From New York Times bestselling author Rina Kent comes a sizzling new dark hockey romance.

In a den of vipers, revenge is the deadliest venom. 

They shattered my world; now, I'll bring down theirs.

The problem? I have virtually no way to trace the puppet master.

My only lead: The Vipers.

An elite college hockey team that rules the ice―and the shadows beyond it.

To infiltrate their secret society, I set my sights on their weakest link.

Kane Davenport.

The charismatic captain and the lone green flag in a nest of serpents.

But too late, I realize I've enticed the most venomous snake.

Kane's friendly façade hides a predator more dangerous than I imagined.

He quickly unveils the monster lurking beneath the surface.

A monster who lured me in only to trap me in a lethal game with no escape.

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May 27, 2025
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The world inside this series is sleek on the surface, all bright lights and roaring crowds, yet beneath that shine lies something colder. A secretive circle of elite hockey players holds power that reaches far beyond the rink, a quiet empire built on loyalty, manipulation, and desire that turns every victory into a warning. The moment an outsider steps into their orbit, the rules shift. What begins as a hunt for truth or revenge twists into a collision of obsession, vulnerability, and the kind of attraction that can ruin a person if they are not careful.

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Each book circles a different pair caught in this charged atmosphere. Their stories unfold in the shadows around locker rooms, private lounges, and late night encounters where nothing feels safe. The men at the center of this world guard their secrets with sharp edges, yet something in them falters when confronted by someone just as determined and just as damaged. The women who push back against them do so with grit shaped by trauma, purpose, or simple survival. That balance creates tension that never fully settles, a push and pull thick with danger and longing.

The series has already gathered a large and vocal readership. Many are drawn to the combination of dark romance and secret society intrigue, a blend that adds weight to the relationships and gives the stories a sense of pressure that never quite lets up. Violence, betrayal, and psychological warfare sit alongside heat and emotional intensity, creating an atmosphere that feels charged even in quieter moments.

This world does not trade in gentle promises. It thrives on characters who make mistakes, cross lines, and find themselves trapped between desire and consequence. For readers who seek dark romantic suspense shaped by obsession, power play, and secrets, this series offers a place where every connection feels dangerous, every choice carries a cost, and every emotion hits with unexpected force.

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