She swore never to fall for him again. He’s determined to make sure she does.Nettie thought a wild, harmless flirtation was all in fun... until she came face-to-face with Tate her best friend’s brother and the angry, bitter hockey player who broke her heart years ago. Tate isn’t here to make friends—he’s here to win. As the Coyotes’ newest enforcer, he thrives on grit and confrontation, channeling his temper into every brutal fight on the ice. Teamwork and relationships are out of the question… or are they? Neither of them can deny something is different now. The sparks – there. The chemistry – simmering. The energy – off the charts. What happens when fate decides to teach them both a lesson—or two—about love? *** Big Stick Energy is perfect for fans who love hockey romances with all the slow-burn feels, swoony second-chances, or enemies-to-lovers stories that heat up the rink—and warm the heart.