The Games We Play Book 2: Just Add Ice by LC Chase

 

The Games We Play Book 2

Sparks fly when ice meets fire.

After eight years in the minors, Rayne “the Pain” Hamilton has realized two things: One, his chances of getting called up to the Big Show are rapidly dwindling with each passing season; and two, he needs a plan for life after hockey. What he doesn’t bargain for is the gorgeous instructor at the fire training center who ignites his heart with burning desire.

Nick Seavers had a great life until his husband died suddenly, and his sun blinked out. A demanding career firefighting and teaching the next generation of firefighters are the only things keeping him sane. The last thing he wants is one of the new trainees, a larger-than-life hockey player with mischievous eyes, taking up space in his head and making him feel things he never thought he’d feel again.

As the heat rises between Rayne and Nick, trade rumors begin circulating and Rayne has to decide: Move to yet another city and start all over again or step off the ice and into the fire with Nick.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/211852638-just-add-ice

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My Review: 5/5 Stars

Rayne is nearing the end of his hockey career. The chances of him moving up form the minors is majors is low so it is time to think of what is next. For him, that’s training to be a firefighter. And training begins soon. But he never expects for one of his trainers to catch his eye. And for said trainer to make him forget about hockey and really settle in one place after years of moving for hockey. Nick has been going through the motions of life for the last two years. His husband died in an accident after many years together and he just hasn’t found something or someone to spark life back into him. Until Rayne. From the moment their eyes meet, Nick feels something for the first time in a very long time. And the more they talk and spend time together, the more it grows. But is he truly ready to move on? I loved Rayne and Nick! These two were so sweet. I loved that Rayne didn’t give up on Nick but gave him the space he needed to decide if he was ready to take a chance. Especially once firefighting training was over. And I loved the Rayne was able to spark some happiness for Nick after such a terrible loss. These two fit so perfectly together! Really enjoying this series so far!