S.E.X. Review~ Boston Rebels Box Set by Scott & Locey

Four hockey players. Four unforgettable love stories. One collection packed with heart, heat, and happy endings.

Welcome to the Boston Rebels.

A rookie hockey player discovers that falling in love can be every bit as life-changing as being drafted into the NHL. A summer fling between a hockey star and his best friend's brother turns into something neither man can walk away from. A surprise child brings two men together in the middle of a heartbreaking custody battle. And as Christmas approaches, a second chance at first love collides with danger, secrets, and a snowstorm that changes everything.

From the bright lights of professional hockey to small-town cabins buried in snow, the men of the Boston Rebels are about to learn that love rarely follows the rules.

Featuring found family, first love, second chances, best friends to lovers, best friend's brother, single parent romance, emotional journeys, unforgettable characters, and all the hockey action readers love, this collection includes the first four books in the bestselling Boston Rebels series:

Top Shelf was a wonderful start to authors RJ Scott & V.L. Locey’s newest hockey series, Boston Rebels. What I loved most about the collaboration of these two lovely ladies, was they never forget the crossing of other books in their series and always pay close attention to details.

Xander, a hockey player for the Rebels, finally came out as bi. Mason was brother to Eli, Xander’s best friend and teammate. Once the news came to light, Mason decided to take charge of his unrequited love for Xander and move things along.

I loved the banter between oh so serious Xander and his teammates. All a little bit quirky, each man added a nuance that enhanced the storyline. Finally able to be himself, Xander was unrepentant once he allowed his feelings for Mason to come forth. Together the men made a striking couple.

At first, I thought Mason would be whiny and needy, but I was so happy to find that I adored him from the start, as he truly loved Xander from afar, and when the opportunity arose to explore his feelings, he did so with maturity. Don’t get me wrong, there were very funny laugh out loud parts to the story, which kept this reader intrigued and amused.

Back Check by Scott and Locey was an experience in love and life. Isaac raised his toddler niece from the time her mother- his sister- passed away shortly after giving birth. A wild child, Sophie’s mother never named the father, leaving Isaac to shoulder the load of raising a sick child.

Enter Joachim, hockey player who happened to be Sophie’s paternal unit and a life saving match for the bone marrow needed for Sophie to survive her illness and lead a happy and fruitful life.

While the hockey was not an integral part of the overall story, it kept with the arching theme of the series. But the bad-boy, struggling hockey player theme was well done and enhanced the characters. While Joachim struggled with his addiction, his desire to be a father never wavered. In fact, he was relentless which sometimes came out as over the top, yet the author’s characterization kept his overzealousness in check. Isaac’s handling of Sophie was endearing and his love for her radiated throughout. Once he and Joachim got their act together the two men created a new family and bond which transformed the story.

I must admit that when I read a Scott & Locey book about hockey, I’m hoping for more hockey. Snowed did not give a lot of hockey but delivered drama. Kyle, goalie for the Rebels was hurt in an unfortunate accident- sidelined- he headed back to Canada to the small town he grew up in and the man he left behind. Christian loved Kyle and hockey, but his life kept him in Canada until Kyle showed up on doorstep in the middle of a snowstorm.

Snowed was an interesting read and kept me on the edge of my seat. I enjoyed the drama and intrigue, but I think I would have like the book even more if it wasn’t part of a hockey series. It was more of a drama.

Did I love the book? Yes!

Did I want more hockey? Yes, if it is in a hockey trope.

But again, did I love the drama? Yes!

Definte S.E.X.

A five handcuff review

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S.E.X. Review~ MM First Hockey Romances by RJ Scott & VL Locey

Three hockey romances. Three unforgettable first loves. One collection full of heart, heat, and happily-ever-afters.

A rising hockey star falls for his older coach... and his brother's best friend.

A veteran player finally gives in to years of forbidden attraction when one unforgettable summer changes everything.

A Hollywood actor desperate to land the role of a lifetime needs a hockey superstar to teach him the game, but the chemistry between them quickly goes off script.

Filled with swoony romance, sizzling chemistry, best friend's brother, age gap, fake dating, celebrity glamour, and the passion of professional hockey, the Hockey Romance Firsts Collection brings together three fan-favorite M/M romances where taking the biggest risk can lead to the greatest love story.

MM Romance Firsts by RJ Scott & VL Locey was a wonderful start to three collections of hockey romance books. Setting the stage for their series, the three bools gave in insight to the characterization and world building to come.

Each book focused on specific characters with drama and taste. As each story unfolded, the men were able to grow, mature, and find common ground in all their endeavors.

As always, for this reader, MM AND hockey…..right up my alley.

Definite S.E.X.

A five handcuff review

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S.E.X. Review~ Rough Draft by RJ Scott & V.L. Locey

Success isn’t measured in goals or stats; it’s a rough draft waiting to be rewritten.

Walker Hannan was supposed to be the next big thing in the NHL. But instead of carving out a legendary career, he's been sent down to the minors to fix his game—and his attitude. The rink used to be his sanctuary, but now it feels like his prison. Angry, frustrated, and desperate to claw his way back, the last thing Walker needs is a distraction.

Enter Finn Carter—elementary school art teacher, eternal optimist, and the human equivalent of sunshine. With his paint-stained hands and infectious smile, Finn is everything Walker isn’ open, warm, and willing to see the beauty in the mess. He knows life isn’t about perfection—it’s about expression. And somehow, against all odds, he starts to chip away at the walls Walker has spent years building.

But just when Walker begins to believe there’s more to life than hockey, he gets the call he’s been waiting for—his shot at the NHL, his second chance.

Now, with his career on the line and his heart tangled in something real, Walker has to Can he fight for his place on the ice without losing the one person who taught him how to live beyond it?

Rough Draft is a heartfelt opposites-attract, grumpy/sunshine, MM hockey romance about love, ambition, and finding a home where you least expect it.

The Games We Play - Season 2 is the second season of this multi-author minor league hockey romance series! All titles run concurrently through the same hockey season and the books can be read in any order, so jump in anywhere!

Rough Draft by Scott and Locey was part of a multi author hockey series, The Games We Play Season 2. Angst, humor, and love all found its way into the book.

Walker was a hockey player sent down due to anger issues, told to work on his life both on and out of the rink. Finn was an art teacher who led an interesting group of hockey players who needed to find an inner calmness and learn to deal with their issues.

Walker and Finn were attracted to each other from the start but walked a thin line. Their chemistry radiated throughout and once they acknowledged their attraction, things moved progressively fast.

Scott and Locey wrote about sensitive topics without sugar coating anything. They also infused humor into each character while taking nothing away from their personalities. I always enjoy the pairing of the two authors as their synergy is as seamless as their characters.

Sexy & Sizzling

A four handcuff review

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S.E.X. Review~ Blitz by Scott & Locey

Cole “Trick” Harrington III has made a career out of pretending he doesn’t care. Not about his past, his name, or the father who built a megachurch empire off judgment and control. Trick torched every bridge back to Atlanta, deliberately wrecked his career, and buried his truth so deep even he started to forget it. Now traded to the Harrisburg Railers, he's skating on thin ice, with a reputation for arrogance and a career teetering on the edge. The last thing he needs is a PR stunt tying him to a squeaky-clean football star, particularly one who is sexy, strong, and always freaking happy. As Trick is forced to confront his growing attraction and deal with the past he’s spent years ignoring—including the younger sister he never knew existed—he realizes that the most brutal battles aren’t fought on the ice. They’re fought in the heart. And this time, he has to stop running.

Tom Fulkowski has led a charmed life. Starting with a typical middle-class childhood in Philly, his skill at catching quarterbacks has propelled him to the heights of pro football. He’s got the rings, he’s got the cash, and he’s got the cars. He’s also got a bad back, achy knees, and a yearning to move on. With one final season to play with the Philadelphia Pumas before retirement, Tom looks forward to that next phase of his life. He’s just not sure what the next phase is exactly. Then, out of the blue, he meets a wild-eyed hockey player with a chip the size of the Liberty Bell on his shoulder. As he and Cole grow closer, he finds a depth to the younger man that resonates deeply. If only Cole would slow down and let Tom catch up to him, they might win it all.

Blitz is an MM romance featuring a bad-boy hockey player with a past he can’t outrun, a football legend on the verge of retirement, a forced PR stunt that might turn into something real, and a game-changing journey to their happy-ever-after.

Blitz, Railers Legacy by Scott and Locey was a wonderful addition to their fantastic spin off series. Troubled and closeted hockey player met closeted golden boy football player, and the sparks flew. Trick had baggage a mile long; urges he attempted to suppress, a preacher father who controlled his every move, and a guilt-ridden psyche. Tom was a closeted gay football player, on the brink of retirement and desired love and a relationship. Luckily, the men were thrown together for a photo campaign and soon realized all their desires could come true.

What I loved about the writing style of RJ Scott & VL Locey was they never forget their true nature of the story, warts and all. There was never any sugar coating; hard ache occurred and sensitive topics discussed, but the light was found at the end of the tunnel.

Both Trick and Tom were super likeable characters, with their own flaws yet tons of charisma. From troubled, self-sabotaging hockey player to sunshine football player, both Trick and Tom were able to make the relationship work. Good friends along the way helped pave their true course and Blitz was a nice continuation of characters from Speed.

Sexy & Sizzling

A four handcuff review

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S.E.X. Review~ Second by RJ Scott & V.L. Locey

When he’s lost everything, can Michael rebuild his broken life and find a love worth fighting for?

In the high-stakes world of professional hockey, Michael "Zeetoo" Zhang once had the potential to shine even brighter than his older brother, captain of the LA Storm. But one wrong turn and a growing gambling habit have led him down a treacherous path. After a run of bad luck, he's left with nothing but debts, and after an arrest, he's slammed with a non-custodial sentence of work in the community. Fate takes an unexpected turn when he is placed in an inner-city garden project, where he encounters Bryce, the enigmatic and surly manager of the project, who harbors a deep resentment toward him. Despite Bryce's cold demeanor, Michael wants to prove himself worthy of being loved, if only the scars of past failures and the constant shadow of his brother's success didn't haunt him and leave him feeling lost and alone.

Bryce Kincaid is chased by his own brand of demons, and years out from his mistakes, he's determined to stick to one path and never waver, just in case he once again loses control. Michael Zhang is everything Bryce doesn't want in his life; temptation wrapped in sex, the hockey player is a man on the edge, and to fall for him would mean Bryce opening his heart to hurt.

As they work side by side, the walls around Bryce's heart begin to crack, revealing a vulnerability that even Michael can't resist. Drawn to each other they discover a passion that goes beyond the ice and the earth, and find a love that defies the odds. Only, just as Michael starts to believe in second chances, his past catches up with him, threatening to derail his life completely, and destroy Bryce right along with him. If he wants a life with Bryce then Michael must confront the demons of his past and fight for the future he never thought he deserved.

The dynamics between Bryce and Michael in Second slowly burned to sizzle as the storyline unfolded and progressed. Authors Scott and Locey gave us insight into the world of hockey, but additionally the world of addiction. Both Bryce and Michael battled their different addictions and everyday fought to keep the demons at bay. As they progressed through life, forgave themselves and others, their world came together in synergy and companionship.

I appreciated that the authors did not make the storyline unbelievable in the life of addiction, but allowed the characters to experience true trials and prejudices that those afflicted face every day. More than a hockey book, Second was inspiring and made my heart happy.

Bryce’s son and the wonderfully charismatic landlord added appeal and a nuance that gave more depth to the storyline. I appreciated the book is more than hockey genre, but that of life, and all that can interfere.

A great series, Second was a sure-fire hit.

Definite S.E.X.

A five handcuff review

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S.E.X. Review~ Blade by Scott & Locey

Love doesn’t have a formula. It’s messy, unpredictable, and impossible to control for the autistic billionaire inventor and the hockey player who believes he’s lost everything.

Moral “Dunny” Dunkirk has a passion for life. A robust outdoorsman, lover of life, and one of the Boston Rebels fan favorites, Dunny has always embraced excitement and the drive to try new things. During his inaugural flight behind the controls of a small plane, the fates decide to test his mettle in a way that he had never envisioned. When everything crashes down around him, he’s lost in depression and alone in his cabin, facing an existence that is nothing like the one he previously led. Desperate to find some hope, Dunny reaches out to The Harvey Foundation who might be able to help, and he soon finds himself being lifted out of the pit of darkness he’d fallen into one shy uplifting smile at a time.

Accidental billionaire and inventor Cooper Harvey is only happy in the seclusion of his lab, creating new and wonderful things he is sure will make the world a better place. Being on the spectrum, he knows being autistic means he's different to others, but it's in a good way, and it only makes him better at what he does. Other than being blackmailed into spending every fourth Sunday at his PA’s house for dinner, he avoids the chaos of the world, and if that means no social life, then he’s okay with that. In the most splendid isolation money can buy, he escapes the complicated and difficult emotions surrounding attraction, and his single-minded focus means that sex and love have never appeared on his list. When his latest invention reaches the testing stage, he would normally hand it over to his development team, but a chance meeting with the test subject makes him rethink. Something about the hockey player who’d lost it all makes him think life isn’t all about measured chemical reactions, and sometimes it’s just about the craziness of love.

Usually, when a book is about a sport, I expect lots and lots of sports action. I’ve said this before. I now stand corrected in saying that when it came to Blade, Boston Rebels by Scott & Locey, for this reader, by far the best book in the series!

Moral and Cooper had an unconventional pairing. One a pro hockey player attempting to recovery from catastrophic injury, the other the man who would help heal him- mind, body, and spirit.

I adored both these characters. Scott & Locey delivered everything I would expect with sensitivity, style, and grace. Their understanding of each other without actively seeking it was a refreshing nuance and left me smiling as I turned each page.

Even though the romance was quick, I did not feel as if it was out of place. Both consenting adults trying to make sense of their respective places in the world. The authors navigated their story in proper fashion allowing the characters to speak to them.

Definite S.E.X.

A five handcuff review

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2022 ©Evelise Archer All rights reserved. This is a work of fiction. All names, characters, locations, and incidents are products of the author’s imagination, or have been used fictionally. Any resemblance to actual persons living or dead, locales, or events is entirely coincidental. No portion of this work may be transmitted or reproduced in any form, or by any means, without permission in writing from the author.

S.E.X. Review~ Back Check by Scott & Locey

Meeting Joachim could save his daughter’s life, but it may well cost Isaac his heart.

It’s been one hell of a year for Joachim Löfgren. After a long summer in rehab, he’s been moved to a new town, one far away from the warm Florida sun he so adores, to bolster a struggling Boston defense since the departure of their beloved team captain. He hadn’t even unpacked his skates properly when fate lands another blow, and he’s told that he is dad to a gravely ill child he never knew existed. It’s an easy decision for the burly defenseman to help and he opens up his new home to his child and her guardian Isaac. He’s instantly enchanted with the preschooler as well as her uncle and decides that his life will only be complete if his daughter is part of it. Filing for custody is the only option he feels he has, but this throws his budding relationship with Isaac into utter chaos. The two men soon find themselves on opposite sides of the courtroom as they both fight for the life they feel is best for Sophia.

Despite grieving for the loss of his sister, Isaac doesn’t hesitate to take on the responsibility for his newborn niece Sophia, creating a brand new family of two built on love and laughter. He has a steady income painting pet portraits during the day, but it’s the subversive and satirical cartoons he draws at night that silence his thoughts in the dark. They don’t have much as a family, but he is Sophia’s dad now, and nothing and no one will ever come between them. When a routine pediatric checkup shows that Sophia is ill, it forces Isaac to confront every one of his fears. Finding a matching donor is her only hope, and Isaac begins the journey to find Sophia’s mysterious father. There are no names or dates in his sister’s battered journal, and all Isaac knows is that he’s looking for a hockey player who was nothing more than a one-night stand. Little does he know that finding Joachim could destroy everything.

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Back Check, Boston Rebels 2 by Scott and Locey was an experience in love and life. Isaac raised his toddler niece from the time her mother- his sister- passed away shortly after giving birth. A wild child, Sophie’s mother never named the father, leaving Isaac to shoulder the load of raising a sick child.

Enter Joachim, hockey player who happened to be Sophie’s paternal unit and a life saving match for the bone marrow needed for Sophie to survive her illness and lead a happy and fruitful life.

While the hockey was not an integral part of the overall story, it kept with the arching theme of the series. But the bad-boy, struggling hockey player theme was well done and enhanced the characters. While Joachim struggled with his addiction, his desire to be a father never wavered. In fact, he was relentless which sometimes came out as over the top, yet the author’s characterization kept his overzealousness in check. Isaac’s handling of Sophie was endearing and his love for her radiated throughout. Once he and Joachim got their act together the two men created a new family and bond which transformed the story.

Additionally, I appreciated the author’s allowing us a glimpse into the future for the family. Definitely a nice touch.

Sexy & Sizzling

A four handcuff review

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S.E.X. Review~ Top Shelf by RJ Scott & V.L. Locey

Acting on the attraction to his best friend’s brother has always been off the table for Xander until a passionate hookup with Mason at a beach resort begins a love affair that burns long after summer ends.

Mason specializes in assisting same-sex couples on their journey to becoming parents and fighting every rule that blocks his way in the stuck-in-the-past agency that hired him. Living in his brother’s pool house is rent-free, and every cent he earns he saves for his dream—that one day he’d have his own company helping others. The downside is that he has to see his annoying brother every day, the upside is that his brother’s teammates from the Boston Rebels make regular visits. The eye candy that passes Mason’s window is almost enough to make him consider dating a hockey player, but not just any player though. Ever since Xander—his brother’s childhood friend—came out as gay at a press conference, Mason’s puppy love has turned into a burning attraction he can no longer ignore.

Hockey has been one of Xander’s main focuses since he was old enough to balance on skates. Well, hockey and Mason Kingsley, but Mason was always unattainable. Now that he’s about to see thirty candles on his birthday cake and is no longer hiding the fact he’s gay, he’s ready to find a soul mate to make his life complete. A summer vacation is just what he needs to have time to think, but when the Boston Rebels arriving in paradise with Mason in tow, thinking is the last thing he needs. One torrid night under a balmy moon and rules about not messing with his best friend’s brother vanish on a warm, tropical breeze.

Summer romances don’t generally last past Labor Day, but with the new season about to begin Xander and Mason are going to have to face the world and decide if their love is real enough to withstand everything.

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Top Shelf was a wonderful start to authors RJ Scott & V.L. Locey’s newest hockey series, Boston Rebels. What I loved most about the collaboration of these two lovely ladies, was they never forget the crossing of other books in their series and always pay close attention to details.

Xander, a hockey player for the Rebels, finally came out as bi. Mason was brother to Eli, Xander’s best friend and teammate. Once the news came to light, Mason decided to take charge of his unrequited love for Xander and move things along.

I loved the banter between oh so serious Xander and his teammates. All a little bit quirky, each man added a nuance that enhanced the storyline. Finally able to be himself, Xander was unrepentant once he allowed his feelings for Mason to come forth. Together the men made a striking couple.

At first, I thought Mason would be whiny and needy, but I was so happy to find that I adored him from the start, as he truly loved Xander from afar, and when the opportunity arose to explore his feelings, he did so with maturity. Don’t get me wrong, there were very funny laugh out loud parts to the story, which kept this reader intrigued and amused.

In the end, the received their HEA and I look forward to more in the series.

Definite S.E.X.

A five handcuff review

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S.E.X. Review~ Sugar and Ice by Scott & Locey

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Length: 51,000 words approx.

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Arizona Raptors Series

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When love is on the line, the worst decisions can end up having the best endings.
Tate Collins, an all-American hockey phenomenon, was the highly marketable face of Dallas hockey. Loaded down with endorsements and playing his best game, he was a superstar and a household name. No one ever expected him to fail, but overnight, after the worst decision of his life, everything spirals out of his control. Abruptly, his reputation is in tatters, and he’s traded to the Arizona Raptors in a shocking move. Brushing off the wild and unfounded accusations that he faces on social media, and stuck on the second line, he keeps his head down and works hard to earn his spot. Tate knows he can make a difference if only his teammates would let him. Something has to change for him to earn their respect, but falling for the captain might not be his best move.

Vladislav Novikov has been called many things over his long and illustrious career, but the new nickname of Iceberg seems to fit best. Perhaps it’s due to his icy blue eyes, or the way he rams into opposing players as he defends his goalie. Or maybe it’s because of his cool demeanor when not playing the game he loves. Whatever the reason, it’s why he’s the perfect team captain for this wild bunch of puck-pushers. His perfectly controlled life is smooth as ice until Tate Collins rides into Tucson with his apple pie ways and those damn dimples. The young superstar immediately catches his eye. Despite knowing better than to start something with a teammate, the big, bad Iceberg is about to have that chilly veneer around his heart melted away by Tate one sweet kiss at a time.

USA Today bestselling author RJ Scott writes stories with a heart of romance, a troubled road to reach happiness, and most importantly, a happily ever after.
RJ Scott is the author of over one hundred romance books, writing emotional stories of complicated characters, cowboys, millionaire, princes, and the men who get mixed up in their lives. RJ is known for writing books that always end with a happy ever after. She lives just outside London and spends every waking minute she isn’t with family either reading or writing.

The last time she had a week’s break from writing she didn’t like it one little bit, and she has yet to meet a bottle of wine she couldn’t defeat.

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USA Today Bestselling Author V.L. Locey – Penning LGBT hockey romance that skates into sinful pleasures.

V.L. Locey loves worn jeans, yoga, belly laughs, walking, reading and writing lusty tales, Greek mythology, Torchwood and Dr. Who, the New York Rangers, comic books, and coffee. (Not necessarily in that order.) She shares her life with her husband, her daughter, one dog, two cats, a pair of geese, far too many chickens, and two steers.

When not writing spicy romances, she enjoys spending her day with her menagerie in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania with a cup of fresh java in one hand and a steamy romance novel in the other.

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Sugar and Ice by Scott & Locey was a wonderful addition to the Arizona Raptors series and the one I connected with the most. I enjoyed all the books in the series, but there was something about Vlad and Tate that tugged at my heart strings. Vlad’s vulnerability shone throughout as he warred with the thought of protecting his family and falling for the newest member of the Raptors.

I must admit, when I first started reading the book, I thought that Scott & Locey created a character that I finally would hate, but their wonderful writing drew me into Vlad’s personality and made me see into his heart- A testament to their writing ability of passion and realism.

The connection between Tate and Vlad was apparent from the start and the author’s nurtured their relationship both on and off the ice. The insertion of Frank had this reader laughing out loud, a great touch.

As always, Scott & Locey did not forget their past characters from previous books and intertwined them into the newest addition to the series. Colorado, Ryker, Henry, Apollo- just to name a few.

Hockey, strong and vulnerable men, and great writing; what more could a person want.

Definite S.E.X.

A five handcuff review

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2020 ©Evelise Archer All rights reserved. This is a work of fiction. All names, characters, locations, and incidents are products of the author’s imagination, or have been used fictionally. Any resemblance to actual persons living or dead, locales, or events is entirely coincidental. No portion of this work may be transmitted or reproduced in any form, or by any means, without permission in writing from the author.

S.E.X. Review~ Final Shot by V.L. Locey

Sometimes family is the light that leads you through the darkest parts of life.

Living the dream. That’s been Dan Arou-Kalinski’s life for the past ten years. That life hasn’t always been an easy one though. Dan has worked hard to get where he is and has faced some major obstacles on his road to success. It’s not always been a rose garden being married to Victor, but his love for his sometimes thorny husband has no bounds. His career has given him years of great success, memories, and championship rings. Yes, fate has been kind to Dan Arou-Kalinski for quite a long time. Looks like destiny is about to start calling in some markers.

The paybacks come due when a recurring health issue turns into a life or death situation and threatens to take him out of the game he loves permanently. Then there’s Victor’s son Jack, a proud and out nonbinary preteen who is living a daily nightmare in a small southern town. Juggling two major life issues is taking its toll on him, and just when he thinks he’s found the path out of the woods, Dan will face an unexpected and devastating loss that will require all three of the Kalinski men to pull together to help each other through the dark times.

Angst and heartache were not in short order in V.L. Locey’s new addition to her Overtime series, Final Shot. Grab a box of tissues because you will surely need them. Not wanting to give anything away, Final Shot furthered the story of Victor Kalinski and his hockey- scapper husband Dan Arou- Kalinski.

The tides of the book ebbed and flowed as the author took us on a ride unlike any other. One minute I was smiling and in the swipe of her words, I was reduced to tears- all in the name of writing a great book.

The lives of Vic and Dan unfolded as did those around them. Toss a genderfluid pre-teen into the mix and all hell was somehow going to break loss.  There was a fair bit of more romance in Final Shot, and we were given a greater glimpse of Vic’s softer side, of which I loved.

As in Rebound, nothing was forced, and every nuance was believable and true to form. The ups and down, the smiles, and heartaches- all a part of the microcosm of life.

Do not say that I didn’t warn you, as Final Shot will have you weeping. I look forward to the third book in the trilogy; Vic and Dan growing older and Jack finding true love.

Definite S.E.X.

A five-handcuff review

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S.E.X. Review~ Rebound by V.L. Locey

If there’s one thing that’s a certainty in life, it’s change.

It’s taken Victor Kalinski years to settle into the kind of happiness that he thought he’d never find. The small town of Cayuga, New York, has welcomed him warmly. It’s given him a championship team to coach, a tightly-knit group of friends, a father who he has reconciled with, and a safe place to raise the son he adores. The small town has also blessed him with Dan Arou, his husband and his soulmate, and one of the most skilled forwards on the Cougars. Given Dan’s outstanding play in their recent Calder Cup win, it was inevitable that Dan’s time in the minors was about to come to an end.

When Dan is given a starting position in Boston, Victor’s serene life is thrown into complete chaos. Pride over Dan’s accomplishment fills his heart but facing a long, lonely season in Cayuga is causing no small amount of discord. Add in a wedding that will give his son a new stepfather, health issues for his dad, and Victor’s own penchant for saying things that aren’t exactly politically correct, and the impending explosion is guaranteed to blow Vic’s life to bits. Life-altering choices will have to be made. Will Victor rebound from the challenges, or will he be unable to accept the upheavals that life has dealt him?

I thoroughly enjoyed Victor Kalinski and Dan Arou’s story in Rebound by V.L. Locey. She had me at hockey, and from there things just got better. Rough patches ahead for the former hockey star and his hockey husband, the story took readers through the tumultuous life of players on and off the ice.

Victor was lost professionally, which bled into his personal life, while things were on the upswing for Dan. Fortunately the men had each other and stuck together through thick and thin.

Ms. Locey gave us a story filled with angst and misgivings, but always a healthy dose of love. Vic and Dan played and loved fiercely, and I appreciated that the storyline was not forced. The author delivered believable characters with depth. Depth of understanding in the world of hockey and depth of understanding in life. Pitfalls befell the men, and the realism radiated through Ms. Locey’s characterization. Both men were larger than life characters.

They exuded strength with sentimental nuances, thus making them loveable characters, even through Vic’s rough and ready attitude. They personified sexiness in a non-sexy way- my kind of men!

The secondary characters were handled well, especially Jack- Vic and Dan’s son- a sweet precocious child with a boy & girl heart. Jack’s character enhanced the overall tale and delivered insight to a subject most do not write about. Ms. Locey did it with realism and did not sugar coat anything. She made her men to be open minded while knowing the realities of the world- which I hope many readers appreciated.

The first in the Overtime series, Rebound was a must read.

Definite S.E.X

A five handcuff review

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S.E.X. Review~ Guarding Garrett by RJ Scott

Buy Links: Amazon US | Amazon UK

Length: 40,000 words approx.

Cover Design: Meredith Russell

Blurb

A hardworking, competitive, and skilled hockey player, Garrett is the cornerstone of the Burlington Dragons hockey team and one of the league’s most popular playmakers. Blessed with a face that delivers millions in endorsements, he has a legion of fans, and a future so bright that he is the envy of many.

When his internet fame puts him in danger, and a stalker threatens his life, the team hires Jason, a quiet but deadly former marine, to protect him. Danger is always close, but forced proximity means sparks fly, attraction burns, and somehow, resentment turns to love.

When Garrett’s stalker ups their game at a charity bachelor auction, there is a real chance it could mean the end for Garrett, but Jason refuses to leave his side whatever the risk.

These two stubborn men will have to fight to walk away from this alive, but their newfound love is worth every sacrifice.

USA Today bestselling author RJ Scott writes stories with a heart of romance, a troubled road to reach happiness, and most importantly, a happily ever after.

RJ Scott is the author of over one hundred romance books, writing emotional stories of complicated characters, cowboys, millionaire, princes, and the men who get mixed up in their lives. RJ is known for writing books that always end with a happy ever after. She lives just outside London and spends every waking minute she isn’t with family either reading or writing.

The last time she had a week’s break from writing she didn’t like it one little bit, and she has yet to meet a bottle of wine she couldn’t defeat.

She’s always thrilled to hear from readers, bloggers and other writers. Please contact via the links below:

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Guarding Garrett by RJ Scott was worth the read as part of the Hockey Allies Bachelor Bid romances. Garrett, part of the hockey world, and the bachelor’s auction was under fire by an unknown stalker. Enter Jason, bodyguard and co-owner of Dearmax Consultancy, hired to keep Garrett safe while attempting to discover who wanted to harm the man.

I liked Garrett from the first book that I read in the romances, Keeping Kyle. I was happy to read Garrett’s story and learn about his life. Garrett was cocky, but in a likable way- he exuded confidence and swagger, while being humble. I appreciated his characterization through the author’s eyes.

I especially liked Jason- ex Marine turned bodyguard. Yes, aptly cliched, but worked so well, as did the coupling of him with Garrett.

Guarding Garrett’s who-dun-it, sexy hockey players, and sexy romances all made for a great read.

Sexy and Sizzling

A four handcuff review

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2020 ©Evelise Archer All rights reserved. This is a work of fiction. All names, characters, locations, and incidents are products of the author’s imagination, or have been used fictionally. Any resemblance to actual persons living or dead, locales, or events is entirely coincidental. No portion of this work may be transmitted or reproduced in any form, or by any means, without permission in writing from the author.