From bestselling author and TikTok sensation Becka Mack comes the final book in her sizzling hockey romance series about a couple who face an agonizing challenge that could bring them closer—or tear them apart.
Cara Hunter is a self-made woman. Driven and fearless, she’s never lost a battle. In fact, the only time she’s fallen to her knees was, well . . . for him.
Emmett Brodie might be one of hockey’s hottest players, but the moment he sees Cara, he’s reduced to a single word: hers. And he’ll stop at nothing to change her last name.
With a love as all-encompassing and fierce as theirs, they become the ultimate power couple and the backbone of their family. But when they decide it’s time to have a baby, they discover their journey to conceiving will be anything but easy. As they face off with infertility, a battle that strips them to their bones, they’ll see just how unshakable their foundation really is.
They thought they could survive anything together, but how do you survive when you’re barely breathing?
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In the Playing for Keeps series, love and laughter are never far behind—but neither are the challenges that life throws at us. With a perfect blend of steamy romance, sizzling chemistry, and real, raw emotions, this series dives into the messy, unpredictable world of relationships where the stakes are high, and the hearts are even higher.
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At the center of the story is a cast of complex characters: strong women who stand their ground, and alpha men with soft hearts hidden beneath layers of sarcasm and muscle. Whether it’s navigating the intricacies of love, dealing with loss, or finding your place in a world that’s always changing, the characters in Playing for Keeps don’t just stumble their way to a happy ending—they earn it, one imperfect step at a time.
Each book in this series is a journey of healing, self-discovery, and the kind of emotional depth that makes you want to laugh, cry, and cheer for these characters every step of the way. Becka Mack’s signature style weaves together heat and humor in a way that feels both comforting and thrilling, drawing readers into stories that are as heartfelt as they are steamy.
In the Playing for Keeps world, every moment counts—whether it’s a stolen kiss, a heated argument, or a breakthrough that changes everything. And even though the characters might go through hell to get to their happily-ever-afters, you’ll always be right there with them, ready to witness their growth, their pain, and ultimately, their triumphs.
If you love stories where the journey is just as captivating as the destination, the Playing for Keeps series is your perfect escape—a world where love is messy, complicated, and worth every heart-pounding moment.
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