The Pucker-Up Pact

by J.P. Sterling

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You know what they say about those no-kissing pacts . . . They are meant to be broken.

My first year playing center for the brand-new AHL team, and things are off to a disastrous start.

After losing my temper with the refs in front of a fan-filled arena, my coach devises a plan to “make me more likable.”

It’s a horrible plan that isn’t going to work.

He wants me to pretend to date a famous singer in hopes that her fans will become my fans.

The last thing I want to do is date, pretend to date, or think about dating. Who has time for that when I have hockey games to win? When my coach forces me to pose for a publicity photo with this woman, I vow to get it over with as quickly as possible.

But she has other plans for me.

With her ebony hair and mischievous smile, the unhinged female edges her way into my heart. When the magnetism between us explodes, it’s game over.

Just when I think I’m ready to let Sophie melt my heart, I uncover a devastating secret that changes everything.

The Pucker-Up Pact is a grumpy sunshine, revenge fake-dating, sweet romantic comedy with a HEA.

🏒 Instant chemistry

🏒 Revenge Fake Dating

🏒 Forced Proximity

🏒 She’s mine vibes

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Book Details

Genre

Romantic Comedy

Subgenre

Small Town, Sports

Series

Sweet Hockey Romco • Book 1000

Audience

Adult

Bell Peppers

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Profanity

1 None

Violence

1 None

Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco

1 None

Publication Date

July 10, 2024

Language Versions

English

Narration Type

Human

Fiction Form

Novel

Editorial Reviews

"The kiss to end all kisses." Amazon reviewer

Cute story

This story is very sweet with all the feels. It has good writing and lovable characters. A good mix of small rien and sport romance.

Fake dating novella.

It sounded like a really cute story. I enjoyed the beginning where Sophie caught her boyfriend cheating on her. Now I don’t think revenge is the best option in real life, but it made an interesting twist in the story. Unfortunately, I did not like the way the owner and coach of Axel’s hockey team approached her. I also didn’t care for Axel. I thought some of his grumpiness would ease up, but I didn’t feel that at all. I didn’t think there was good chemistry between the two and kind of lost interest about halfway through. I did finish it, but probably wouldn’t plan on reading it again. I did listen to the audiobook. I thought the narrators did a good job. It is a clean, wholesome romance, I do appreciate that. I have read other books from this author and I have enjoyed them so I think this was just a missed hit for me. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Cute Story

Ice hockey - yes, please. Hunky Axl with temperament issues is forced to link up with Sophie who has a boyfriend with a cheating issue, and she might be interested in a bit of revenge. I love her family and small town dynamics. The bantering is fun as are the water gun fights. Sweet, funny ending.