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Suits and Skates: A Forbidden Hockey Romance
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Expected 20 Jan 26Three years of fourteen-hour days and flawless campaigns, and I'm still "the goalie's little sister who got lucky."
The marketing director title should be mine. I've earned it ten times over. But my shot at proving that depends on one impossible Garrett Sullivan.
The press calls him "The Iceman"—six-foot-four of shutdown defenseman who just rolled his eyes at our title sponsor on live television. Now fixing him is my problem—and my only shot at the promotion I've bled for.
He's also my brother's best friend. Professionally dangerous. Personally off-limits.
But the man who stonewalls cameras is someone else behind closed doors. He keeps his grandmother's snow globe collection displayed like sacred relics. He looks at me like I'm someone worth figuring out. And he argues with me like I might actually be right.
Our strategy sessions start running late. Then later. Then into territory where the line between work and want disappears completely.
My brother's ultimatum lands like a End it, or I tell Coach myself.
My boss is building a case to destroy me—and I'm running out of time to stop her.
Garrett wants to protect me. Fight for me. Burn down everything he's built if that's what it takes.
He doesn't see that saving me might cost us everything.
Brother's best friend. Forbidden attraction. Some risks are worth taking.
The marketing director title should be mine. I've earned it ten times over. But my shot at proving that depends on one impossible Garrett Sullivan.
The press calls him "The Iceman"—six-foot-four of shutdown defenseman who just rolled his eyes at our title sponsor on live television. Now fixing him is my problem—and my only shot at the promotion I've bled for.
He's also my brother's best friend. Professionally dangerous. Personally off-limits.
But the man who stonewalls cameras is someone else behind closed doors. He keeps his grandmother's snow globe collection displayed like sacred relics. He looks at me like I'm someone worth figuring out. And he argues with me like I might actually be right.
Our strategy sessions start running late. Then later. Then into territory where the line between work and want disappears completely.
My brother's ultimatum lands like a End it, or I tell Coach myself.
My boss is building a case to destroy me—and I'm running out of time to stop her.
Garrett wants to protect me. Fight for me. Burn down everything he's built if that's what it takes.
He doesn't see that saving me might cost us everything.
Brother's best friend. Forbidden attraction. Some risks are worth taking.
337 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication January 20, 2026
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December 29, 2025Suits and Skates by Sena Voss was a solid, enjoyable forbidden romance with a fun mix of corporate drama and pro hockey. I had the chance to read this prior to its release date, and I really liked the workplace angle and the heroine’s frustration with constantly being underestimated — that part felt very real and made her easy to root for.
Garrett worked well as a love interest. He’s not just the typical quiet hockey guy, and the contrast between his public persona and who he is in private added depth. Their banter during strategy sessions was easily the highlight. That said, the pacing slowed in the middle, and some of the same conflicts repeated without moving the story forward much. Once lines started blurring, a bit of the professional tension lost its punch.
Overall, it’s a good read with strong chemistry and familiar tropes done well, even if it didn’t completely wow me. If you like brother’s-best-friend romances with slow-burn tension, this is worth picking up.
3.5⭐️
Garrett worked well as a love interest. He’s not just the typical quiet hockey guy, and the contrast between his public persona and who he is in private added depth. Their banter during strategy sessions was easily the highlight. That said, the pacing slowed in the middle, and some of the same conflicts repeated without moving the story forward much. Once lines started blurring, a bit of the professional tension lost its punch.
Overall, it’s a good read with strong chemistry and familiar tropes done well, even if it didn’t completely wow me. If you like brother’s-best-friend romances with slow-burn tension, this is worth picking up.
3.5⭐️
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December 21, 2025Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Spice Level: 🌶️1.5 (Low heat, high emotional intimacy)
In a genre often saturated with "mighty hero" tropes and instant physical attraction, Sena Voss delivers a standout narrative in Suits and Skates. This isn't just another hockey romance; it’s a character study on professional boundaries, personal value, and the slow-burn beauty of falling in love with a person’s mind before their jersey number.
With a mild spice level of about 1.5 peppers, this book is perfect for readers who prefer "sweet and salty" over "steam." It prioritizes the emotional "click" between the leads and offers a satisfying look at a woman who knows her worth in a male-dominated industry.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily but that does not change my opinion of the book. I also cannot wait for book 2!
Key Takeaway: A must-read for fans of the "forced proximity" and "forbidden love" tropes who want to see a female lead take the driver's seat in her own life.
In a genre often saturated with "mighty hero" tropes and instant physical attraction, Sena Voss delivers a standout narrative in Suits and Skates. This isn't just another hockey romance; it’s a character study on professional boundaries, personal value, and the slow-burn beauty of falling in love with a person’s mind before their jersey number.
With a mild spice level of about 1.5 peppers, this book is perfect for readers who prefer "sweet and salty" over "steam." It prioritizes the emotional "click" between the leads and offers a satisfying look at a woman who knows her worth in a male-dominated industry.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily but that does not change my opinion of the book. I also cannot wait for book 2!
Key Takeaway: A must-read for fans of the "forced proximity" and "forbidden love" tropes who want to see a female lead take the driver's seat in her own life.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Suits and Skates is a sweet, character-driven contemporary romance with a strong emotional build and a sporty backdrop.
Sloan is an ambitious, career-driven FMC, and the high stakes around her work felt very relatable. Paired with Sullivan, an elite athlete MMC, their workplace forced proximity leads to natural banter, steady chemistry, and a he falls first dynamic I really enjoyed. The relationship unfolds at a comfortable pace, allowing moments of vulnerability and connection to feel earned rather than rushed.
The sports element is well integrated without overpowering the romance, making this a great read even for those who aren’t big sports-romance readers. The spice level is low, with the focus firmly on emotional connection.
While the pacing dipped slightly in places, I was fully invested by the end and satisfied with their journey. A lovely pick for readers who enjoy contemporary romance with heart, slow emotional build, and a sporty edge.
Sloan is an ambitious, career-driven FMC, and the high stakes around her work felt very relatable. Paired with Sullivan, an elite athlete MMC, their workplace forced proximity leads to natural banter, steady chemistry, and a he falls first dynamic I really enjoyed. The relationship unfolds at a comfortable pace, allowing moments of vulnerability and connection to feel earned rather than rushed.
The sports element is well integrated without overpowering the romance, making this a great read even for those who aren’t big sports-romance readers. The spice level is low, with the focus firmly on emotional connection.
While the pacing dipped slightly in places, I was fully invested by the end and satisfied with their journey. A lovely pick for readers who enjoy contemporary romance with heart, slow emotional build, and a sporty edge.
Review of advance copy received from Author
*Received the ARC from Sena Voss. All opinions are my own. *
3.5 ⭐️
First off, I want to thank Sena for the opportunity to read and review this book early. I enjoyed the dynamic between Garrett and Sloane. There were many tropes in this book that I usually gravitate towards such as forbidden love, forced proximity, and workplace romance. The one thing that stands out to me about this book is the emotional maturity that the MCs have. Sloane knew exactly what she wanted for herself. She stood her ground and explained her thoughts to Garrett. There was no miscommunication or silent treatment with no resolution. Garrett took the time to listen and understand her explanation and in turn was able to support her the way she needed him to. Overall a great book and I would recommend it to those that love the tropes mentioned.
3.5 ⭐️
First off, I want to thank Sena for the opportunity to read and review this book early. I enjoyed the dynamic between Garrett and Sloane. There were many tropes in this book that I usually gravitate towards such as forbidden love, forced proximity, and workplace romance. The one thing that stands out to me about this book is the emotional maturity that the MCs have. Sloane knew exactly what she wanted for herself. She stood her ground and explained her thoughts to Garrett. There was no miscommunication or silent treatment with no resolution. Garrett took the time to listen and understand her explanation and in turn was able to support her the way she needed him to. Overall a great book and I would recommend it to those that love the tropes mentioned.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
thank you to Sena Voss and Netgalley for an ARC copy of this book.
This book feature: forbidden romance, hockey romance, insta attraction dual pop and growth/healing.
I'll admit Garret came off almost too jerk-ish at the beginning to me. How he acted in post game interviews had an impact on his team/brand deals and how hockey fans would percieve him and his reason behind it didn't seem logical enough to me.
the arc provided read like a scanned pdf, the pages were dark and formatted to the right side of the page, not sure if that was a publisher whoopsie, but made it harder to read
This book feature: forbidden romance, hockey romance, insta attraction dual pop and growth/healing.
I'll admit Garret came off almost too jerk-ish at the beginning to me. How he acted in post game interviews had an impact on his team/brand deals and how hockey fans would percieve him and his reason behind it didn't seem logical enough to me.
the arc provided read like a scanned pdf, the pages were dark and formatted to the right side of the page, not sure if that was a publisher whoopsie, but made it harder to read
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I REALLY wanted to love this book. It has all the things I love; Hockey, Office Romance, Brothers Best Friend, Secret Relationship.
But, there was just too much in the end to make it feel like a great 5 star read. The third act breakup was so disappointing after earlier in the book the main characters seemed so great at communication and working through issues. Another thing I couldn't get over what the whole "Drama" thing, it took the typical no workplace romance but tried to throw a twist on it that eneded up flopping for me.
But, there was just too much in the end to make it feel like a great 5 star read. The third act breakup was so disappointing after earlier in the book the main characters seemed so great at communication and working through issues. Another thing I couldn't get over what the whole "Drama" thing, it took the typical no workplace romance but tried to throw a twist on it that eneded up flopping for me.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I received this book as an arc and it was Such a cute book! I loved it so much. I loved what a strong fmc sloane is and loved Garrett’s protectiveness while still allowing sloane to be her own person!!! I will definitely be reading book 2!!!
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