Hooking Nash

A Spicy Hockey Romance

by Annica Dahl

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Pub Date Sep 22 2026 | Archive Date Sep 21 2026

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Description

Perfect for fans of steamy hockey romances like Icebreaker and The Au Pair Affair, this sizzling childhood friends-to-lovers story follows Kennedy and Nash as they rekindle with the one that got away—if their demanding careers don’t pull them even further apart.

After years of putting her professional life first, 25-year-old Kennedy Miller has finally secured her dream job: she is officially an advertising executive. Though shy and reserved, Kennedy begins her new chapter in New York City, and things couldn’t be more perfect. Until a celebratory night out reunites her with a long lost best friend—and childhood crush.

Taller, fitter, and hotter than ever, 25-year-old Nash Reed is a hockey superstar. Growing up to become one of the most sought-after players in the league—both on and off the ice—he now plays center for the New York Empires hockey team.

When the old friends run into each other at a bar, flames reignite. But what starts off as a hot and exciting love affair turns into a challenge. With the fame and flashing lights of Nash’s career, Kennedy is brought into the spotlight in ways she never expected. Not to mention the added stress of managing the high demands of her new job.

Through the journey of re-discovering one another, handling meddling paparazzi, a jealous teammate, and flirty fans, Kennedy and Nash’s ability to trust each other is put to the test. As their opposing worlds do everything to pull them apart, they must decide whether their love is worth fighting for.

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EDITION	Other Format
ISBN	9781998341894
PRICE	$17.99 (USD)
PAGES	320

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Brandi H, Reviewer

Hooking Nash completely stole my heart! If you love friends-to-lovers, hockey romance, and the perfect mix of sweet, spicy, and emotional, this book delivers. Nash is the kind of book boyfriend who’s impossible not to fall for—protective, patient, and absolutely obsessed in the best way. The chemistry between him and Kennedy is undeniable, and watching them reconnect after years apart felt so natural and heartfelt.
The romance is packed with tension, banter, and plenty of swoon-worthy moments, but it also explores trust, ambition, and finding your way back to the person who always felt like home. The pacing kept me hooked from beginning to end, and I couldn’t put it down.
Annica Dahl did an amazing job creating characters that felt genuine and easy to root for. Whether you’re a hockey romance fan or just looking for a feel-good romance with plenty of heat and heart, Hooking Nash is definitely worth the read. I already can’t wait for more from this world!

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Allison M, Reviewer

this was amazing book and I love the MMC and FMC chemistry. I love myself a hockey romance and its can little remind me of off campus.

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Danielle S, Librarian

I have never heard of this author but now I can add her to my want more books by her.

Kennedy has known Nash since forever, they lived next door to each other growing up. She always had a crush on him but he was a ladies man. Fast forward many years, Nash plays NHL hockey in NYC, where Kennedy just happens to be newly employed. She catches a NHL game an reconnected with Nash. Will her feelings from years ago come rushing back or will Nash even care about her?