Behind the Net

He’s the hot hockey player she had a crush on in high school… and she’s his new live-in assistant. In this tension-filled hockey romance from viral TikTok author Stephanie Archer, an aspiring musician begins working for a grumpy NHL player, and as their relationship becomes more than just professional, she must take a risk in love—or leave him out on the ice.

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Pippa Hartley’s done with getting her heart broken. Her new gig? Live-in assistant for Jamie Streicher, the surly hockey player she had a crush on in high school.

The job is supposed to be a breeze, but nothing about the intimidatingly hot Jamie is easy. He’s grouchy, demanding, and doesn’t even remember her from school. Keeping things professional will be no problem.

Beneath his surliness, though, Jamie’s surprisingly sweet and protective. He pretends to be her boyfriend to make her ex jealous. He encourages her in music and tells her she’s beautiful. He buys her expensive gifts that make her feel seen. And when he learns her ex was bad in bed, Jamie’s competitive nature flares. Turns out, Jamie remembers exactly who Pippa is from high school, and that crush she has? The feeling’s mutual.

Falling for Jamie can only lead to heartbreak… but it might be worth it.

Stephanie Archer writes spicy romantic comedies with sharp banter, lots of laughs, and guaranteed HEAs. She believes in the power of best friends, stubborn women, a fresh haircut, and love. She lives in Vancouver with a man and a dog.