I had one date with Leighton McBride before I found out she’s the coach’s daughter. And now the only woman I want is the one woman I can’t have.
The Girlfriend Zone by Lauren Blakely
Love and Hockey #4
Sports Romance
Release: March 26, 2025
Tropes: coach’s daughter, the one who got away, starts with a bang, second chance vibes, age gap, forbidden hockey romance, forced proximity, workplace romance
In my defense, I had no idea the tattooed, glasses-wearing, soulful hottie I spent one perfect day—and one unforgettable night—with was a hockey star on my father’s team.
And Miles didn’t know I was the coach’s daughter.
That’s the point of a “no-work-talk” date.
But now? He’s as forbidden to me as I am to him.
When I land a new gig as the team photographer, we vow to keep it professional. We mostly succeed…except for that time after a game when he couldn’t keep his talented hands off me. But I swear, it won’t happen again.
Too much is at stake—I can’t risk my heart or my father’s team.
But when I end up living at Miles’s place to care for his pack of rescue pups, the lines blur fast. Late nights turn into stolen moments and I discover there’s more to him than I ever imagined—a man who’s genuine, thoughtful, and irresistibly real.
He looks at me like he can’t believe his luck. Touches me like he never wants to let go. And listens to my hopes and fears.
My heart’s getting dangerously attached. But if I follow it… am I putting everyone’s dreams on the line?
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The Girlfriend Zone by Lauren Blakely
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was long, so I’ll keep this sweet and short.
Leighton and Miles have insane chemistry from the start, but when they learn their other connection, such as Miles being a player on her dad’s team, they know there couldn’t be anything more between them than friendship.
I absolutely loved the banter and loved how their relationship grew in the book. I loved Miles and the way he seemed to always know what she needed.
I’ve loved every book in this series but these two are my favorite so far. Their connection, funny banter and all the side characters gave this book that something that will make me come back for a reread.
***Review copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads Blog***
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A #1 New York Times Bestselling, #1 Wall Street Journal Bestselling, and #1 Audible Bestselling author, Lauren Blakely is known for her contemporary romance style that’s sexy, feel-good and witty. Her books have been featured in US Weekly and People. Lauren likes dogs, cake and show tunes and she is the vegetarian at your dinner party.
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