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The mystery, character introductions, violence and darker themes take up a substantial amount of the story, making this more of a dark suspense romance with spice rather than a spice centred read. 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Rook is determined to protect the secrets buried beneath Ponderosa Springs and refuses to let Sage interfere with his plans for revenge. Their history is complicated, their attraction is impossible to ignore and the line between hatred and desire becomes increasingly blurred as old wounds are reopened. As secrets surrounding their past begin to surface, Sage and Rook are forced to confront everything that happened between them while navigating danger, betrayal and revenge. 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Romance.io rates the book 5\/5 for spice and describes the content as explicit and plentiful, with readers also highlighting the BDSM and kink elements. The mystery, revenge plot and darker themes remain important, so the book is not purely focused on sex, but the romance and spice are much more prominent than in many dark romances. 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Surrounded by the wealthy and powerful, Ophelia quickly finds herself drawn into the dangerous world of the university and into the path of Alex Corbeau Green, the son of the man she believes is responsible for everything she has lost. Alex is arrogant, mysterious and impossible to ignore, and despite their immediate hostility, the attraction between them becomes increasingly difficult to deny. When Ophelia begins receiving threatening messages and realises someone may be stalking her, Alex unexpectedly becomes one of the people she can rely on. As secrets surrounding the university, their families and her parents' deaths begin to unravel, Ophelia must decide whether she can trust the man she was determined to hate. 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But when an anonymous tormentor begins threatening them both, Alex and Ophelia are drawn back together and forced to confront the secrets, hurt and feelings that still exist between them. With dark academia, mystery, betrayal, obsession and a complicated romance,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDaybreak\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a tense and emotional continuation filled with secrets, danger and romantic chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReaders have enjoyed the dramatic relationship between Alex and Ophelia, particularly the intense emotions, betrayal and complicated push-and-pull between them. The dark academia atmosphere, mystery and suspense add another layer to the romance, while fans of the first book appreciate getting more of the characters and their story. Some readers found the relationship frustrating at times and felt that certain parts of the plot or character development could have been explored more deeply. 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After a charity bachelor auction leads Cooper to publicly announce that Violet is his girlfriend, the two agree to keep up the fake relationship while his contract negotiations are underway. But pretending to be together becomes increasingly difficult when years of friendship turn into undeniable attraction. With fake dating, friends-to-lovers, best friend's sister, professional football, playful banter and plenty of chemistry,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMost Valuable Playboy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a fun, flirty and steamy sports romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReaders have praised\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMost Valuable Playboy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor its humour, easy-going atmosphere and strong chemistry between Cooper and Violet. The friends-to-lovers relationship is a favourite, particularly because of their existing friendship and the playful banter between them. Cooper's confident but romantic personality and Violet's quick wit also make them an enjoyable couple. Some readers felt the plot was fairly predictable and that the romance moves quickly, but overall it is a popular choice for readers looking for a light-hearted, funny and spicy football romance with plenty of flirting and feel-good moments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spicy Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57949951426942,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7310\/7838\/files\/9781464238451.jpg?v=1788282081"},{"product_id":"rival-darling","title":"Rival Darling","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌶️ Spice Level: 1\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViolet has one rule after having her heart broken by her school's hockey captain: never date a jock again. 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Reed's determination to win Violet over has also been popular, especially with readers who love the \"he falls first\" trope. Many readers describe the book as adorable, entertaining and easy to read, although some found the romance quite predictable or felt the relationship developed very quickly. 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When Paige asks Grayson to stop playing bodyguard and instead become her dating coach, he agrees—but he has a secret of his own. Grayson has been in love with Paige for years, and helping her find someone else might be his last chance to show her that the person she's been looking for has been right beside her all along. With grumpy-meets-sunshine, best friends-to-lovers, hockey, secret feelings and plenty of sweet romantic tension,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrumpy Darling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a fun and wholesome slow-burn romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReaders have particularly enjoyed the adorable chemistry between Paige and Grayson, with many loving the friends-to-lovers storyline, playful banter and Grayson's secretly protective nature. 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Some readers feel the story is quite slow and predictable at times, but overall it has been well received by readers looking for a sweet, light-hearted romance rather than something dark or spicy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spicy Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57949951656318,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7310\/7838\/files\/a90fd475004bb9fb6e6708d6dfd837157426664c.jpg?v=1788281842"},{"product_id":"the-wild-card-vancouver-storm-5","title":"The Wild Card: Vancouver Storm 5","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌶️ Spice Level: 7\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJordan Hathaway never expected to find herself working alongside Tate Ward, the Vancouver Storm's handsome, authoritative head coach and a man who seems to like everyone except her. But when Jordan's father threatens to sell the team, the two are forced to put their differences aside and work together to save the Storm. When Tate moves Jordan into his guest house, their forced proximity makes it increasingly difficult to ignore the attraction between them. As their walls begin to come down, Jordan discovers that beneath Tate's serious exterior is a funny, caring and protective single dad who may be exactly what she never knew she needed. 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But when Georgia needs to secure her inheritance and Alexei needs a solution of his own, a marriage of convenience seems like the perfect answer. Forced to live together and pretend they're newlyweds, their constant arguments soon become impossible-to-ignore attraction. As the lines between pretending and reality begin to blur, Georgia discovers that beneath Alexei's cold exterior is a surprisingly caring and protective man. With enemies-to-lovers tension, marriage of convenience, hockey, grumpy sunshine and plenty of chemistry,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eGloves Off\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a fun, steamy romance with plenty of banter and heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReaders have particularly enjoyed the fiery chemistry and banter between Georgia and Alexei, with many loving the transition from enemies who can't stand each other to a couple who become completely devoted to one another. Alexei's softer, protective side and the romantic gestures he makes toward Georgia are frequent favourites, while the marriage-of-convenience setup adds plenty of entertaining tension. Readers also praise the humour, emotional development and connections to the wider Vancouver Storm series. Some felt the beginning was slower and that Alexei's initial attitude was frustrating, but many found the second half especially satisfying. Overall,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eGloves Off\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas been very well received by fans of spicy hockey romance, enemies-to-lovers and grumpy heroes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spicy Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57949951754622,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7310\/7838\/files\/7a4395c0a90a6fc3d041967c6da12b2b06ceed2f.jpg?v=1788268310"},{"product_id":"blood-we-crave-part-one-the-hollow-boys-3","title":"Blood We Crave Part One (The Hollow Boys, 3) Sprayed Edge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🌶️ Spice Level: 7\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"puik-root not-prose not-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"fv0XaG_DilRenderer fv0XaG_DilResponseRoot J4E5kq_LegacyReveal dil-first-visible-layout w-full max-w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eLyra Abbott has always been drawn to the darkness, but nothing could prepare her for Thatcher Alexander Pierson. 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With a female stalker, a morally grey hero, psychological darkness, blood play, danger and an intense, unconventional romance, \u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eThe Blood We Crave: Part One\u003c\/span\u003e is a gripping and addictive dark romance for readers who like their love stories twisted, unpredictable and full of heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"puik-root not-prose not-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none absolute h-px w-px overflow-hidden opacity-0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"fv0XaG_DilRenderer fv0XaG_DilResponseRoot J4E5kq_LegacyReveal dil-first-visible-layout w-full max-w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eReviews:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eReaders have praised \u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eThe Blood We Crave: Part One\u003c\/span\u003e for its unique characters, dark atmosphere and unconventional romance, with Thatcher and Lyra's obsessive dynamic being particular highlights. 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In \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlood We Crave Part Two\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the secrets, betrayals and twisted relationships that have been building throughout the series reach a new level of intensity. As loyalties are tested and the characters are forced to confront the consequences of everything they've done, love becomes just as dangerous as the enemies surrounding them. With dark romance, morally grey characters, obsession, possessiveness, violence, suspense, found family and intense romantic tension, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlood We Crave Part Two\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a dark and addictive continuation of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHollow Boys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e series, packed with angst, danger and high-stakes relationships.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Paragraph-kKnbIo\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviews:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReaders praise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlood We Crave Part Two\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for its dark atmosphere, emotional intensity and complicated character relationships. The story delivers the obsessive and morally grey romance that fans of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHollow Boys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e series expect, while pushing the characters into increasingly dangerous situations. The romance is highly intense, with possessive dynamics, strong sexual tension and explicit on-page content alongside the darker themes and violence. Readers who enjoy dark romance, why-choose\/reverse-harem dynamics, morally grey characters, obsession, possessiveness, suspense and high-angst relationships may particularly enjoy this book.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Spicy Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58046626726270,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7310\/7838\/files\/6b2caa033ba59d2f14af2178404bf3ba15bf5957.jpg?v=1789651014"},{"product_id":"the-deal","title":"The Deal","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌶️ Spice Level: 6\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaylor Marsh has always struggled to feel like she belongs, especially among her sorority sisters. When they dare her to seduce Conor Edwards, Briar's newest hockey star and one of the hottest guys on campus, she decides to take the challenge. Conor is used to attention, but instead of laughing Taylor off, he agrees to help her pull off the ultimate fake-out. What starts as a simple dare quickly turns into a fake relationship neither of them expected to take seriously. As their attraction grows, pretending becomes increasingly difficult, and Taylor begins to discover that the confident, charming hockey player has far more depth than she first assumed. With fake dating, college romance, hockey, friends-to-lovers energy, banter, a curvy heroine and a sweet-but-confident hero, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a fun, steamy contemporary romance with plenty of chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviews:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReaders often praise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for its playful chemistry, easy-to-read writing and charming combination of hockey romance, fake dating and college drama. Taylor's insecurities give the romance an emotional layer, while Conor's confident, flirtatious personality creates plenty of banter and attraction. The romance is more light-hearted and relationship-focused than dark or intensely erotic, with the spice appearing through explicit open-door scenes rather than dominating the story. Readers who enjoy fun college romances, hockey players, fake relationships, friends-to-lovers dynamics and a sweeter take on a steamy romance may particularly enjoy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spicy Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58074460914046,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7310\/7838\/files\/59e9e8525cdace2bda0bf8ef18816e6dfa86c527.jpg?v=1790082657"},{"product_id":"the-deal-copy","title":"The Mistake","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌶️ Spice Level: 6\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Logan is a Briar University hockey star who is used to getting whatever—or whoever—he wants. But after a chance encounter with freshman Grace Ivers turns into something more than either of them expected, one mistake sends everything crashing down. Determined to win Grace back, Logan sets out to prove that he's more than the cocky hockey player she thought she knew. Grace, however, isn't the same shy girl anymore, and if Logan wants another chance, he's going to have to work for it. With second chances, college hockey, friends-to-lovers energy, a confident hockey hero, a take-charge heroine, banter, angst and plenty of sexual tension, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mistake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a fun, steamy contemporary romance with an emotional side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviews:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReaders often praise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mistake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for its addictive college setting, entertaining banter and strong chemistry between Logan and Grace. The second-chance romance gives the story an emotional element, while Logan's determination to win Grace back provides plenty of romantic tension and grovelling. The book features multiple explicit open-door scenes, but the spice remains part of a larger romance-focused story rather than being the main focus. Readers who enjoy hockey romance, second chances, college romance, confident heroes, strong heroines and plenty of chemistry may particularly enjoy this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spicy Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58074501022078,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7310\/7838\/files\/86134318e8f7c71ef025a40410be805998229d03.jpg?v=1790083003"},{"product_id":"the-mistake-copy","title":"The Score","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌶️ Spice Level: 6.5\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllie Hayes is dealing with a broken heart, an uncertain future and absolutely no intention of getting involved with another guy—especially not Dean Di Laurentis, Briar University's notorious hockey star and king of one-night stands. But after one very steamy night together, Dean becomes determined to prove that he's capable of being more than just a charming player. Allie insists they can stay friends, but Dean isn't exactly willing to give up that easily. As their friendship develops into something much more complicated, the lines between casual attraction and genuine feelings begin to blur. With hockey romance, friends-to-lovers, friends-with-benefits, secret relationships, banter, a confident hero and plenty of sexual tension, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Score\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a fun, steamy college romance with plenty of heart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviews:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReaders often praise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Score\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for its entertaining chemistry, playful banter and charismatic hero. Dean's confident, flirtatious personality creates plenty of romantic tension, while Allie's independence and determination give their relationship a fun push-and-pull dynamic. The romance includes multiple explicit open-door scenes, making it one of the hotter books in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOff-Campus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e series, while still keeping the main focus on the developing relationship and emotional storyline. Readers who enjoy hockey romance, college romance, friends-to-lovers, friends-with-benefits, secret relationships and cheeky, light-hearted chemistry may particularly enjoy this book.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spicy Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58074503283070,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7310\/7838\/files\/8ac53be117bd5640282f0f89b713c8f33804a2eb.jpg?v=1790083093"},{"product_id":"the-score-copy","title":"The Goal","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌶️ Spice Level: 6\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSabrina James has her entire future mapped out. She’s determined to graduate from college, get into law school and build a successful career that will take her far away from her difficult past. The last thing she needs is a relationship—especially with John Tucker, a gorgeous Briar University hockey player who believes in love at first sight. But after one unforgettable night together, Sabrina discovers that keeping Tucker at arm’s length isn't going to be as easy as she thought. When an unexpected pregnancy changes everything, Tucker is determined to step up and prove that he wants more than just a casual relationship. With hockey romance, accidental pregnancy, opposites attract, a fiercely independent heroine, a sweet and supportive hero, instant attraction and plenty of emotional tension, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Goal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a steamy college romance about ambition, trust, family and learning to let someone in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviews:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReaders often highlight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Goal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for its emotional storyline, strong chemistry and the contrast between Sabrina's fiercely independent personality and Tucker's warm, supportive nature. The unexpected pregnancy adds a major emotional element to the romance, while the hockey setting and college atmosphere keep it firmly within Elle Kennedy's signature \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOff-Campus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e world. The book contains multiple explicit open-door scenes, but the spice doesn't overshadow the relationship or the character development. Readers who enjoy hockey romance, accidental pregnancy, opposites attract, strong heroines, sweet heroes and emotionally driven contemporary romance may particularly enjoy this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spicy Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58074506101118,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7310\/7838\/files\/e0324f1d8d537addadf3f62c25a5f7febb0526f5.jpg?v=1790083229"},{"product_id":"the","title":"The legacy","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌶️ Spice Level: 6\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Briar hockey boys are back—but this time, they're navigating life after college. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Legacy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings together four stories featuring the beloved couples from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOff-Campus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e series as they face weddings, proposals, elopements and one very unexpected pregnancy. From figuring out what comes next to dealing with the realities of growing up, each couple finds themselves facing a new chapter in their relationship. Filled with familiar characters, humour, romance, hockey, established relationships and plenty of steamy moments, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Legacy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a fun collection for readers who aren't quite ready to say goodbye to the Briar crew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviews:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReaders enjoy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Legacy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for the chance to catch up with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOff-Campus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e couples and see what happens after their original stories end. The book keeps Elle Kennedy's trademark combination of humour, romance, banter and spice, while focusing more heavily on established relationships and the next stages of the characters' lives. The four interconnected stories bring plenty of romantic and emotional moments, alongside explicit open-door scenes. Readers who enjoyed the original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOff-Campus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e books and want more of their favourite couples, hockey romance, established relationships, weddings, proposals and light-hearted contemporary romance may particularly enjoy this collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spicy Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58074508984702,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7310\/7838\/files\/294c6a8fb1ae6d7cddc3ed8e8896be2f2e879d71.jpg?v=1790083468"},{"product_id":"the-legacy-copy","title":"Love Hypothesis","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root LR5Y_W_content markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌶️ Spice Level: 4\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOlive Smith is a third-year PhD candidate who doesn't believe in lasting romantic relationships—especially when she's busy trying to prove herself in the competitive world of academia. 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