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The Call-Up

An emotional second-chance MM hockey romance

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Pub Date Jun 12 2026 | Archive Date Jun 12 2026


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Description

I’ve been in love with Ryan Christianson since I was fourteen.

Eight years ago, he was my brother’s teammate, billeted in our home, and completely off-limits. Now, as I’m called up to the NHL for the first time, the moment I discover Ryan is my new linemate is also when I realize I’m still hopelessly gone for the man who calls me Baby Bouchard. 

As rookies go, I’m doing well; hat-trick-in-my-third-game, heading-to-the-playoffs well. But I’ll always be just a kid to Ryan, who makes it clear there’s a line we’re not crossing. He says I’m too young, too new to the league, that getting involved would be a disaster. He’s probably right. But he’s also the one fixing my hair before media interviews, teaching me his signature backhand shot, and looking at me like he’s one second away from forgetting every reason we shouldn’t do this.

The smart thing? Finish the season, keep things professional, protect our careers.

But I didn’t make it to the NHL by playing it safe.

A sexy, forbidden love, MM hockey romance featuring rookie dreams, found family, and the courage to risk everything for love on and off the ice. Perfect for fans of Heated Rivalry, Tal Bauer, and Sarina Bowen.

I’ve been in love with Ryan Christianson since I was fourteen.

Eight years ago, he was my brother’s teammate, billeted in our home, and completely off-limits. Now, as I’m called up to the NHL for the...


Advance Praise

Readers love K.C. Carmichael’s hockey romances:

“I can’t put what I read into words, but there is one word that can describe it and that word is WOW!!!!!!!!!!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“By far one of the cutest MM hockey romances I’ve read… Their chemistry is undeniable, and watching them move from wary teammates to something much deeper was an absolute delight. The grumpy/sunshine dynamic and the opposites-attract tension had me hooked from the start… A warm, heartfelt romance with just the right mix of angst, banter, and steam.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Had me hooked. I devoured it in less than 24 hours. The chemistry between the leads was amazing… The blend of rivalry, slow-burn tension, and heartfelt moments made this such a satisfying read… filled with banter, tension, and emotional depth.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I absolutely ADORED the banter in this book, not only between our main characters but all of our side characters too… Honestly I could go on for hours about my love of this book but I’m gonna insist you read it for yourself and want to punch Connor Sr with me. The ending tore at my heartstrings and made me so incredibly hopeful for a future of queer people in sports. I am just so grateful for books like this.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Ever found that delicious kind of enemies-to-lovers romance that makes you yell “oh no” and “oh YES” in the same chapter?!… Sharp, emotional, and hot… The humor of a locker room, the intensity of the Olympics, and the heart of a romance that feels both forbidden and inevitable!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I absolutely loved this… An adorably swoon-worthy romance was just *chef’s kiss*. The MMCs were amazing and they really complete each other in the perfect way… I love how everyone fought for Connor and Gavin, it made me tear up.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Readers love K.C. Carmichael’s hockey romances:

“I can’t put what I read into words, but there is one word that can describe it and that word is WOW!!!!!!!!!!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“By far one of the...


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