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Ice Rivals by Kristen Granata

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5.0

šŸ’ MMF 
šŸ’ Second Chance Romance 
šŸ’ Rival Teams 
šŸ’ Golden Retriever MMC 
šŸ’ Black Cat MMC 
šŸ’ Single Guardian FMC 
šŸ’ Spicy AF 
šŸ’ Emotional 
 
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Ice Rivals, Book 4 in the East Coast Series, is an emotionally intense and beautifully raw second chance romance that explores love in its most vulnerable, unconventional, and healing form. Kristen Granata delivers a deeply moving story of three hearts trying to find their way back to one anotherā€”against the odds, and against time. 

This isn't just a sports romance. Itā€™s a story about acceptance, forgiveness, and rediscovery. Stephen and Chance once had it all: a powerful friendship, a deep brotherhood formed on the ice, and a fiery, passionate connection with Presley King that changed everything. But when Presley walked away, the trio shattered. 

Four years later, Stephen and Chance are no longer teammatesā€”they're rivals, and Presley is a ghost from their pastā€¦ until she suddenly reappears in the most public way possible. What follows is a slow, emotionally rich unraveling of grief, hope, and longing. 

Chanceā€™s journey is heartbreaking and deeply realā€”his inner conflict, rooted in past trauma and shame, is written with so much empathy. Stephen brings steadiness and strength, balancing the weight of their shared history. Presley is the glue between themā€”soft, fierce, and brave enough to love them both. 

Their connection is intense and undeniable. Every stolen glance, every moment of tension, and every attempt at rebuilding what was lost makes this romance achingly beautiful. The challenges they faceā€”public scrutiny, internal doubts, and a shocking twistā€”keep the pages turning and your heart in your throat. 

Kristen Granata doesnā€™t shy away from the hard topics. She handles bisexuality, mental health, and polyamorous love with grace, compassion, and authenticity. The emotional stakes are high, the heat is well-balanced, and the payoff is so worth it. 

If you're looking for a second chance, friends-to-lovers-to-more romance thatā€™s bold, heartfelt, and refreshingly honest, Ice Rivals will hit you right in the feels. This story isnā€™t just about falling in loveā€”itā€™s about fighting for it.