Hunks Who Puck: The Complete Series

Hunks Who Puck #1-18

by Lina George

Here's the thing about the Somerset Seagulls and Wildwood Wolverines rivalry—it's not just about hockey anymore. Not when my best friend is secretly hooking up with our rival's star player. Not when I'm watching my teammate pine after the coach's daughter. And definitely not when I caught our team captain in a three-way relationship that's making headlines across both campuses.

Want to know our dirty little secret? Between those bone-crushing checks and game-winning goals, we're all falling hard. I've seen it happen eighteen times now. The grumpy defenseman who melted for the sunshine girl who couldn't tell a hockey stick from a broomstick. The bitter rivals who couldn't keep their hands off each other in the locker room. The best friends who tried fake dating until their hearts didn't get the memo it wasn't real.

God, the drama in these dorms could fill a season of reality TV. We've got surprise pregnancies, secret crushes, forbidden loves, and enough sexual tension to melt the ice rink. And somehow we're supposed to focus on winning championships?

Let me tell you about all eighteen of us—the heartbreaks, the hookups, the second chances, and the moments that changed everything. From MM heat to FF sweetness, from MF passion to FMF complexity... every possible combination of hearts getting tangled up while chasing pucks.

Think you can handle it? Because once you step into our world, there's no going back. The game might start on the ice, but trust me—the real action happens after the final buzzer.

(And hey, if we manage to graduate between all this drama? That's just a bonus.)

Welcome to college hockey, where love plays by its own rules and everyone's fighting for more than just a championship title.

Exclusive content This collection includes a never-before-seen prologue and epilogue that ties all our crazy stories together. Ready to see how deep this rivalry really goes?

Game on, lovers.

Did I mention there's eighteen of these steamy stories? Yeah, you might want to clear your schedule... and maybe grab a fan.


HUNKS WHO The Complete Series includes the following new adult hockey romances and tropes, along with a prologue and epilogue exclusive to the full

Puck Now, Talk Later
MF romance, grumpy/sunshine pairing, instalove/instant attraction

Silly Pucking Mistakes
MF romance, forced proximity

Best Pucking Friends
MF romance, fake dating, friends to lovers

Second Pucking Chances
MF romance, second chance romance

Now Or Pucking Never
MF romance, forbidden romance, coach's daughter

Why Pucking Choose
FMF romance, why choose/poly elements

Bitter Pucking Rivals
MM romance, enemies to lovers

Problem Pucking Solved
MM romance, enemies to lovers, forced proximity

Bad Pucking Girl
MF romance, forced proximity

That Pucking Easy,
MF romance, BWWM romance, interracial pairing

New Pucking Beginnings
MF romance, soulmates

Girl Pucking Power
FF romance, WLW

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Genres: Sports, Romance, Sports Romance, Contemporary, Hockey Romance, Ebooks, Enemies To Lovers

814 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 17, 2024

Reviews

[L KQ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 1: Puck Now, Talk Later - MF romance, grumpy/sunshine pairing, instalove/instant attraction: 4 stars

Ansel and Aria become friends, but he has always wanted more. Since she is hesitant their attraction for each other keeps bubbling to the surface until they can no longer resist. It was a simple, short and fun read, but more details would have given it more sustenance.


Book 2: Silly Pucking Mistakes - MF romance, forced proximity: 4 stars
Unexpected Roommate

When Jared and Ramona unexpectedly find themselves as roommates things get heated and emotions run hot. These two have crazy chemistry and some fun banter which made this a cute and entertaining read.


Book 3: Best Pucking Friends - MF romance, fake dating, friends to lovers: 5 stars
Best Friends and Pretend Girlfriend

Pretend dating his best friend was not supposed to turn into something more, especially when Dominic thought he wanted someone else. Maisie has always loved her best friend Dominic and when the idea to help him win over other girls presented itself, she could not resist helping him, even at the verge of emotional pain. This was a cute story once Dominic and Maisie found themselves feeling the attraction and chemistry between them.


Book 4: Second Pucking Chances - MF romance, second chance romance: 4 stars
Reunited with Hope

For Haley and Miles life after high school took them on different paths. When they are reunited time doesn't seem to have passed. Would have been nice to see what the future has in store for them but the story itself was sweet and charming.


Book 5: Now Or Pucking Never - MF romance, forbidden romance, coach's daughter: 5 stars
I was so excited at the end of the last book when the coaches' daughter was mentioned and could not wait to read this story. Logan and Natalia's story did not disappoint, and I enjoyed it very much. Their chemistry was explosive and hot.


Book 6: Why Pucking Choose - FMF romance, why choose/poly elements: 4 stars
More Than He Bargained For

Xavier is out on the town for a night of fun and he wakes up I someone else's place. Seems his one night stand is not around but her roommate is. Although this FFM story was steamy and fun it was not as enjoyable as this authors other books. However, it still worth a read, especially if you love story with multiple people in one relationship.


Book 7: Bitter Pucking Rivals - MM romance, enemies to lovers: 5 stars
Unexpected Tension Relief

Hockey Rivals that can't seem to get along are now paired during camp but tempers flare. Hayden is generally reserved while Theo is confident and outspoken. What happens at the end culminated a new beginning to their rivalry and view of each other. I can't wait until the next one to see how it all works out.


Book 8: Problem Pucking Solved - MM romance, enemies to lovers, forced proximity: 5 stars
Love for His Rival

With a change in POV now we get to see what is going on with Theo at the helm. The rivalry between him and Hayden does not deter the heat they feel for each other. Steamy, entertaining and full of secret rendezvous that will have you enjoying this read.


Book 9: Bad Pucking Girl - MF romance, forced proximity: 4 stars
His Bad Girl

A road trip to never forget brings Nathan and Bella together at a time they are both in need of a special bond. I was hoping for a conclusion with an update after the road trip but otherwise this was a fun short read.


Book 10: That Pucking Easy - MF romance, BWWM romance, interracial pairing: 4 stars
Conflicting Feelings and Failure

Conflict and failure haunt Gabe as he tries to navigate through his feelings and situation. When he is reunited with his friend Lacey, this jump starts a change that brings them together. This was a fun story to read.


Book 11: New Pucking Beginnings - MF romance, soulmates: 5 stars
Supporting His Dreams

Julian is on his way to being recruited, but a traumatic injury sidelines his future. Having his girlfriend Maria, as well as his teammates support his recovery was a wonderful part of this story. I truly felt the suspense of his emotional turmoil and how much the other characters helped him to carry on. This was a great read!.


Book 12: Girl Pucking Power - FF romance, WLW: 4 stars
Hockey Love

Paige and Layla have both been disappointed that Somerset University does not have a women's hockey team. However, when the chance to play on the boys' team open up only one of them will be chosen but their attraction to each other could be something else entirely. Strong female leads going after what they want made for an interesting short read. Great work!.


Book 13: Different Pucking Worlds - MF romance, interracial, WWBM: 4 stars
Friendly Debate and Bet

Marcus has been pining after Grace for a while now but never had the nerve to ask her out. When they end up in a debate leading to a bet, it's all or nothing, but who will win? This was a fun yet short read that had some great diversity moments intertwined in its steamy plot. It was an enlightening story.


Book 14: Good Pucking Girl - MF romance, enemies to lovers, celebrity romance: 5 stars
Wildwood Here She Comes

Movie star Celine just wants to be normal and have a safe space to be herself. There is an attraction to Brooklyn, the hockey star but her enrollment at Wildwood University complicates the situation. Their union connects them to a simpler time. This was a short but steamy read that was entertaining and engaging.


Book 15: Final Pucking Straw - MF romance, BWWM, interracial: 5 stars
More to His Request

Unfortunately, Cato has been struggling to keep up his grades and needs to find a tutor before he gets kicked off the hockey team. He meets Holly, who automatically makes assumptions before helping him out. Their interactions were entertaining, and the attraction between them ignited in a very steamy way. This was fun to read.


Book 16: Hidden Pucking Desires - MF romance, friends to enemies to lovers: 4 stars
Fundraising Time

The rift between Evan and Yasmin has complicated matters with the hockey team and fundraising opportunities. Working together is the only way to get it down, but can they put aside their animosity and other feelings? This was an emotionally charged story as they explored a connection that was unlike anything they expected, which was a nice addition. I really like how these two not only worked out what was going on between them but that the team was able to work with them on what mattered.


Book 17: Massive Pucking Changes - MF romance, accidental/surprise pregnancy: 5 stars
Changes are Coming

Finn is about to be promoted to captain, but bi changes are coming with him and Kelly. This was a short yet somewhat emotional as insecurities and fears threatened more than just his future in hockey. I really enjoyed the steamy chemistry between these two characters as it exploded off the pages. It was a enjoyable to read.


Book 18: Last Pucking Chance - MF romance, friends to lovers: 4 stars
Choices to be Made

Declan and Blair have been friends for a long time and his hidden feelings are beginning to overwhelm him along with other choices he needs to make. While the overall story was a nice deviation from the authors other books in this series, I still would have liked to read more about Declan and Blairs connection before they finally get to the revelation of their emotions.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jenny · Rating 4 out of 5]

This box set includes all titles in Lina George's Hunks Who Punk series which focuses on the rivalry of 2 college hockey teams, the Somerset University Seagulls and the Wildwood University Wolverines. Being novellas, all are very quick reads with lots of different tropes and pairings, with some spice and ending in HEAs. It also includes a prologue and epilogue. 

(1) Puck Now, Talk Later (MF, grumpy/sunshine) - Ansel is the Somerset Seagulls' star goalie, and Aria is a student at Somerset who works in the campus' beach themed cafe. Aria has an actual run-in when she bumps into Ansel as she is rushing. Asking for a small favour from him, they become friends. Aria tries to push down her attraction, but eventually they give in to the clear chemistry they have. 

(2) Silly Pucking Mistakes (MF, forced proximity, unexpected roommate) - Jared is a new member on the team as a benchwarmer but is trying his hardest to change and prove himself worthy, while Ramona is new to the country. She is assigned to Jared's dorm and walks in on him having a moment. This creates some awkwardness when they are locked in their dorm together. Being stuck in close quarters with each other, emotions are charged and more intense. 

(3) Best Pucking Friends (MF, friends to lovers, fake dating) - Dominic never has to worry about attention with all the puck bunnies after him, but he has his eyes set on his team manager Layla who doesn't give him the time of day. Confiding in his best girl friend Maisie, who secrelty has feelings for him, she comes up with a plan to try and make Layla jealous, but having him fake-date her. What will happen to these friends, when faking the emotions starts to feel real? 

(4) Second Pucking Chances (MF, second chance romance) - Miles and his ex-girlfriend Haley both have big dreams, which lead them in different directions. Moving from his small town to NYC for his hockey dreams, Miles never expects to bump into his ex. What happens after their first meeting since the break up and heartache they both have? 

(5) Now Or Pucking Never (MF, forbidden romance, coach's daughter) - Natalia is the Somerset University Seagulls coach's daughter, and Logan and a player on the team. They sneak around having fun together but then they start to catch feelings. Will they keep their feelings and relations a secret between themselves or will they admit the truth to her father? 

(6) Why Pucking Choose (FMF, why choose) - Xavier, a member of the Wildwood University Wolverines, decides to cause some mischief on the Somerset Seagulls turf. He has a one-night stand with someone dressed up as Cat Woman, but when he wakes up for round 2, he realises the woman in bed with him is Cat Woman's roommate Sienna, who he starts to fool around with. What he doesn't know is that both women have come up with a plan that instead of making him choose the other, who not have both. 

(7) Bitter Pucking Rivals (MM, enemies to lovers) - Hayden and Theo are rivals who are complete opposites. Hayden an introvert and Theo loud and reckless. At hockey camp, they end up being assigned to the same team. Will their rivalry become even more intense or will these strong feelings turn into something else?

(8) Problem Pucking Solved (MM, forced proximity, enemies to lovers) - Theo and Hayden's story at hockey camp continues. Despite their newly realised feelings for each other, their rivalry continues, and so do the hookups. 

(9) Bad Pucking Girl (MF, forced proximity) - Nathan is the new rookie on the Seagulls hockey team. The night before his long drive home, he bonds with his team where he bumps into his teammates girlfriend who says that she has something for his long drive home tomorrow morning before he leaves, which turns out to be her friend Isabella Lane. Being enclosed in a car for long hours will create a connection.
 
(10) That Pucking Easy (MF, interracial couple, BWWM) - Gabe's expectations at university have fallen flat, and he doesn't want to admit this to his family when going home for the holiday's because they'll make him give up his dreams. When he reunites with an old childhood friend, Lacey, they can relate to each other about how life isn't working out as planned. But feelings that were thought to have gone away, seem to be coming back. Will their friendship become more, now that they are older?

(11) New Pucking Beginnings (MF, soulmates) - Julian is the captain of the Somerset Seagulls, and Maria, an aspiring musician is his girlfriend. After receiving news that recruiters are looking at Julian, they are both ecstatic. However, the next game Julian plays, he is injured on the ice. What will happen to the big dreams they both have? 

(12) Girl Pucking Power (FF) - We were introduced to Layla in one of the earlier books, and she now finally has her own story. Wanting to play hockey in college but with no women's team at her college, Layla does the next best thing, becoming team manager of the men's hockey team instead. Paige is also passionate about playing hockey but is in the same situation. When she finds a loophole in the college's handbook, she will do anything to fight for the 1 spot available, what she didn't take into account in her plan to make the team is Layla.

(13) Different Pucking Worlds (MR, interracial couple, WWBM) - Marcus is on the Wildwood University Wolverines hockey team, and has had feelings for Grace since he laid eyes on her. He comes up with a bet that could either give him the chance he never took with her, or embarrass himself completely. Who will win the bet?

(14) Good Pucking Girl (MF, celebrity romance, enemies to lovers) - Celine has never been able to hide from the spotlight being the Hollywood starlet she is. But when she is paired up with Brooklyn for a group assignment, for the first time, she is having to convince someone to give her attention. What will happen at the end of this group assignment?

(15) Final Pucking Straw (MF, interracial couple, BWWM) - Being a hockey player in college means meeting the grade requirements, which Cato, who has ADHD, is struggling with. When help from his teammates isn't enough, he seeks help from a University designated tutor, Holly. Holly automatically assumes the worst of Cato, but after getting to know him, she realises there's more than what meets the eye.

(16) Hidden Pucking Desires (MF, friends to enemies to lovers) - Evan and Yasmin are former friends, but after a falling out, haven't had the same relationship as they used to. The hockey team doesn't have enough funds to get to their semi-final game, which is partly Yasmin's fault. So they work together to fundraise enough money to get the team there. Will this cause them to drift further apart even more or will they admit and give in to the feelings they didn't know they had?

(17) Massive Pucking Changes (MF, accidental/surprise pregnancy) - Finn receives news that he is set to be the next captain for the Wildwood Wolverines hockey team, but his girlfriend Kelly gives him more news that will test them both. Will he succumb to the pressure or embrace and thrive with the news?

(18) Last Pucking Chance (MF, friends to lovers) - Declan and Blair are school friends, whom he has secretly had feelings for. Declan has big decisions to make that he is currently stressing about, including whether to give take a leap with his feelings. Will everything work out?

[EM · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enjoyable collection of 18 novella following a couple of College Hockey Teams, their players and relationship journeys. Each novella essentially follows the next through the hockey season and there are brief mentions of the relationships that have developed in the previous novellas.

There are a good range of tropes such as second chance, forbidden romance / coach's daughter, forced proximity, enemies to lovers, friends to lovers, fake dating. While most are MF relationships, there are two MM novella (both featuring the same couple), one FF and a FMF / why choose.

I particularly enjoyed Second Pucking Chances with the reconnection of childhood sweethearts / second chance, Problem Pucking Solved, enemies to lovers (MM rival players), forced proximity and New Pucking Beginnings which is focused on an existing relationship and a new challenge.

A couple of the novella did end a bit too abruptly for my liking, however since I could move onto the next one, it wasn't the end of the world for me.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Mal | swoonystories · Rating 3 out of 5]

The stories in themselves are good - not great but they’re good, and they mostly have different tropes. I enjoyed getting to know so many characters.

However, the grammatical errors took a lot of the charm away, sometimes even making the point difficult to understand. Also, most of the stories stopped before actually getting into the actual trope and get just some sort of conclusion. Like does Finn accept the spot as captain, and are they keeping the baby?

All in all, if you don’t mind grammatical errors, and enjoy short stories, sports romance and thoroughly interconnected characters, you might like this

[Grinning Cat · Rating 4 out of 5]

This collection of college hockey romances is characterized by uneven quality, with most of the stories being either 4/5 or 3/5 stars. There was a standout good story, Now or Pucking Never, which gets a 5/5, and a standout not good story, Second Pucking Chances, which gets a 2/5. Overall, my scores for this collection averaged out to 3.5/5 stars, which I rounded up to 4/5.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Char ღ Denae · Rating 4 out of 5]

An exceptional collection of stories about pro hockey players finding love. There are eighteen novellas included, plus a prologue and epilogue. I really enjoyed most of the books. A little steam, a little spice, and lots of romance makes them irresistible. The shorter length makes them perfect for reading while waiting at the doctor, for your kids or for the dryer to finish.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Heather Dean · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had a blast overall with this book. With each novella focusing on each individual teammate from TWO rival colleges, you really get to know the characters and fall in love with them. I did get a little burnt out after the first few, so I gave myself a break and came back to it later. This series is all about each character and their growth. The epilogue was well done and the perfect ending encompassing every single character coming together.

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hunks Who Puck: The Complete Series: College hockey romance: 18 novellas, plus an exclusive prologue and epilogue. Love this series, and I am happy to have the option to have them all in one collection. Lina George did an amazing job with these characters and storylines, and I look forward to reading more of her works.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Debbie Benson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I'm glad to have all these stories in one box set. I enjoyed the nice mix of romance and hockey as different players find the one meant for them.