as a standalone. It is the second book to Skating On Thin Ice, with a HEA. Due to mature content and themes, this book is recommended for readers aged 18+; this novel may contain triggers.
Growing up, my life was planned for me.
Being a part of the mafia, I had no say.
I was to become my brother's second, his right-hand man.
And I didn't mind it, I never complained.
As long as I could play hockey.
I live and breathe the ice.
It's my passion and a way to forget the demon building inside of me.
Hockey is my life, and nothing else matters.
Until her.
I didn't want a relationship; I didn't want a love like my brother has.
I want to live my life to the fullest,
Before I have to take on my responsibilities,
To become someone my father taught me to be.
But she became my obsession, and I hated her for it.
I hated that she was unintentionally digging deep inside of me.
I didn't want her, but I needed her.
And then she became a target, and everything changed.
My demon came out to play to protect her but ended up scaring her away.
But what my little fairy needs to understand,
Come hell or high water, she's mine, and I'm hers,
And no one, not even her, will keep us apart.
Paige
Growing up, I learned life was precious,
And that time was short.
I lost everything at a young age, and I couldn't deal with it,
I blamed myself.
I rebelled from the person I was expected to be,
I ran from my passion, disappointing the ones that stuck around.
The ice called to me just like it did when I was small,
But I don't deserve it; I don't deserve to be happy.
The ice, my family, it was all gone.
Nothing mattered to me anymore,
Well, until him, apparently.
He was scary, dark and tortured,
He was mesmerizing.
But he hated me, so I stepped back, not realizing I had become his obsession.
I carried on trying to survive, not seeing the danger that was surrounding my life,
Not seeing the danger that surrounded him,
Or realizing that I never really knew my father,
And that his past was catching up with me.
And suddenly, I was thrust into a world I thought was in story books.
People want me dead; they want to ensure my father's legacy dies with me.
But Dante shows me that he's the scariest of them all,
And I run.
But the problem with men like him they won't stop until he gets what he wants,
And what he wants, is me.
But the question is, can you love a monster?
This can be read as a standalone. It is the second book to Skating On Thin Ice, with a HEA. Due to mature content and themes, this book is recommended for readers aged 18+; this novel may contain triggers.
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Published April 22, 2025
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October 19, 2025
This was fucking amazing. It's good to see Dante find his one. I love the brother and I need more. I feel like there should be at least two more books. I can't wait to see if it happens. Loved it so much!
December 23, 2025
Paige is still grappling with her past when she is asked to do a tribute to her mother by performing on the ice. To make matters worse, she seems to have made an enemy of Dante Marino who is a hockey player at the arena she is using.
Dante was asked to keep an eye on Paige, not realizing how close the ties to his family are. His relationship with his father is precarious at best and when he sees Paige, he realizes she is his one which he is in no way ready for.
Wonderful enemies to lovers books. There are layers to Paige whose past is horrific and once Dante comes to terms with who she is to him, he is amazing. I was surprised a bit by Dante's story, not quite what I expected, even better than I hoped.
Dante was asked to keep an eye on Paige, not realizing how close the ties to his family are. His relationship with his father is precarious at best and when he sees Paige, he realizes she is his one which he is in no way ready for.
Wonderful enemies to lovers books. There are layers to Paige whose past is horrific and once Dante comes to terms with who she is to him, he is amazing. I was surprised a bit by Dante's story, not quite what I expected, even better than I hoped.
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May 5, 2025DNF I just can't 🙈
May 31, 2025
I enjoy reading this authors books
This combination mafia, ice hockey story was a great blend of romance, tragedy, winning, and of course murder
I enjoyed the storyline and feel that Rhett definitely has a story to tell!
The author asks for grace for mistakes, but a good edit and proofread would have gone a long way. The misspelling of skate throughout the book was annoying. I also had trouble with transition of time without even a space between paragraphs. Many authors use a symbol, or a dash, or line for this. The flow of the story stuttered a few times because of that.
There was an instance with our couple with an ick factor that I felt our mmc would have protected his "one" better.
Despite my sounding negative, this was a good read, I just think with a little tweaks it could have been a great read.
This combination mafia, ice hockey story was a great blend of romance, tragedy, winning, and of course murder
I enjoyed the storyline and feel that Rhett definitely has a story to tell!
The author asks for grace for mistakes, but a good edit and proofread would have gone a long way. The misspelling of skate throughout the book was annoying. I also had trouble with transition of time without even a space between paragraphs. Many authors use a symbol, or a dash, or line for this. The flow of the story stuttered a few times because of that.
There was an instance with our couple with an ick factor that I felt our mmc would have protected his "one" better.
Despite my sounding negative, this was a good read, I just think with a little tweaks it could have been a great read.
December 20, 2025
when she thinks she deserves nothing but pain because of family secrets took her family away at 8, he doesn't want anything but his skates and all the puck bunnies he can get. he was asked to keep her safe and he knew he could do until he saw her, she didn't believe the fairytales her mother told her were real until he touch her arm. they both fall unwillingly and when the truth comes back to shoot them she get information overload and he has to figure out how to keep her with him because with her he can't breath. they fight through the crazy puck bunnies that can't let go the crazy ex that was the ultimate cheat and the side of the family she knew nothing about for her to get back on the ice like she should and for him to win the Stanley cup and step into the family business in his own time
June 13, 2025
Good... but
I love this authors books. They have a decent level of angst, but every once in a while, she creates a character that I have a hard time dealing with. In this book, it was Paige. She really annoyed me with the way she handled things. I get she had survivors guilt, but at some point, you need to stop being so stubborn and seek help. I get that maybe when she was a teenager, it didn't work, but as a grown woman, you should try therapy. She did absolutely nothing to drag herself out of the living nightmare she chose to live in. Seriously, she wouldn't accept any help if her life depended on it. Dante was as patient as a saint. I couldn't have liked Dante more, but Paige? Yeah, not so much.
I love this authors books. They have a decent level of angst, but every once in a while, she creates a character that I have a hard time dealing with. In this book, it was Paige. She really annoyed me with the way she handled things. I get she had survivors guilt, but at some point, you need to stop being so stubborn and seek help. I get that maybe when she was a teenager, it didn't work, but as a grown woman, you should try therapy. She did absolutely nothing to drag herself out of the living nightmare she chose to live in. Seriously, she wouldn't accept any help if her life depended on it. Dante was as patient as a saint. I couldn't have liked Dante more, but Paige? Yeah, not so much.
August 27, 2025
I like this series, I really do. I love the characters and their stories. I love how they learn to overcome their struggles and not feel ashamed of them. I really can’t stand the lack of proper division within the chapters though. It’s very frustrating with the author jumping forward in the timeline from one sentence to the next. It honestly gives me a headache. They’re a good writer but they need a new editor because it’s like this in most of their books. It drives me crazy and makes the story feel rushed and chaotic. They also have several words that are wrong or the wrong name used. It’s a good story but proper editing would make it great.
April 24, 2025
Mafia/Bravta = heavy part of the story...still find it kind of ridiculous that a pro hockey player is mafia, but it's fiction, I rolled with it.
OW drama = Several OW, at least three of which who tried to insult the h, well one tried to off the h, but all of them ended up being put in their place, the one who threatened the h permanently was ended, by the H
Entertaining story, but not so much angst more drama.
OW drama = Several OW, at least three of which who tried to insult the h, well one tried to off the h, but all of them ended up being put in their place, the one who threatened the h permanently was ended, by the H
Entertaining story, but not so much angst more drama.
June 3, 2025
It started on a good path with the frenemies to lovers relationship and the depth the author goes into describing the trauma both characters went through. Sometime into too much details, too much self reflection that it became boring and I had to skip some bits. I don’t think some of the explanations or reminders of what they have gone through were necessary.
It wasn’t my favorite series from her.
It wasn’t my favorite series from her.
April 30, 2025
emotional
I like Charlotte mcginlay books . I liked this but was a little disappointed as the threat and mafia side of the story didn’t happen till the very end and felt rushed. Enjoyable none the less.
I like Charlotte mcginlay books . I liked this but was a little disappointed as the threat and mafia side of the story didn’t happen till the very end and felt rushed. Enjoyable none the less.
May 1, 2025
Loved these two!
It was an emotional read for sure. Paige has to deal with her tortured past. She sees it replay every time she is on the ice. Dante is determined to save her and help her heal.
It was a hard journey but it pays off.
It was an emotional read for sure. Paige has to deal with her tortured past. She sees it replay every time she is on the ice. Dante is determined to save her and help her heal.
It was a hard journey but it pays off.
April 24, 2025
danger
Love it! I really need you to write more mc books. Really love your Mc books. I’ve read them a lot lol. This book was so sweet after Dante gave up and in.
Love it! I really need you to write more mc books. Really love your Mc books. I’ve read them a lot lol. This book was so sweet after Dante gave up and in.
April 25, 2025
Another great book by Charlotte! Cannot wait for her next one!!
April 26, 2025
Awesome
Awesome book awesome series!!!! This couple over came alot of pain. They made the perfect couple I hope there will be more in this series
Awesome book awesome series!!!! This couple over came alot of pain. They made the perfect couple I hope there will be more in this series
May 5, 2025
3.25
Podria haber sido mejor
Pero tampoco es malo ,solo que no convencio del todo la pareja
Podria haber sido mejor
Pero tampoco es malo ,solo que no convencio del todo la pareja
June 5, 2025
DNF @ 20% - I didn't care about either of them
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