Forbidden romance hockey heat with Boston’s most loyal defenseman, a fiercely independent Russian nanny, and the promise that threatens to keep them apart despite their undeniable chemistry!

Alex Thompson has always been the reliable friend—the teammate who listens to relationship problems, the roommate who gives his buddy space to fall in love, the guy who never rocks the boat. After moving in with his teammate Sergei Petrov, Alex thought he had the perfect setup: a fun roommate and minimal drama. He’s even gotten used to Sergei’s sister Katya stopping by occasionally—though he’s tried not to notice how beautiful she is or how her laugh makes something flutter in his chest.

So when Sergei gets called to the Olympics and begs Alex to “keep an eye on” Katya while he’s gone, Alex figures it’s simple. A few check-ins, maybe help with groceries. Easy.

Katya Petrov doesn’t need a babysitter—especially not her brother’s charming roommate who she’s been trying very hard not to think about. She’s been taking care of herself just fine as a nanny for one of Boston’s wealthiest families. But when her job implodes the same week her overprotective brother leaves for the Olympics, she reluctantly accepts help from the one man she should absolutely stay away from.

What starts as reluctant guardianship turns into something more complicated when Alex discovers that Katya is nothing like he expected. She’s funny, fierce, and frustratingly independent. And she challenges his easy-going nature in ways that leave him wondering if he’s been sleepwalking through life.

But Katya is off-limits. Sergei made that crystal clear before he left. And Katya has no intention of being anyone’s project or proving her brother right about needing protection.

When growing attraction collides with family loyalty and the fear of losing the people who matter most, Alex and Katya will have to decide what they’re willing to risk for a chance at something real.

PUCKING THE BEST FRIEND’S SISTER is the fourth book in the Boston Titans Hockey Series. This steamy contemporary sports romance features a laid-back defenseman who’s tired of being the wingman, a fiercely independent Russian nanny who refuses to be rescued, unexpected protective duty that leads to forbidden desire, and a guaranteed HEA.

Tropes you’ll love: forbidden romance, best friend’s sister, forced proximity, reluctant protector, protective heroes, independent heroines, cultural clash, family loyalty versus desire, and Olympic timing pressure.

Each book in the Boston Sports Universe features different characters and can be read as standalones, though interconnected through the vibrant world of Boston’s professional sports scene across hockey, baseball, football and basketball teams.

Some rules are made to be broken.