Viper all star hockey player Dominick definitely has reason to be grumpy. This man’s family life is a great big flaming pile of messy, emotional garbage. It tore my heart out time and again. Matching him with sunny single mom Holly…mother to 10 year old hockey disaster Ben…is inspired and adorable. When community service lands Dom as the coach of Ben’s team, it doesn’t take long for the taciturn grump to feel protective about Ben. And then in turn, towards Holly. Add in a douchey ex/belittling dad, a hilariously bawdy bff (hers), a team of supportive and hunky hockey players and a ton of chemistry and we have my favorite couple of the series. I love how these two become friends and supporters of Ben way before their clothes come off. Dominick’s growth and Holly’s gentle, honest support for the man, not the player was a joy to watch. I can always count on Stacey Lynn to bring great storytelling and lovable characters to every book she writes.