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Stick Tease: An Enemies to Lovers Fake Dating Hockey Romance
Never tease a captain’s stick… unless you can finish what you started.
Jessica Brooks used me as her fake boyfriend to dodge a creep at a bar.
One kiss went viral, and now the whole internet thinks the sassy fashion influencer is dating Miami’s most untouchable captain.
Yeah. No.
I don’t do relationships. I don’t do beautiful blonde distractions in the middle of a playoff run. And I sure as hell don’t do fake girlfriends.
But my PR team sees an opportunity. Her do-gooder brand plus my ice-cold reputation equals foundation funding.
Fine. We’ll fake it.
The problem?
Jessica’s laugh. Her gorgeous blue eyes. Those soft, pouty lips… and the things I want her to do with them.
Now she’s under my roof, pushing past my walls… and punishing me for being too much of a jerk to admit this is getting real.
She thinks breaking my self-control is a game.
Sweetheart.
You’re about to learn that when you play with the captain's stick—
He’s gonna make you beg to keep it
Stick Tease is a steamy standalone fake-dating, enemies-to-lovers, forced-proximity hockey romance. This is book two in the Miami Blazers series with a guaranteed HEA! When a viral kiss forces Miami’s most untouchable NHL captain into a fake relationship with a sassy fashion influencer, the last thing he expects is to end up sharing a roof with the one woman hell bent on wrecking his self-control.
Jessica Brooks used me as her fake boyfriend to dodge a creep at a bar.
One kiss went viral, and now the whole internet thinks the sassy fashion influencer is dating Miami’s most untouchable captain.
Yeah. No.
I don’t do relationships. I don’t do beautiful blonde distractions in the middle of a playoff run. And I sure as hell don’t do fake girlfriends.
But my PR team sees an opportunity. Her do-gooder brand plus my ice-cold reputation equals foundation funding.
Fine. We’ll fake it.
The problem?
Jessica’s laugh. Her gorgeous blue eyes. Those soft, pouty lips… and the things I want her to do with them.
Now she’s under my roof, pushing past my walls… and punishing me for being too much of a jerk to admit this is getting real.
She thinks breaking my self-control is a game.
Sweetheart.
You’re about to learn that when you play with the captain's stick—
He’s gonna make you beg to keep it
Stick Tease is a steamy standalone fake-dating, enemies-to-lovers, forced-proximity hockey romance. This is book two in the Miami Blazers series with a guaranteed HEA! When a viral kiss forces Miami’s most untouchable NHL captain into a fake relationship with a sassy fashion influencer, the last thing he expects is to end up sharing a roof with the one woman hell bent on wrecking his self-control.
665 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 15, 2026
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Vitina Rose
23 books72 followersA ferocious reader, a story weaver, and a lover of all things steamy and romantic. Her head is always in the clouds dreaming up the Hella Hunky male characters that will keep your heart racing. She writes men with the perfect amount of charm, wit, humor, class, and five o’clock shadow to make your insides quiver. Her heart throbs, heartbreaks, and HEA will always keep you coming back for more.
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Did Not Finish
May 24, 2026DNF at 79%
Apparently in my DNF era right now
Apparently in my DNF era right now
June 10, 2026
Dom really peaked my internet is Jaces book. I mean overprotective, tall, a Captain, and a dirty talker in your ear. Yes please!!!!Jessica was all the things he didn't know he needed. There story was everyrhing.
This review I couldn't resist doing just some of my favorite quotes from Dom. He was so easy to fall for.
Dominic- I like things that fit me perfectly.
Dominic- My cock, my mouth, my nervous system they all voted without me.
And I'm Dom so unless you're blind and stupid on top of being chatty, you should understand one thing, don't put your hands on my woman.
Dominic- "When I touch you again, I want you sober feeling every single fucking thing I do to you."
Dominic- "This is your last chance. Once you say yes, you're mine and I won't stop."
Jessica- When he finally stills, breathing hard, he stares down at me.I'm completely ruined wrecked and- his.
Jessica- "Don't lose out their captain, her mouth curves. I don't date losers."
Dominic- "don't do well with things in my way."
Dominic- "It won't bite," I tell her quietly, "Only I do!"
Dominic- "God's not doing this to you." "I am. Say my name". . "Dominic!!"
Jessica- "You're insane." She pants "You're delicious." I murmur
Dominic- She's the most beautiful fucking thing I've ever seen brilliance, fire, passion, and I refuse to be anything less for her. She deserves it all.
Dominic- "I got you dirty," I say looking up at her. "So it's my job to get you clean."
Blazers 2 Red Wings 0
Dominic- "You can have me on my knees anytime" he adds "Anywhere."
Teamate- "Dom I could actually kiss you right now." "Hot, but you're not my type." He acts offended. "What is it? It's because I wax, isn't it?" "Yeah, and the fact that you're swinging a nine-incher down there. I prefer oysters over sausages." "But if there aren't any oysters around." "Then you can call me."
Dominic-"I'd like the chance to turn your fantasies into reality."
Dominic-"I've been subtle all afternoon. You've been talking and smiling and eating strawberries and I've been hard for 3 hours. Trying to be a gentleman, I think I've hit my quota. "
Dominic-"I'm your man, which means I don't stand on the sidelines while you climb. I put whatever I have where you need it. My name, my face, my time, my body in a tux, Whatever you'll let me give."
Dominic-"I'm in love with your daughter sir, It's my pleasure." Dom smiles
Jessica's Dad- "Well that's wrong, I taught my boys how to fish. Guess I better teach my third."
This review I couldn't resist doing just some of my favorite quotes from Dom. He was so easy to fall for.
Dominic- I like things that fit me perfectly.
Dominic- My cock, my mouth, my nervous system they all voted without me.
And I'm Dom so unless you're blind and stupid on top of being chatty, you should understand one thing, don't put your hands on my woman.
Dominic- "When I touch you again, I want you sober feeling every single fucking thing I do to you."
Dominic- "This is your last chance. Once you say yes, you're mine and I won't stop."
Jessica- When he finally stills, breathing hard, he stares down at me.I'm completely ruined wrecked and- his.
Jessica- "Don't lose out their captain, her mouth curves. I don't date losers."
Dominic- "don't do well with things in my way."
Dominic- "It won't bite," I tell her quietly, "Only I do!"
Dominic- "God's not doing this to you." "I am. Say my name". . "Dominic!!"
Jessica- "You're insane." She pants "You're delicious." I murmur
Dominic- She's the most beautiful fucking thing I've ever seen brilliance, fire, passion, and I refuse to be anything less for her. She deserves it all.
Dominic- "I got you dirty," I say looking up at her. "So it's my job to get you clean."
Blazers 2 Red Wings 0
Dominic- "You can have me on my knees anytime" he adds "Anywhere."
Teamate- "Dom I could actually kiss you right now." "Hot, but you're not my type." He acts offended. "What is it? It's because I wax, isn't it?" "Yeah, and the fact that you're swinging a nine-incher down there. I prefer oysters over sausages." "But if there aren't any oysters around." "Then you can call me."
Dominic-"I'd like the chance to turn your fantasies into reality."
Dominic-"I've been subtle all afternoon. You've been talking and smiling and eating strawberries and I've been hard for 3 hours. Trying to be a gentleman, I think I've hit my quota. "
Dominic-"I'm your man, which means I don't stand on the sidelines while you climb. I put whatever I have where you need it. My name, my face, my time, my body in a tux, Whatever you'll let me give."
Dominic-"I'm in love with your daughter sir, It's my pleasure." Dom smiles
Jessica's Dad- "Well that's wrong, I taught my boys how to fish. Guess I better teach my third."
August 6, 2026
Way too long imo
The book wasn’t bad, just way too long for a whole lot of nothingness. 640 pages is way too much for just a basic hockey romance.
There were quite a few grammar errors and repeated sentences. I also feel like the character development on both ends was very wishy washy. It was hard to get a clear picture on what was going on at times.
It also just feels incomplete? Random things would just be thrown in with no explanation or context. For example, she supposedly was a capital V card holder, but we as readers are never told this and it was never even alluded to. We find this out at the same time as the MMC and it was just confusing on how it was just thrown in.
Also, at the end there were so many things just left we don’t know about the characters, relationships with MMCs parents, what they wanted for the future, ect. Which is crazy given the length of this book.
By the way, there’s no third act conflict. I could be mistaken, but there’s no real climax to the story really at all. Once the couple gets together they stay together and then a whole lot of filler and spice. Then, that’s it.
Finally, there’s no HEA - only a HFN. Which would have been fine, except for that fact that this book was over 600 pages. You’re telling me that we read this whole thing and didn’t get more than just the end of the same season where they got together!?
Anyways, the book was okay. I wasn’t personally a fan of either the FMC or MMC and I also didn’t really care if they ended up together or not, but for 600+ pages I really expected something deeper than this was. Definitely needed a hefty chop and more cohesive progression of the story.
The book wasn’t bad, just way too long for a whole lot of nothingness. 640 pages is way too much for just a basic hockey romance.
There were quite a few grammar errors and repeated sentences. I also feel like the character development on both ends was very wishy washy. It was hard to get a clear picture on what was going on at times.
It also just feels incomplete? Random things would just be thrown in with no explanation or context. For example, she supposedly was a capital V card holder, but we as readers are never told this and it was never even alluded to. We find this out at the same time as the MMC and it was just confusing on how it was just thrown in.
Also, at the end there were so many things just left we don’t know about the characters, relationships with MMCs parents, what they wanted for the future, ect. Which is crazy given the length of this book.
By the way, there’s no third act conflict. I could be mistaken, but there’s no real climax to the story really at all. Once the couple gets together they stay together and then a whole lot of filler and spice. Then, that’s it.
Finally, there’s no HEA - only a HFN. Which would have been fine, except for that fact that this book was over 600 pages. You’re telling me that we read this whole thing and didn’t get more than just the end of the same season where they got together!?
Anyways, the book was okay. I wasn’t personally a fan of either the FMC or MMC and I also didn’t really care if they ended up together or not, but for 600+ pages I really expected something deeper than this was. Definitely needed a hefty chop and more cohesive progression of the story.
May 16, 2026
The heat in this book melted the ice in the rink!
Dominic is the captain of the Miami Blaze hockey team. He had rich, but cold family who he is currently estranged from. Jessica is a designer and seamstress. She grabs him at a crowded bar to get rid of a jerk who's harassing her. Dominic makes her an origami flower and tucks it behind her ear. That goes viral and his PR staff decides the relationship could benefit them both. Make Dom more human and help Jessica with her design business.
The tension between these 2 - phew. They both have feelings, but don't know how to handle them. Jessica teases Dom mercilessly trying to make him break. Dom is growly and protective. When he finally does break - the steam is amazing. The scenes in the kitchen, the shower, and on the ice rink will melt your kindle.
But the relationship between them feels so real. And once they truly connect Dominic is THERE for Jessica in every important way. I lvoed the development of the side characters. Jess's best friend Danni, and Dom's teammates. They do get their HEA. And in the last chapter we find out what Stick Tease really means.
I'm not a hockey fan, but this book totally stands on it's own and is a great, steamy romance.
Dominic is the captain of the Miami Blaze hockey team. He had rich, but cold family who he is currently estranged from. Jessica is a designer and seamstress. She grabs him at a crowded bar to get rid of a jerk who's harassing her. Dominic makes her an origami flower and tucks it behind her ear. That goes viral and his PR staff decides the relationship could benefit them both. Make Dom more human and help Jessica with her design business.
The tension between these 2 - phew. They both have feelings, but don't know how to handle them. Jessica teases Dom mercilessly trying to make him break. Dom is growly and protective. When he finally does break - the steam is amazing. The scenes in the kitchen, the shower, and on the ice rink will melt your kindle.
But the relationship between them feels so real. And once they truly connect Dominic is THERE for Jessica in every important way. I lvoed the development of the side characters. Jess's best friend Danni, and Dom's teammates. They do get their HEA. And in the last chapter we find out what Stick Tease really means.
I'm not a hockey fan, but this book totally stands on it's own and is a great, steamy romance.
May 16, 2026
Stick Tease by Vitina Rose is a 5+ star book. It was unbelievably good. I want the two main characters to be someone I could meet in person. They are fantastic! The banter was not just fun, but so smart and sarcastic. Witty. Laugh out loud. The slow burn was worth it, and, then, when they finally moved into the action, it was so amazingly hot it was through the roof delicious. The main character of Jessica is someone anyone would root for and want to be friends with. She is strong, confident, and takes no prisoners. Dominic, the grouchy captain of the hockey team that she is pretending to be romantically involved with to improve his image, is just plain hot. He is a possessive, alpha male who is beyond drool worthy.
It's a shame this book had to end. It was just sooo good, I could have hung out with the characters for days. Instead I stayed up until 4:00 am because I couldn't put it down. For someone who is not into sports, including hockey, that is just amazing. Oh, and the title comes out at the end with a surprise play on words. At least it was for me.
Grab this one. Then wait for the story about Zed, the goalie. If it beats this one, I will be amazed.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
It's a shame this book had to end. It was just sooo good, I could have hung out with the characters for days. Instead I stayed up until 4:00 am because I couldn't put it down. For someone who is not into sports, including hockey, that is just amazing. Oh, and the title comes out at the end with a surprise play on words. At least it was for me.
Grab this one. Then wait for the story about Zed, the goalie. If it beats this one, I will be amazed.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 26, 2026
Loved Dom
I really liked Dominic ,Jessica I disliked , she was one who latched on to him in the bar not the other way around and wasn't happy at first about all the attention but man she changed her mind quickly and again got grabby and acted like he should be thankful and set conditions which were again dumb and selfish, she should swallowed her pride and explained why she wanted to move in then got irritated when he really didn't want her there at first. I just hated her selfish personality. All he wanted was to start the kids club. Even when at end he explained his family she was a bit annoying about it. Sorry to those who liked her but I couldn't because she made it about herself .
I really liked Dominic ,Jessica I disliked , she was one who latched on to him in the bar not the other way around and wasn't happy at first about all the attention but man she changed her mind quickly and again got grabby and acted like he should be thankful and set conditions which were again dumb and selfish, she should swallowed her pride and explained why she wanted to move in then got irritated when he really didn't want her there at first. I just hated her selfish personality. All he wanted was to start the kids club. Even when at end he explained his family she was a bit annoying about it. Sorry to those who liked her but I couldn't because she made it about herself .
May 17, 2026
This book was the absolute best when it comes to fake dating. Dominic and Jessica engage in a kiss that goes viral. So not the hockey team Captain has been ripped into a fake relationship to help with PR. Dominic isn’t about relationships and all that but he agrees anyway. And when Jessica mixes in with him, he tries to make things hard for her. But Jessica isn’t having any of that. She gives just as well as she gets. She’s a strong woman, fun and sweet. And no matter how hard Dominic tries, he’s falling for her.
The back and forth, push and pull, was perfect. And when these two finally came together, it was explosive. I loved seeing these two together. They were great with one another.
The back and forth, push and pull, was perfect. And when these two finally came together, it was explosive. I loved seeing these two together. They were great with one another.
May 18, 2026
Not sure why this labeled enemies to lovers cause there is instant attraction and interest. There’s a bit of bitterness at the fact they need each other to reach their goals, but I wouldn’t say they were ever enemies. Dom is closed off, comes across cold and unapproachable. Jessica is the opposite. She is a social media influencer whom many adore. Them coming together was the perfect amount of slow burn. Them trying to keep things “ professional” was a valiant effort, but futile. I absolutely loved the banter. I wish Jessica had more fight when they were getting down to business, I loved the story overall.
May 27, 2026
3.65 stars?
This book was still good but not as good as the first. I liked the story line, the fmc was pretty cool, and it was an interesting read.
I just fully couldn't get behind the mmc. He hated his parents for how controlling and micromanaging he was. That is literally his whole personality in this book but he calls it protectiveness so it's alright. He does some cute things for the fmc and she calls him out towards the very end for being hot and cold BUT I would argue he is basically just like his parents (which were toxic). He can slightly be excused since he's fictional but if my friend dated someone like this in real life I'd tell her to run away.
This book was still good but not as good as the first. I liked the story line, the fmc was pretty cool, and it was an interesting read.
I just fully couldn't get behind the mmc. He hated his parents for how controlling and micromanaging he was. That is literally his whole personality in this book but he calls it protectiveness so it's alright. He does some cute things for the fmc and she calls him out towards the very end for being hot and cold BUT I would argue he is basically just like his parents (which were toxic). He can slightly be excused since he's fictional but if my friend dated someone like this in real life I'd tell her to run away.
July 18, 2026
I am kinda shocked this book has such high ratings/overly positive reviews. I generally read a book in one or two days but I struggled with this one and only didn’t DNF because I hate not giving it the ‘good ol’ try’ - just in case. I jumped to other books because this didn’t keep my interest. Dom sounds like a douchenozzle for most of the interactions, until the end when he decides he likes her. The sex scenes were kinda cringey to me, too. This girl is a virgin? Cmon. And if she is that’s immediately how you treat her? Blech.
Most of all - why the f is this book 660 pages?! Unnecessary. Overkill. Fluff.
Most of all - why the f is this book 660 pages?! Unnecessary. Overkill. Fluff.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 5, 2026
I’ll give it a star because it kept me through 50% before I couldn’t do it anymore. First the MMC is a douche and I don’t care if he thinks nice thoughts in his head. Plain and simple he says some fkd hurtful things and treats her like crap. Second the FMC is a doormat that needs some serious esteem counseling and really starting to see this author has a virgin theme going with older characters. Odd but ok. Really disappointed as I love the first book but this couple is toxic. She’s a user and he’s a douche.
May 23, 2026
Want to know what a bestselling romance book looks like. Then you should definitely read this hot, amazing, and magnetic hockey romance book by Vitina.
Holy smokes I absolutely LOVED this book. FANTASTIC characters, the most PHENOMENAL storyline that grips you right away. I always have loved reading anything Vitina writes, but this romance book right here just became my new #1 favorite to read by her. That is until her next book comes out.
Holy smokes I absolutely LOVED this book. FANTASTIC characters, the most PHENOMENAL storyline that grips you right away. I always have loved reading anything Vitina writes, but this romance book right here just became my new #1 favorite to read by her. That is until her next book comes out.
July 26, 2026
one virgin was okay but two??
I DNFed the book at 46%. *****spoiler the first book's fmc was an inexperienced virgin who then got with the cool hockey god plot line. It was fine for the first book I actually really enjoyed it. However I get the the first spicy scene in the book and lo and behold this fmc is yet another inexperienced virgin. Once is plot line, but having it in your second book too is weird. Very purity culture.
I DNFed the book at 46%. *****spoiler the first book's fmc was an inexperienced virgin who then got with the cool hockey god plot line. It was fine for the first book I actually really enjoyed it. However I get the the first spicy scene in the book and lo and behold this fmc is yet another inexperienced virgin. Once is plot line, but having it in your second book too is weird. Very purity culture.
May 24, 2026
Another winner…
I am loving The MiamiBlazers Series. I really hope there’s more to come. Dominic and Jessica are hot, hot, hot! And I love learning more about Dom’s teammates. Their camaraderie seems natural - not forced or over done. I’m already wondering who the next book in the series will be about and when it will be available.
I am loving The MiamiBlazers Series. I really hope there’s more to come. Dominic and Jessica are hot, hot, hot! And I love learning more about Dom’s teammates. Their camaraderie seems natural - not forced or over done. I’m already wondering who the next book in the series will be about and when it will be available.
June 5, 2026
This is by far the best hockey romance I have ever read. I loved the banter between the MMC and MFC. I loved the touch her and die vibes. Jessica was a little spitfire and I loved that about her. I can’t wait to continue on with this series and I hope to see more of all the other characters in upcoming books. This is a must read. Love scenes were also fire! Read it you won’t regret it
June 8, 2026
A great story
Dominic is a pro NFL player the Captain of his team. All the women,want him but Jessica meets him at a bar when she grabs his arm and says There you are babe! Hoping to get rid of the guy bugging her. He goes along with it and the next morning they nearly break the internet. So his PR team wants him to fake a romance with her to make him look more human!
Dominic is a pro NFL player the Captain of his team. All the women,want him but Jessica meets him at a bar when she grabs his arm and says There you are babe! Hoping to get rid of the guy bugging her. He goes along with it and the next morning they nearly break the internet. So his PR team wants him to fake a romance with her to make him look more human!
July 29, 2026
Wonderful read.
This book was sooooo good! No breakups, no losing sight of their wants. This was 100% wholesome. This book was described with perfect yearning on both parts and kept me smiling. This book entails a love we all look for our whole lives. This love story I will be thinking about long down the road. ❤️
This book was sooooo good! No breakups, no losing sight of their wants. This was 100% wholesome. This book was described with perfect yearning on both parts and kept me smiling. This book entails a love we all look for our whole lives. This love story I will be thinking about long down the road. ❤️
June 1, 2026
A must Read
I’m still baffled by the writers ability to give such amazing descriptions of the story that visually you see each scene. I love the connection between Jessica and Dominic. Their love story makes you want the book to never end! Great read!
I’m still baffled by the writers ability to give such amazing descriptions of the story that visually you see each scene. I love the connection between Jessica and Dominic. Their love story makes you want the book to never end! Great read!
June 2, 2026
Two people with who together burn brighter
The need to humanize the granite formed hockey player with a talented young designer to assure them their dreams if they do it together. A great story of compromise and discovery .It was a great read.
The need to humanize the granite formed hockey player with a talented young designer to assure them their dreams if they do it together. A great story of compromise and discovery .It was a great read.
June 3, 2026
Stick Tease - Just great loved it!!!
Jessica and Dominic’s fake relationship sometimes full of laughs and drama of who they think they should be. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Takes a little while to get to the spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️ they can’t get enough of each other and ending in a wonderful HEA.
Jessica and Dominic’s fake relationship sometimes full of laughs and drama of who they think they should be. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Takes a little while to get to the spice 🌶️🌶️🌶️ they can’t get enough of each other and ending in a wonderful HEA.
June 15, 2026
I LOVED THIS STORY! Vitina Rose did it again! I love the tension and banter between Jessica and Dominic. They had such amazing chemistry. I was laughing a good bit. The spice was equally was good. This series continues to deliver! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
June 25, 2026
This was my first book by this author and I was excited to find a new hockey series but this let me down. I DNFed around 50%. The fmc alternates between bitchy and bratty without any insight as to why - not sure if her backstory is explained further on or if she’s unlikable for no reason.
July 27, 2026
Stick tease
I kept reading this story and when I was getting to the end I realized it was daylight. Vroom good story with great detail and nice mental throughout. I loved this story since it was very real. Extremely enjoyable
I kept reading this story and when I was getting to the end I realized it was daylight. Vroom good story with great detail and nice mental throughout. I loved this story since it was very real. Extremely enjoyable
August 6, 2026
hot on the ice
This book was very intense.. loved the story & characters.. definitely was hard to put down.. lost hours of sleep wanting to see what else was in store.. thank you for your story.
This book was very intense.. loved the story & characters.. definitely was hard to put down.. lost hours of sleep wanting to see what else was in store.. thank you for your story.
May 26, 2026
you won’t want to put the book down
Jessica and Dominic’s story is a true enemies to lovers story. You will fall in love with both of them.
Jessica and Dominic’s story is a true enemies to lovers story. You will fall in love with both of them.
May 30, 2026
Perfection
Absolutely fell in love with these two. The banter was on point. The spice was just right. I adore your books, but this may have been the best one yet.
Absolutely fell in love with these two. The banter was on point. The spice was just right. I adore your books, but this may have been the best one yet.
June 1, 2026
Fake dating but not really. Touch her and die. Captain oh captain. The tension. 😍😍😍
June 2, 2026
The Miami Blazers Series
This series was amazing. I can’t wait for the next book. There is going to be another book right? Zed should have his story written.
This series was amazing. I can’t wait for the next book. There is going to be another book right? Zed should have his story written.
June 4, 2026
I enjoyed stick tease which was Dominic and Jessica’s story. It was an entertaining read. Good characters. And voluntarily leaving my review.
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