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Elite Eagles Legacy #1
The Billionaire and the Bride
I’m Leon Hill, ex-hockey player, sports agent, and in so much trouble!
I have been in love with my best friend’s little sister for as long as I can remember.
But she’s off limits. Forbidden.
And now she’s getting married.
Until she’s not.
Erica Johansson becomes a runaway bride, ending up in my arms. I should turn her away. Tell her no, but the idea of having her is all too tempting.
Instead, we do something crazy and I finally get the woman I’ve craved all these years.
But if I’ve learned one thing, it’s that our timing is never right. And a bang on the head, where I forget everything, is just another reminder of that.
Right now, my heart is as battered as the puck in the closing minutes of the Stanley Cup, and I’m starting to wonder if maybe this love story was just never meant to be.
I have been in love with my best friend’s little sister for as long as I can remember.
But she’s off limits. Forbidden.
And now she’s getting married.
Until she’s not.
Erica Johansson becomes a runaway bride, ending up in my arms. I should turn her away. Tell her no, but the idea of having her is all too tempting.
Instead, we do something crazy and I finally get the woman I’ve craved all these years.
But if I’ve learned one thing, it’s that our timing is never right. And a bang on the head, where I forget everything, is just another reminder of that.
Right now, my heart is as battered as the puck in the closing minutes of the Stanley Cup, and I’m starting to wonder if maybe this love story was just never meant to be.
- GenresBillionaire Romance
393 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 2, 2026
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About the author
V.H. Nicolson
17 books534 followersVH Nicolson is an emerging author of contemporary romance. Vicki wrote her first book over lockdown and is now completely smitten with writing love stories with happily ever afters. VH Nicolson was born and raised along the breathtaking coastline in North East Scotland. For more than two decades she’s worked throughout the UK and abroad within the creative marketing and design industry, as a branding strategist and stylist, editor of a magazine and sub-editor of a newspaper. Married to her soul mate, they have one son. She has a weakness for buying too many quirky sparkly jumpers, eating Belgium buns, and walking the endless beaches that surround her beautiful Scottish hometown she’s now moved back to.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Oh my. What a story. My heart hurt for Erika. These two and their chemistry.... you could feel the air around them crackle. They are literal soulmates. I ate their story up. I felt everything they felt. Leon is simply amazing. Their love is unbreakable. Another great book by the lovely @vhnicolsonauthor
March 3, 2026
If you love best friends to lovers you will really enjoy this like I did. These two have been friends for so long and there’s so much pining and it’s always so satisfying when they get their happy ever after. I also really enjoyed some old faces appearing from previous books that was a really great surprise. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series.
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March 3, 2026A Book that will give you all the Feels, what a read!
I absolutely loved Erika and Leon's story. This has been a while in the making and I am so glad that it happened for the two of them!
Leon has been hopelessly in love with his Best Friends Sister since the first day they met but because of Bro code among Hockey Players. Erika always felt the same about him but understood why they couldn't do anything further than a few stolen kisses when they were younger. Ash had warned all of his Fellow Players that his Sister was completely off limits. Ash became one of Leon's best friends through out the years and that friendship continued long after they stopped playing together.
Leon had gained quite the Reputation for himself along the way but never had any real interest in any of those Women as he only ever had one Woman that really stole his breath away and that was always Erika. When he Retired from Hockey he started his own Company as an Agent for Athletes and had one fantastic set up with a great Team that really looked after the people they represented.
The day that Erika was to marry Huck was one of the hardest for him, he was late on purpose to the Church as he didn't want to witness Erika marrying anyone else. He pulls up and sees Erika running towards him and is in shock. She jumps into the car and tells him Go! When he is leaving, he passes Ash who has a big smile on his face which kind of shocks him. It seems her Big Brother wasn't to upset that his Sister didn't end up marrying the waster that was her Fiance Huck.
Leon brings Erika home with him and her family arrive and all decide that the best thing for her is to go on her Honeymoon to Bali with Leon. This is a Big Surprise all round for both of them but sounds like a great idea as well. They have been the Best of Friends for nearly 20 years with Leon always being there for Erika, calling to the Hospital with food for her when she is working as a Dr there. Collecting her after she worked really long shifts etc.
I'm not going to say anymore as I don't want to Spoil it for you. What I will say is to read Ash and Lily's book first as you will love it. Then read this absolute Cracker of a Book that had me Swoon so much through out it.
Vicki, take a Bow Lady. This Book was everything and more!
I absolutely loved Erika and Leon's story. This has been a while in the making and I am so glad that it happened for the two of them!
Leon has been hopelessly in love with his Best Friends Sister since the first day they met but because of Bro code among Hockey Players. Erika always felt the same about him but understood why they couldn't do anything further than a few stolen kisses when they were younger. Ash had warned all of his Fellow Players that his Sister was completely off limits. Ash became one of Leon's best friends through out the years and that friendship continued long after they stopped playing together.
Leon had gained quite the Reputation for himself along the way but never had any real interest in any of those Women as he only ever had one Woman that really stole his breath away and that was always Erika. When he Retired from Hockey he started his own Company as an Agent for Athletes and had one fantastic set up with a great Team that really looked after the people they represented.
The day that Erika was to marry Huck was one of the hardest for him, he was late on purpose to the Church as he didn't want to witness Erika marrying anyone else. He pulls up and sees Erika running towards him and is in shock. She jumps into the car and tells him Go! When he is leaving, he passes Ash who has a big smile on his face which kind of shocks him. It seems her Big Brother wasn't to upset that his Sister didn't end up marrying the waster that was her Fiance Huck.
Leon brings Erika home with him and her family arrive and all decide that the best thing for her is to go on her Honeymoon to Bali with Leon. This is a Big Surprise all round for both of them but sounds like a great idea as well. They have been the Best of Friends for nearly 20 years with Leon always being there for Erika, calling to the Hospital with food for her when she is working as a Dr there. Collecting her after she worked really long shifts etc.
I'm not going to say anymore as I don't want to Spoil it for you. What I will say is to read Ash and Lily's book first as you will love it. Then read this absolute Cracker of a Book that had me Swoon so much through out it.
Vicki, take a Bow Lady. This Book was everything and more!
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC review
5⭐|3🌶|17%🌶frequency
I've been waiting for this story since I finished "Frozen Flames" 😱 So it's almost forever 😎
I thought Frozen Flames was the most painful and heartbreaking book, but no, this one here is even worse. It should be coming with a warning: "You need a big pack of tissues while reading", and honestly, not just while reading. I'll need them for a while 🙈 My poor heart 💔💔💔
Oh, and another warning: "Please don't throw your Kindle". Because yes, I almost done it multiple times 🙈🤬
For everyone who has read Frozen Flames, it's no secret that Leon and Erika have been in love with each other for 20 years. Yes, 20 freaking YEARS!!! This yearning and pining and yearning and pining and... you know... It so broke my heart 💔 Seeing them loving each other so hard but not being able to be together. Don't get me wrong, I love Ash (Erika's brother), but I also hate him SOOOOO much too. This hole with a huge A 🤬 He knows how important love is. He suffered so much himself. OK OK OK, I have to stop 🤐
As I said, that's all, no secret when you've read Frozen Flames. And I highly recommend reading it.
I loved the Easter egg about a special someone, or rather plural 😉 It was so great seeing them again 😍
I think by now you might know me enough to know you won't get a typical review from me 🤣 My space is used up. So my last words are, READ THE BOOK!
Thanks to the author for trusting me with an ARC 🩷
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5⭐|3🌶|17%🌶frequency
I've been waiting for this story since I finished "Frozen Flames" 😱 So it's almost forever 😎
I thought Frozen Flames was the most painful and heartbreaking book, but no, this one here is even worse. It should be coming with a warning: "You need a big pack of tissues while reading", and honestly, not just while reading. I'll need them for a while 🙈 My poor heart 💔💔💔
Oh, and another warning: "Please don't throw your Kindle". Because yes, I almost done it multiple times 🙈🤬
For everyone who has read Frozen Flames, it's no secret that Leon and Erika have been in love with each other for 20 years. Yes, 20 freaking YEARS!!! This yearning and pining and yearning and pining and... you know... It so broke my heart 💔 Seeing them loving each other so hard but not being able to be together. Don't get me wrong, I love Ash (Erika's brother), but I also hate him SOOOOO much too. This hole with a huge A 🤬 He knows how important love is. He suffered so much himself. OK OK OK, I have to stop 🤐
As I said, that's all, no secret when you've read Frozen Flames. And I highly recommend reading it.
I loved the Easter egg about a special someone, or rather plural 😉 It was so great seeing them again 😍
I think by now you might know me enough to know you won't get a typical review from me 🤣 My space is used up. So my last words are, READ THE BOOK!
Thanks to the author for trusting me with an ARC 🩷
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Review of advance copy received from Author
V.H. Nicolson has this incredible ability to write stories so full of raw emotion that you completely forget you’re reading words on a page. I was so swept up in this story I ended up reading the entire book in one sitting.
Leon has spent his entire life loving his best friend’s sister in silence. Not wanting to betray his friendship, he sacrifices his own happiness and never tells Erika how he feels…even as he heads to her wedding. But when he spots a runaway bride who looks heartbreakingly familiar, everything changes. What follows is a story of love, sacrifice, timing, and a universe that seems determined to test them at every turn.
What I loved
• Leon and Erika’s chemistry – you can literally feel it crackling through the pages. Their bond is deep, emotional, and completely believable. • Best friends to lovers done perfectly – their history makes every moment between them even more meaningful. • Leon as a hero – V.H. Nicolson writes heroes like no one else, and Leon is no exception. Sweet, protective, devoted… the kind of man who loves with his entire soul. • The emotional rollercoaster – this story made me laugh, swoon (so much swooning), and cry. • The past and present timeline – seeing how their friendship grew, how they suffered, and what they sacrificed made their story even more powerful. • Vicky’s signature humour and strong FMCs – Erika is strong, lovable, and easy to root for. • The Elite Eagles world – these hockey heroes are truly in a league of their own, and Leon fits perfectly into this family. • The cameo from Hunter and Eden from Hunting Eden – the book that made me fall in love with Vicky’s writing. Seeing them again was such a special moment. • The emotional depth – this story is packed with love, humour, heartbreak, and drama in the best possible way.
V.H. Nicolson once again proves that she knows exactly how to write a love story that grips your heart and refuses to let go. I’m so happy to be back in the Elite Eagles world. Bring on the next one!
Leon has spent his entire life loving his best friend’s sister in silence. Not wanting to betray his friendship, he sacrifices his own happiness and never tells Erika how he feels…even as he heads to her wedding. But when he spots a runaway bride who looks heartbreakingly familiar, everything changes. What follows is a story of love, sacrifice, timing, and a universe that seems determined to test them at every turn.
What I loved
• Leon and Erika’s chemistry – you can literally feel it crackling through the pages. Their bond is deep, emotional, and completely believable. • Best friends to lovers done perfectly – their history makes every moment between them even more meaningful. • Leon as a hero – V.H. Nicolson writes heroes like no one else, and Leon is no exception. Sweet, protective, devoted… the kind of man who loves with his entire soul. • The emotional rollercoaster – this story made me laugh, swoon (so much swooning), and cry. • The past and present timeline – seeing how their friendship grew, how they suffered, and what they sacrificed made their story even more powerful. • Vicky’s signature humour and strong FMCs – Erika is strong, lovable, and easy to root for. • The Elite Eagles world – these hockey heroes are truly in a league of their own, and Leon fits perfectly into this family. • The cameo from Hunter and Eden from Hunting Eden – the book that made me fall in love with Vicky’s writing. Seeing them again was such a special moment. • The emotional depth – this story is packed with love, humour, heartbreak, and drama in the best possible way.
V.H. Nicolson once again proves that she knows exactly how to write a love story that grips your heart and refuses to let go. I’m so happy to be back in the Elite Eagles world. Bring on the next one!
March 2, 2026
We've waited for this first novel in the new Elite Eagles Legacy series for what seems like such a long time BUT I never realised that Erika was Ash's sister until I started reading. So that was a lovely surprise.
We know Leon from the Elite Eagles novels, most especially as Wade's agent in Wild Blades.
Well, forget that Leon because Erika’s Leon is a Leon we would all want for ourselves!
I cannot believe how amazingly swoon worthy he has turned out to be.
I hate that this 'meant to be' couple have waited so long for their chance at true happiness and all because of Leon's loyalty to his best friend. A best friend who, with some guidance, sees what everyone but Erika sees...Leon's feelings for her!
I absolutely adored Leon and Erika. I loved that the seeming 'instalove' was almost 20 years in the making but they didn't let the grass grow under their feet.
I really thought their torture was over but VH Nicolson managed a curve ball from out of left field that could have derailed the amazing love these two have for each other.
I promise that you are not going to be able to put this novel down, it is so good!
A fantastic addition to anyone's tbr.
We know Leon from the Elite Eagles novels, most especially as Wade's agent in Wild Blades.
Well, forget that Leon because Erika’s Leon is a Leon we would all want for ourselves!
I cannot believe how amazingly swoon worthy he has turned out to be.
I hate that this 'meant to be' couple have waited so long for their chance at true happiness and all because of Leon's loyalty to his best friend. A best friend who, with some guidance, sees what everyone but Erika sees...Leon's feelings for her!
I absolutely adored Leon and Erika. I loved that the seeming 'instalove' was almost 20 years in the making but they didn't let the grass grow under their feet.
I really thought their torture was over but VH Nicolson managed a curve ball from out of left field that could have derailed the amazing love these two have for each other.
I promise that you are not going to be able to put this novel down, it is so good!
A fantastic addition to anyone's tbr.
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February 24, 2026Review
The Billionaire & The R̶u̶n̶a̶w̶a̶y̶ Bride @VHNicolson.
Available 2nd March
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It feels like we have been waiting for Leon's story for a long time, but he was definitely worth the wait. I absolutely adored Leon and Erika they have secretly pined for each other for nearly 20years and finally they both get to experience true love with each other. My heart could not take in in parts and tissues were required. The yearning these two both had for each other, despite being heartbreaking was also beautiful in Leon, putting his feelings aside, and the little things he did for her continually over the years. I loved this from page one and getting to see Ash and Hunter and Eden again makes me need to plan in a re read again asap from the very beginning of Vicki's writing journey!
As usual Vicki writes the most beautiful stories, I have never not picked one up and not become obsessed from the beginning.
Thank you for allowing me to be apart of this journey with you and can't wait for my next favourite.
The Billionaire & The R̶u̶n̶a̶w̶a̶y̶ Bride @VHNicolson.
Available 2nd March
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It feels like we have been waiting for Leon's story for a long time, but he was definitely worth the wait. I absolutely adored Leon and Erika they have secretly pined for each other for nearly 20years and finally they both get to experience true love with each other. My heart could not take in in parts and tissues were required. The yearning these two both had for each other, despite being heartbreaking was also beautiful in Leon, putting his feelings aside, and the little things he did for her continually over the years. I loved this from page one and getting to see Ash and Hunter and Eden again makes me need to plan in a re read again asap from the very beginning of Vicki's writing journey!
As usual Vicki writes the most beautiful stories, I have never not picked one up and not become obsessed from the beginning.
Thank you for allowing me to be apart of this journey with you and can't wait for my next favourite.
March 2, 2026
Review of an ARC
WOW
This story really had you going right til the very end!
I loved Leon, after us having glimpses of him in the elites series it was nice to get to read his story and boy did it not disappoint!
I will say that there is an amnesia trope here and although it's not everyone's tea, it was really worth it and Vicki wrote it perfectly into the book.
We've got Leon, ex hockey player now turned sports agent in love with his best friend's sister. And by best friend we mean Ash's sister Erika! He's been in love with her for as long as he can remember and this man has fought so hard! It's forbidden love after all but isn't that the best kind? 😉
Their story is full of love, romance, tensions, chemistry until it isn't and Leon's knock to his head threatens it all...
I really felt for Erika in this and she went through a lot. But Vicki wrote each of them so perfectly and if you've wondered about Leon since meeting him in the Ash's book then you'll want to read this! Another great read from Vicki!
WOW
This story really had you going right til the very end!
I loved Leon, after us having glimpses of him in the elites series it was nice to get to read his story and boy did it not disappoint!
I will say that there is an amnesia trope here and although it's not everyone's tea, it was really worth it and Vicki wrote it perfectly into the book.
We've got Leon, ex hockey player now turned sports agent in love with his best friend's sister. And by best friend we mean Ash's sister Erika! He's been in love with her for as long as he can remember and this man has fought so hard! It's forbidden love after all but isn't that the best kind? 😉
Their story is full of love, romance, tensions, chemistry until it isn't and Leon's knock to his head threatens it all...
I really felt for Erika in this and she went through a lot. But Vicki wrote each of them so perfectly and if you've wondered about Leon since meeting him in the Ash's book then you'll want to read this! Another great read from Vicki!
Review of advance copy received from Author
First of all: did you see those heels Erika is wearing on that cover????? I‘m so in love with them 😍
Now that I got that off my chest, let’s talk about the book. Leon and Erika are such a cute couple. The fact that they haven’t lived their life together (I‘m looking at you, Ash 😡) makes me a little bit sad. They lost so much time. But in that time they had the opportunity to mature and become wonderful friends. Leon is such a sweet man. He loves Erika so much and takes such good care of her. I feel like we all need a friend/partner like him in our lives.
No one writes heroes the way VH Nicolson does. No one. And these hockey guys are in a league of their own. Leon fits perfectly into the Elite Eagles family.
This book is a standalone, but to understand the dynamics better, I recommend reading Frozen Flames first.
Now that I got that off my chest, let’s talk about the book. Leon and Erika are such a cute couple. The fact that they haven’t lived their life together (I‘m looking at you, Ash 😡) makes me a little bit sad. They lost so much time. But in that time they had the opportunity to mature and become wonderful friends. Leon is such a sweet man. He loves Erika so much and takes such good care of her. I feel like we all need a friend/partner like him in our lives.
No one writes heroes the way VH Nicolson does. No one. And these hockey guys are in a league of their own. Leon fits perfectly into the Elite Eagles family.
This book is a standalone, but to understand the dynamics better, I recommend reading Frozen Flames first.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
This book is a spinoff from the Elite Eaglestone series that I really enjoyed. This book can be read standalone
I thought this book was really cute. The slow burn and yearning on this book is so well written And it just builds. Erika has been in love with her brothers best friend for years and despite moments when they have grown Ben into their feeling between them they have remained apart to a long time. The story starts as she is due to get married and runs out just as Leon arrives and he helps her escape. No spoilers but events follow and you watch them slowly coming together. There’s a real story twist and it keeps the story moving at pace. This story is fun yet a great mix of yearning - it’s always been you and some spice.
I received this as an ARC - these are my views given voluntarily
I thought this book was really cute. The slow burn and yearning on this book is so well written And it just builds. Erika has been in love with her brothers best friend for years and despite moments when they have grown Ben into their feeling between them they have remained apart to a long time. The story starts as she is due to get married and runs out just as Leon arrives and he helps her escape. No spoilers but events follow and you watch them slowly coming together. There’s a real story twist and it keeps the story moving at pace. This story is fun yet a great mix of yearning - it’s always been you and some spice.
I received this as an ARC - these are my views given voluntarily
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is the first book in a new series from one of my favourite authors.
We have a true tale of unrequited love. Brothers best friend and a story of true love conquering all.
Erika is mins from being married when she realises she doesn’t love the groom. She fleas the wedding and straight int the arms of Leon her brothers (and her) best friend.
Erika has loved Leon for years. He has loved her as well but because of an agreement with his friend (Ash from Elite eagles) he doesn’t do anything
These 2 move quickly once they have that conversation and face some obstacles in the shape of her former fiancé who sells stories saying she cheated.
We have
Brothers best friend
Accidental engagement/marriage
Slow burn
Forced proximity
Love later in life
Accident causing amnesia
If this sounds like the one for you then grab your copy today
We have a true tale of unrequited love. Brothers best friend and a story of true love conquering all.
Erika is mins from being married when she realises she doesn’t love the groom. She fleas the wedding and straight int the arms of Leon her brothers (and her) best friend.
Erika has loved Leon for years. He has loved her as well but because of an agreement with his friend (Ash from Elite eagles) he doesn’t do anything
These 2 move quickly once they have that conversation and face some obstacles in the shape of her former fiancé who sells stories saying she cheated.
We have
Brothers best friend
Accidental engagement/marriage
Slow burn
Forced proximity
Love later in life
Accident causing amnesia
If this sounds like the one for you then grab your copy today
February 22, 2026
Loved this story and although I am not one to like flash backs, these were short and didn’t slow the story down.
Friends that always should have been more finally have a wake up call (from everyone). Yes, he has a past but she always knew about it and handles it fabulously.
We see his team mates making appearances as well as Hunter and Eva, although it did take me a moment to realise who they were as it has been some time since I read their book!
Loved the story and the amnesia element was handled so well, I had been worried about how I would like this as I have not enjoyed it in the past but this was done well and was not dragged out.
Highly recommend and looking forward to reading the next book.
Friends that always should have been more finally have a wake up call (from everyone). Yes, he has a past but she always knew about it and handles it fabulously.
We see his team mates making appearances as well as Hunter and Eva, although it did take me a moment to realise who they were as it has been some time since I read their book!
Loved the story and the amnesia element was handled so well, I had been worried about how I would like this as I have not enjoyed it in the past but this was done well and was not dragged out.
Highly recommend and looking forward to reading the next book.
Review of advance copy received from Author
☆☆☆☆☆
🌶🌶🌶
SPOILER FREE
🖤Dual POV
🖤Brother's best friend
🖤Yearning
🖤Forced proximity
🖤Unrequited love
🖤Billionaire
🖤Reformed playboy
🖤Runaway bride
🖤Slow burn
🖤Amnesia
V.H. Nicolson writes a truly beautiful story with such raw emotion you forget you are simply reading fiction on the pages of a book. You will laugh, swoon (oh will you swoon) and cry. This story is packed with love, humour and drama.
Never have two souls been more perfect for each other than Leon and Erika. Together they are complete, happy, alive.
Leon has spent his entire life loving his best friend's sister in secret. Never wanting to betray his friendship he sacrificed his own happiness and a chance at a future with Erika. Having never told Erika how he feels he finds himself on his way to her wedding. That is until he spots a runaway bride on the sidewalk that looks heart achingly familiar.
Is Leon the only one who thinks their love is Unrequited? Just when they both think they may get everything they have ever wanted, the universe has other ideas and threatens to tear them apart in ways they could never have imagined.
Can love really conquer all, in sickness and health and for better or worse?
Standalone novel but leads into the next in the series.
🌶🌶🌶
SPOILER FREE
🖤Dual POV
🖤Brother's best friend
🖤Yearning
🖤Forced proximity
🖤Unrequited love
🖤Billionaire
🖤Reformed playboy
🖤Runaway bride
🖤Slow burn
🖤Amnesia
V.H. Nicolson writes a truly beautiful story with such raw emotion you forget you are simply reading fiction on the pages of a book. You will laugh, swoon (oh will you swoon) and cry. This story is packed with love, humour and drama.
Never have two souls been more perfect for each other than Leon and Erika. Together they are complete, happy, alive.
Leon has spent his entire life loving his best friend's sister in secret. Never wanting to betray his friendship he sacrificed his own happiness and a chance at a future with Erika. Having never told Erika how he feels he finds himself on his way to her wedding. That is until he spots a runaway bride on the sidewalk that looks heart achingly familiar.
Is Leon the only one who thinks their love is Unrequited? Just when they both think they may get everything they have ever wanted, the universe has other ideas and threatens to tear them apart in ways they could never have imagined.
Can love really conquer all, in sickness and health and for better or worse?
Standalone novel but leads into the next in the series.
Review of advance copy received from Author
along awaited book . this is a long slow burn their initial attraction was in early 20th they are now in their late 30s early 40s Erika is Leon's best friends Ash ( from frozen flames) little sister ash has warned Leon off from anything with her all those years ago but they remained closed friends
she's due to get married but doesn't go through who's her knight in purple supercar. he finds her running away from the ceremony.
this is a book with so many twists we get to see more of Lily and Ash, yes lily the pocket rocket is still the boss🤣 .
we also get a cross over and see Eden and Hunter from her first ever book Hunting Eden with one of their grown up triplets Hope .
I hope we get more of them and their stories in future .
such a great riveting read
she's due to get married but doesn't go through who's her knight in purple supercar. he finds her running away from the ceremony.
this is a book with so many twists we get to see more of Lily and Ash, yes lily the pocket rocket is still the boss🤣 .
we also get a cross over and see Eden and Hunter from her first ever book Hunting Eden with one of their grown up triplets Hope .
I hope we get more of them and their stories in future .
such a great riveting read
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is the story of Leon- best friend of Ash ( Frozen Flames) and hisnsister Erica.
They know each other for many years but now the circumstances bring them together and force them with the help of their family and friends realise about their feelings. There is the inside into their past and how the relationship developed, and once they give each other chance they stand before another chalange- Leon loosing his memory- and from this point the book became best for me, and it was shame it was only such short part, but I enyojed it very much. When they both stand actually atvthe beginning and have to be brave and believe.
Loved to see other characters and Lily is my woman hero 😍.
They know each other for many years but now the circumstances bring them together and force them with the help of their family and friends realise about their feelings. There is the inside into their past and how the relationship developed, and once they give each other chance they stand before another chalange- Leon loosing his memory- and from this point the book became best for me, and it was shame it was only such short part, but I enyojed it very much. When they both stand actually atvthe beginning and have to be brave and believe.
Loved to see other characters and Lily is my woman hero 😍.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I really enjoyed reading Leon & Erika's story. I've been waiting for this story for a while, ever since we met the characters in 'Frozen Flames'. Even though we have met the characters in previous books, I don't think it is necessary to have read these books to enjoy this story. The Elite Eagles series does, however, set the scene for this book.
I loved the plot twist towards the end of the book, which I totally didn't see coming. I also enjoyed the way the characters developed and their growth after this event.
I'm really looking forward to reading Buster and Gemma's story in the next book.
I loved the plot twist towards the end of the book, which I totally didn't see coming. I also enjoyed the way the characters developed and their growth after this event.
I'm really looking forward to reading Buster and Gemma's story in the next book.
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February 25, 2026Elite eagles legacy book one.
Bang!! Is the timing ever right for this couple?
Head over heels in a forbidden love, Erica Johansson and Leon Hill, her brothers best friend.
As a runaway bride she falls straight into Leon's arms but she is forbidden fruit, and they can't fight the love, passion any longer.
A match made in heaven are both in for a courtship like no other.
I absolutely couldn't put this down, the amazing pages the amazing chapters the amazing story, all blends into a book to love.
A new legacy, a new start for more elite eagles storys to come.
Adored it all.
Bang!! Is the timing ever right for this couple?
Head over heels in a forbidden love, Erica Johansson and Leon Hill, her brothers best friend.
As a runaway bride she falls straight into Leon's arms but she is forbidden fruit, and they can't fight the love, passion any longer.
A match made in heaven are both in for a courtship like no other.
I absolutely couldn't put this down, the amazing pages the amazing chapters the amazing story, all blends into a book to love.
A new legacy, a new start for more elite eagles storys to come.
Adored it all.
March 3, 2026
Vicki has a way of writing these stories that captivate you with beautifully written storylines where the emotions pour off the pages and the characters pull you into the story.
I loved Leon and Erika. The way these two loved each other for so many years but never acted on it, had my emotions in a chokehold hold. And the dual timelines gave the perfect glimpse on how their friendship evolved. Leon though, he is an absolute sweetheart, the little things he does for Erika and the way he takes care of her….swooning!
I loved Leon and Erika. The way these two loved each other for so many years but never acted on it, had my emotions in a chokehold hold. And the dual timelines gave the perfect glimpse on how their friendship evolved. Leon though, he is an absolute sweetheart, the little things he does for Erika and the way he takes care of her….swooning!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Vicki’s done it again.
Such a beautiful heart aching story of love being such a power force. Leon and Erika had such much against them and once they get their true (and well deserved) happiness.. it is so beautiful.
Not to mention the hawt heat. So damn hot.
That third act drama, it was heart wrenching and true angst. At least the resolution made up for it and ended in the most perfect way.
Thank you Vicki for an advanced copy.
Such a beautiful heart aching story of love being such a power force. Leon and Erika had such much against them and once they get their true (and well deserved) happiness.. it is so beautiful.
Not to mention the hawt heat. So damn hot.
That third act drama, it was heart wrenching and true angst. At least the resolution made up for it and ended in the most perfect way.
Thank you Vicki for an advanced copy.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Another fabulous romance between Leon and Ericka. I adored that they had known each other years and were best friends. Leon was such a caring man, gestures all the time for Ericka which I really thought was just so swoon.
I enjoyed the slow burn of their romance and it felt so real and a story which was difficult to put down. Their chemistry was hot and they were destined to be together and i enjoyed this storyline.
You can’t beat a romance which gives you everything you want from a book and I thought this was a fabulous read which i so so much loved.
I enjoyed the slow burn of their romance and it felt so real and a story which was difficult to put down. Their chemistry was hot and they were destined to be together and i enjoyed this storyline.
You can’t beat a romance which gives you everything you want from a book and I thought this was a fabulous read which i so so much loved.
Review of advance copy received from Author
💙 Friends to Lovers
💙 Brothers Best Friend
💙 Retired Hockey Player
💙 Doctor FMC
Vicki knows how to write romance with brilliant FMCs and swoony MMCs.
Leon & Ericka have danced round each other for years until they don't. The tension and build-up is delicious. The little things that Leon does for Ericka are how he loves out loud, I loved his brooding ass. Ericka had a pure heart of gold and how she loved Leon. Their journey is fun, flirty and I loved it.
💙 Brothers Best Friend
💙 Retired Hockey Player
💙 Doctor FMC
Vicki knows how to write romance with brilliant FMCs and swoony MMCs.
Leon & Ericka have danced round each other for years until they don't. The tension and build-up is delicious. The little things that Leon does for Ericka are how he loves out loud, I loved his brooding ass. Ericka had a pure heart of gold and how she loved Leon. Their journey is fun, flirty and I loved it.
March 2, 2026
“I’ve loved you for so long, Erika. I don’t know what it feels like not to be in love with you.”
Oh Leon and Erika! What a beautiful pair these two are- true soulmates.
Erika is an ER doctor and Ash Johansson’s sister. She has been in love with his best friend Leon Hill since she was 18. She’s now 38 and about to get married, but leaves her groom at the alter and rushes to Leon who whisks her away. Despite there always being a lingering chemistry between them, neither has ever taken it much further and instead they’re the best of friends. For the first part of the book we get to see various flashbacks of the past 20 years and how their friendship has looked. We then see them in the present day navigating their relationship when they finally start to confess their feelings for each other.
I loved both of them individually and even more together.
Leon is absolutely besotted with Erika and the way he takes care of her even when they’re ‘just friends’ is incredible. They’re exactly what each other needs and I hope we see lots more of them in Buster’s book!
Thank you Vicki for this ARC!
Oh Leon and Erika! What a beautiful pair these two are- true soulmates.
Erika is an ER doctor and Ash Johansson’s sister. She has been in love with his best friend Leon Hill since she was 18. She’s now 38 and about to get married, but leaves her groom at the alter and rushes to Leon who whisks her away. Despite there always being a lingering chemistry between them, neither has ever taken it much further and instead they’re the best of friends. For the first part of the book we get to see various flashbacks of the past 20 years and how their friendship has looked. We then see them in the present day navigating their relationship when they finally start to confess their feelings for each other.
I loved both of them individually and even more together.
Leon is absolutely besotted with Erika and the way he takes care of her even when they’re ‘just friends’ is incredible. They’re exactly what each other needs and I hope we see lots more of them in Buster’s book!
Thank you Vicki for this ARC!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is going to be such an amazing series I just know it!
The yearning in this book nearly destroyed me, 20 years these two characters were pining for each other, it’s the ultimate yearning love story. What I loved is that the pining didn’t get dragged on and on throughout the book, event though they wanted to be together for so long, as a reader I didn’t find myself getting frustrated that it was being drawn out.
It had me so emotional at some points and some points I nearly threw my kindle at the wall (Don’t worry I didn’t 😂). I feel like I went through such a journey with these characters I needed a rest after reading 😂.
This will tug on your heartstrings, make you cry, but put you back together again all in one sitting.
I already can’t wait for the next book!
I was given an ARC for an honest review and all opinions are my own.
The yearning in this book nearly destroyed me, 20 years these two characters were pining for each other, it’s the ultimate yearning love story. What I loved is that the pining didn’t get dragged on and on throughout the book, event though they wanted to be together for so long, as a reader I didn’t find myself getting frustrated that it was being drawn out.
It had me so emotional at some points and some points I nearly threw my kindle at the wall (Don’t worry I didn’t 😂). I feel like I went through such a journey with these characters I needed a rest after reading 😂.
This will tug on your heartstrings, make you cry, but put you back together again all in one sitting.
I already can’t wait for the next book!
I was given an ARC for an honest review and all opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I didn't expect to enjoy this as much as I did. There's so much emotion and they so deserved their happy ending. The plot twist had me in tears and by the last chapter I genuinely wasn't ready for the book to end 😭
Tropes:
🩺 Doctor FMC
🏒 Ex hockey player MMC
👩❤️👨 Characters in their 30s / 40s
🩷 It's always been you
💒 Runaway bride
🥅 Brother's best friend
Tropes:
🩺 Doctor FMC
🏒 Ex hockey player MMC
👩❤️👨 Characters in their 30s / 40s
🩷 It's always been you
💒 Runaway bride
🥅 Brother's best friend
February 26, 2026
Leon has always had his secret crush but she’s marrying someone else!!! Things quickly change and a lot of truths are about to be uncovered. Now half way reading this book I was loving how the story was going then bang a massive spanner in the works and I more or less held my breath for the rest of the book. Wow great writing and I cannot wait for more.
February 28, 2026
Thank you so much for this ARC copy!
Every time this lady releases a book I am so here for it and this one was no exception!
I just love the way she writes and all of her books have a happily ever after!
This book was another that just proves you should never take anything for granted, nothing is promised!
Every time this lady releases a book I am so here for it and this one was no exception!
I just love the way she writes and all of her books have a happily ever after!
This book was another that just proves you should never take anything for granted, nothing is promised!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Wow!
What a bloody book.
The emotional connection these two share was incredible, Vicki really deserves a round of applause for the love that poured from the pages into my heart for these two characters.
The excellent chemistry, the descriptions and characters all worked together to create this masterpiece!
Ahhh my heart hurts for how long they waited, but the devotion they had for each other over years masked as friendship was very special.
What a bloody book.
The emotional connection these two share was incredible, Vicki really deserves a round of applause for the love that poured from the pages into my heart for these two characters.
The excellent chemistry, the descriptions and characters all worked together to create this masterpiece!
Ahhh my heart hurts for how long they waited, but the devotion they had for each other over years masked as friendship was very special.
Review of advance copy received from Author
There were so many ups and downs in this story, I loved it! I do love a friends to lovers tale and this friendship was a long one, setting up a great base for the relationship. But just when you thought things were going great there was another tragedy !
I did love their friendship and was so happy they got more.
I did love their friendship and was so happy they got more.
March 2, 2026
I was very lucky to receive an ARC and honestly couldn't put it down.
Leon and Erika are fabulous main characters and are perfect for each other.
Runaway bride 👰♀
Forbidden love 💔
Friends to Lovers ❤️
Brothers Best Friend 💙
Retired Hockey Player 🏒
Doctor FMC 👩⚕️
Vicki knows how to fantastic write romance with brilliant FMCs and swoony MMCs.
Leon and Erika are fabulous main characters and are perfect for each other.
Runaway bride 👰♀
Forbidden love 💔
Friends to Lovers ❤️
Brothers Best Friend 💙
Retired Hockey Player 🏒
Doctor FMC 👩⚕️
Vicki knows how to fantastic write romance with brilliant FMCs and swoony MMCs.
March 2, 2026
great love story
I love long books I’m so pleased this was long because there was so much of Erika’s and Leon’s story to be told. My heart hurts for all the wasted time, life is too short. It’s a great story I loved that it kept going back to the past then the present it gave us a good insight to their relationship from the beginning.
I love long books I’m so pleased this was long because there was so much of Erika’s and Leon’s story to be told. My heart hurts for all the wasted time, life is too short. It’s a great story I loved that it kept going back to the past then the present it gave us a good insight to their relationship from the beginning.
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