Face Off (D.C. Stars, #1)

by Chelsea Curto

I received a standing ovation when I took the ice for the first time, and I didn’t miss the way Maverick encouraged the crowd to cheer.

I love when women>>>

might not like him, but I can’t deny Maverick has a calming presence. The ability to help me settle in a way I haven’t settled in days.

The woman has more walls up than a castle. She’s determined to keep people out, but I’m dead set on getting in.

You don’t give up on the things you love just because they get hard.”

I want to enjoy where I am and not look for the next thing for once.”

“You might want to call the commissioner and start apologizing, Coach. We’re going to be in a heap of fucking trouble when we’re finished here tonight.”

This was my absolute favorite part had me giggling so hard

never been in love with anyone. How can I be sure?” I press the heels of my palms in my eyes and sit on the floor. “I need a definition. Something to go off of.”