***A Coach's Daughter, Enemies-To-Lovers, Steamy Hockey Romance*** When the rising star center forward for The Hawkeyes farm team gets a chance to move up to join the major league ranks, Penelope has to do everything in her power to keep her deep-seated grudge out of view. The puck bunnies might all be swooning over the new tatted-up player sitting on the home bench, but she won't be fooled. He's a wolf, disguised in a Hawkeyes jersey.

Penelope has never shared the heart-wrenching details of her and Slade's past with anyone, let alone her dad, but Slade's sudden appearance threatens to unravel her carefully guarded disdain. Slade Matthews, her father's protégé and her college bully are one and the same. She thought she'd never have to see him again, but with a new opening on the team and time of the essence to fill it, Slade gets his chance to move up.

Now she has to hide her six-year-long grudge against the charismatic player who won't stop trying to win her over as if he forgot what he did to her all those years ago. As Slade makes a play to win Penelope, she's torn between the past and the future. Just when things couldn't get more complicated – an old love interest comes back into the fold, a person she met in one of the college's tutoring chat rooms that up and disappeared on her years ago has returned.

Now, with her emotions skating on thin ice, Penelope finds herself in a tangled web of attraction, heartbreak, and rediscovered connections. Will she decide to let go of her grudge and finally let Slade in? Or is this an opportunity at a second chance with the pen pal who got away?

In the competitive world of college hockey, tensions run high and emotions skate on thin ice. When the protective daughter of a legendary coach, known for her grit and determination, crosses paths with the team's charismatic and talented star player, sparks fly. Their undeniable chemistry sets the stage for a rollercoaster of passion, rivalry, and discovery.

As they navigate this tumultuous arena, they must decide if love is worth the risk of breaking the rules that bind them.

Forbidden romance between a coach's daughter and a star player ignites the ice. Themes of perseverance ambition and hidden desire drive the narrative forward. Hockey’s intensity parallels the passion offering a unique romantic backdrop.

Dirty Score captures the intoxicating blend of fierce rivalry and undeniable attraction on and off the ice. The chemistry between the coach's daughter and the star player challenges their loyalty to family and team. As their connection intensifies they are drawn into a whirlwind of emotions testing their resolve and pushing boundaries.

With a backdrop of fast-paced games and cheering crowds their romance is as exhilarating as a breakaway goal. Hockey serves as the perfect metaphor for their relationship's ups and downs as they struggle to balance personal ambitions with deepening feelings. Secrets unfold and stakes rise placing them at a crossroads where taking risks could mean revealing their true desires.

By the final buzzer readers are left breathless having cheered for love despite the obstacles. This gripping installment in The Hawkeyes Hockey Series weaves sports romance and conflict into an unforgettable narrative.

The chemistry between the protagonists radiates off the page immersing readers into their intense world Passionate relatable characters navigate complex relationships bringing depth to their burgeoning romance. Dirty Score offers a fresh take on sports romance by intertwining an emotionally charged storyline with the thrilling backdrop of college hockey The stakes are high both on the ice and in the heart The dynamic writing style captures the essence of youthful ambition and forbidden love making it a standout read in the hockey romance genre It resonates with those who crave drama and unexpected twists.