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Playing for Keeps
Series · 6 books · 2021-2023

Books in series

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#1

Cutie Pie

2021

This bossy hockey star just met his curvy match. Laney Weston Davies, bad boy of the NHL, was my dad's hero. He's a beast on the ice…and off. He's also rude, arrogant, and way too hot. I came to the game to thank him for making my dad's last year so happy. I'm leaving as the winner of a Valentine's Day date with him. Why do I get the feeling he's behind my random selection? And why am I thinking about actually following through? This has bad idea written all over it. Weston Nothing gets me as heated as a bad call on the ice. Until I save Laney Briggs from a wayward puck. She's got the brightest eyes and the cutest annoyed face I've ever seen. I probably shouldn't have offered to sign her chest. I really shouldn't have scammed my way into a date with her. But there's something about her that drives me wild. She thinks I'm an arrogant jerk. I think she was made to be mine. Now I just have to convince her that I'm worth the hassle.
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#2

Ice Breaker

2021

This bossy hockey star is playing for keeps with his publicist's heart. Gray As a hockey star, women expect me to be a player. But dating was never on my agenda until team management made me participate in a Win a Date contest. My date was a disaster...and now I need a new publicist. Mine sold the humiliating photos to the press. Enter Camila Gomes, the curvy Brazilian goddess I can't resist. She doesn't like athletes and doesn't date clients. But I'll find a way to prove I'm worth the hassle. Because there's no way I'm letting this woman get away. Camila I knew nothing good would come of agreeing to Kelsey Lane's plea to represent Gray Larsen. He's hot, bossy, and an athlete...three things I've never handled well. But when he smiles at me, I go up in flames. Maybe I should have taken him up on his offer to fire me. Because the more time I spend around him, the harder it is to tell him no. Warning This older hockey player knows exactly what he wants…the heart of his younger, curvy publicist! If you enjoy laugh-out-loud hockey romance, over-the-top declarations, and steamy-sweet romance, you'll love Gray and Camila's story! As always, Nichole Rose titles come complete with a sticky-sweet and guaranteed HEA.
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#3

Ice Prince

2021

When life spins wildly out of control, a bossy hockey star and a curvy maid will find forever…or be forever ruined. Theo Kline I know everything there is to know about hockey. Right now, I'd give everything just to understand her. Charlotte Mabry is a curvy little goddess with the sweetest smile. She's also my mother's boyfriend's favorite niece. Dating her is off the table so I hired her to work for me instead. I never expected to find her asleep in my bed. Or for our first kiss to hit the news. But I don't care who knows about us. She's mine now. Charlotte Mabry My mom always told me falling in love was easy. But she left out important instructions. Like what to do when your Prince Charming is a hockey star… And you're a certified hot mess. She also forgot to mention what to do when you find yourself homeless and falling asleep in his bed. When I dreamed of Theo kissing me, I didn't expect it to end up like this. Now the whole world is watching, and I'm one disaster away from infamy. When he finds out the truth, he'll never look at me the same way again. And I already know losing him will break me. Warning When this OTT hockey star falls for a hot mess, there's danger on the ice. Just kidding. But there is a lot of steam, which is basically the same thing. If you enjoy laugh-out-loud comedy, adorably sweet hockey stars, and hopeless heroines, you'll love Theo and Charlotte! As always, Nichole Rose books come complete with a sticky sweet and guaranteed HEA.
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#4

Ice Giant

2022

Jonas Michaud There are two places I'm not supposed to be: in trouble and in a gentleman's club. But thanks to my sister, I find myself in both anyway. And just in time to rescue the sports reporter who drives me crazy. Jamie Knight is the curviest little enemy I've ever had. She's been publishing stories about my hockey teammates for years. But I want her attention focused on me. Finding me in Dionysus is the story of her career. Imagine my surprise when it never airs. She's determined to keep her secrets. I intend to uncover every single one. And I have no intention of backing down until she's mine. Jamie Knight There are two things I did not expect: being propositioned in a dungeon or being saved by the hockey player of my dreams. But thanks to my best friend, here I am anyway. I only came to Dionysus to get a peek at Nashville's naughtiest. Instead, I'm leaving with the story of my lifetime. But I've been in love with Jonas Michaud and his wild ways since I set eyes on him. Publishing this story would destroy him, and that's the last thing I want to do. So I keep his secret to keep my own. But I did not expect him to declare war on my traitorous heart. He knows my deepest desires now. And this ice giant has every intention of using them to make me melt. When this giant sets his sights on his curvy girl, nothing will stop him from claiming her. If you enjoy OTT possessive hockey players, curvy heroines, and steamy hockey romance, you'll love this wicked Canadian and his favorite journalist.
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#5

Cold as Ice

2023

Captain of the team? He's not giving up until he's Captain of her heart. Kris When you're the Captain, you get what you want. Until the one thing you want refuses to cooperate. I've been chasing Kelsey, our feisty publicist, for years. She won't give me the time of day. I know she wants me too. I see it in her eyes every time she looks at me. But she runs as soon as I get close. I've let her get away with it until now. But the day she tries to quit without notice? All bets are off. I'm claiming this curvy queen, no matter what. Kelsey Trying to keep this hockey team in line is exhausting. It's like herding feral cats with a penchant for scandal. They never do what I say. Except for Kris. He's the only one who ever listens. I've been in love with him for years. But he doesn't know that I've been sick most of my life. I've tried to protect him, but the truth is out now. And I can't hide anymore. But letting this man love me is the most terrifying thing I've ever done. Am I strong enough, or are we on the fast track to heartbreak? Warning When the team captain makes a play for the publicist, he won't back down until he's Captain of her heart. If you enjoy laugh-out-loud comedy, steamy romance, over-the-top hockey players, and sassy heroines, you'll love Kris and Kelsey's emotional story. As always, Nichole Rose titles come with a sugary-sweet and guaranteed HEA. This book deals with chronic illness and infertility.
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#6

Ice Storm

2023

A secret relationship with his best friend's baby sister? This hockey star may be in over his head. Kellan's story is coming soon. These hockey stars know a thing or two about winning, but when it comes to falling in love, they're in for a few surprises. Get ready to laugh, cry, and swoon as these over-the-top men go all-in when they meet the women meant for them. This time, they're not just playing to win. They're playing for keeps. And the whole world is watching.

Author

Nichole Rose
Nichole Rose
Author · 108 books

Nichole Rose writes filthy, feel-good curvy girl romance. Her books feature headstrong, sassy women and the alpha males who consume them. From grumpy detectives to country boys with attitude to instalove and over-the-top declarations, nothing is off-limits. Nichole is sure to have a steamy, sweet story just right for everyone. She fully believes the world is ugly enough without trying to fit falling in love into a one-size-fits-all box. When not writing, Nichole enjoys fine wine, cute shoes, and everything supernatural. She is happily married to the love of her life and is a proud mama to the world's most ridiculous fur-babies. She lives on the west coast. You can learn more about Nichole and her books at her website or by liking her on Facebook or following her on Twitter and Instagram.

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