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Playing To Win (Ice Kings Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Stacey Lynn (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 1,302 ratings
It was a three-week fling. Nothing more than a couple of college kids having some fun, but then I did the stupid thing and fell for Jude Taylor quicker than he can score a goal on the ice. And after one beautiful night together, he left for the pros before I could make my first cup of coffee.

I thought I’d put him behind me. I thought I’d moved on. Then he hobbles into my physical therapy office and I realize how absolutely wrong I’ve been—there’s no getting over Jude Taylor.

But now things are complicated. Jude lives half a country away and his career is in direct opposition to my need for stability. Most of all, getting involved with him could mean losing my job and everything I’ve worked so hard for.

Jude doesn’t seem to mind one bit and he’s all in. He might be a patient in my office, but he’s no longer the patient guy I remember.

This time, he’s playing to win, and the prize he’s looking to score is me.
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  1. Book 1 of 5
    Ice Kings
  2. Print length
    296 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publication date
    February 10, 2020
  6. File size
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  1. She’s there. The girl I still think about. The girl I still wish I could have done things differently with. The girl who blocked my number and disappeared from all social media by the time I arrived in Charlotte, hours after the best night of my life.
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  2. Jude Taylor is exactly the kind of man I’ve always wanted to have. Kind, generous. He’s protective and loves his family. He’s intense and competitive and protective.
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"Sexy and fun with all the feels, PLAYING TO WIN is an awesome read from start to finish! Loved it!!" - Mira Lyn Kelly, USA Today bestselling author


"Quietly emotional, sweetly sexy and fun story." - Ghost Pepper Babes


"From the very first page Playing to Win had me completely addicted, the words took hold and I couldn't escape. The emotion instantly rising to the surface, their chemistry stirring up heat, and their undeniable connection told me I was about to witness something truly special..." - Red's Romance Reads


"Their story is sweet and sexy and all the things we want when reading romance. I loved it!" - Nancy, Goodreads Reviewer


"This story has it all, angst, chemistry off the charts, fun and steamy scenes." - Book Enticer


"If this book is anything to go by Stacey Lynn will have a hit series on her hands because Jude and Katie's second chance romance is a great start to her new Ice Kings Series. I loved everything about this and book it ticked all my boxes." - MI Bookshelf


"I enjoyed every single moment of the story and Jude and Katie's relationship. For fans of hockey romances and or second chance romances this a MUST READ." - Book Addict Reviews


"Lynn regales us with a fun, flirty, and sexy romance!" - Fiona, Goodreads Reviewer


"This is such a sweet story and a feel good one which I ravished with pleasure" - Cat, Goodreads Reviewer


"A fantastic low angst second chance sports romance you should definitely add to your TBR list." - Judy Ann Loves Books

"I typically am not a fan of second chance romance but this one was amazing. The characters were so amusing, and you could feel the heat coming off the page." - Bookcase and Coffee


"Another sweet, funny, feel-good book by the fabulous Stacey Lynn. After finishing this book I was left with the biggest smile on my face and I can't wait to see what comes next in this series." - OMG Reads


"This is an amazing second chance read and once you add in the love of hockey too it becomes a phenomenal read. The chemistry is so hot between Jude and Kate. You will be smiling all the way through." - Becky, Goodreads Reviewer


"This was my first book by Stacey, and I loved it! 5 hockey pucks for this one!" - East Coast Book Chicks

About the Author

Stacey Lynn is the author of several new-adult novels, including Dont Lie to Me, Point of Return, and Remembering Us. She lives in the Midwest with her husband and four young children. She can usually be found lost inside her own head, trying to bring her characters to life. When shes engaged in the real world, shes spending time with her family, drinking large amounts of coffee, and eating skittles by the handful.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B083JKRTZN
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Stacey Lynn Books
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 10, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.8 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 296 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 5 ‏ : ‎ Ice Kings
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 1,302 ratings

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Stacey Lynn

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A long-time dreamer, Stacey Lynn has always loved the emotional journey of two different and complex individuals finding their way to a happily-ever-after.

The author of over fifty romance novels, many of which have been best-selling titles on Amazon, AppleBooks, and Barnes & Noble, she loves being able to turn her vivid imagination into a career that brings entertainment and joy to her readers. Focused on emotional, small-town romance, she happily admits her books might require keeping tissues nearby.

Born in Texas and raised in the Midwest, she now makes her home in North Carolina and loves all things Southern. Blessed with her ultimate tall, dark, and handsome hero, and four children, she loves every minute of her wild and wonderful life.

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Customers find the book to be an awesome read.

"Overall, all I thought it was a good read...." Read more

"Really good book with good characters and storyline. Ups and downs through out the book that keeps you reading till the end and wanting more." Read more

"I really enjoyed reading this. I loved Jude and Katie, they were so good together. Whiskers was pretty awesome too!..." Read more

"...You will just love Jude and Kate. Seriously this is an amazing second chance read and once you add in the love of hockey too it becomes a phenomenal..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, appreciating its good plot, with one customer highlighting the ice hockey twist and another noting the absence of angst.

"...Five years late they have s second chance. Very well written and a good plot. Some spice that goes with the plot not thrown in just for spice...." Read more

"...No real drama happens, except a little work place situation and the fear of “what will happen” to Judd and his place on the hockey team...." Read more

"Great story about finding love after not seeing one another for five years and rebuilding the relationship after a major injury" Read more

"...While I enjoyed the book it was rather one note. No real drama" Read more

A wonderful start to the series!
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A wonderful start to the series!
What does it mean when you have a three-week fling with someone in college and still can't get them out of your thoughts years later? What happens when that someone walks into the place you work and the sparks are still there and they aren't one sided? Well, I'll tell you, it makes for one hell of a spicy second-chance romance! PLAYING TO WIN is exactly what Jude lives for, he loves to win on the ice and now he is aiming to win off of it as well when it comes to winning Kate's heart. Kate doesn't make things easy for him though because if they get caught socializing it could cost her her career because it's unethical for a Physical Therapist to become involved with a client at the practice she works at, even if he isn't her patient. This was a great start to the Ice Kings Series and I for one cannot wait to watch each of these men fall to their knees for the right woman. If you enjoy Sports Romance, Second Chance Romances, or even just a great Romance that has lots of heat and is low on the angst I would recommend this book to you. Happy Reading!!! **I have voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book for my Blog, Nadine's Obsessed with Books**
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  • Lynn Brooks/Thoughts of a Blonde
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great kick-off to a new series!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2020
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    With the first book in her new hockey Ice Kings series, Stacey Lynn knocked it out of the park and delighted this reader with PLAYING TO WIN! The character development is strong, the chemistry is steaming hot and the likability of the characters is off the charts.

    Jude is an attention grabbing character right off the bat. We get to see his vulnerable side from the beginning as he is handed the details about his injury and what it's going to take to get him back out there on the ice. It just so happens he gets sent home to Chicago to rehab ... and to the very clinic that "the one that go away" works as a physical therapist.

    Katie is easy to like. She and Jude weren't anything serious back in college, but only because just after he finally got her to agree date him and they shared their first amazing night together, he ran out the door to go make his dreams come true. She hasn't forgotten him over the years ... but she also hasn't changed her mind about wanting to live a settled down life in a town she loves.

    I highly recommend this reunion story of past college sweethearts. It's fast paced and has a good cast of friends and family in the mix. I'm looking forward to more to come in the series!
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  • Abby
    4.0 out of 5 stars Second chance hockey book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2024
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    Jude and Katie meet is college. He goes the the nhl and leaves her behind. Five years late they have s second chance. Very well written and a good plot. Some spice that goes with the plot not thrown in just for spice. Can't wait to read more by Stacey Lynn!
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  • CHERI HOLT
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2024
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    Passion Hockey hot events and even had a witch I would've slapped for breathing near me. Boss witch had one and walked away too.
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  • Polly Barreto
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024
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    Overall, all I thought it was a good read. Nothing really happens between Judd and Katie…except they pick up where they left off over five years ago. No real drama happens, except a little work place situation and the fear of “what will happen” to Judd and his place on the hockey team. Liked their overall connection to each other and enjoyed following them during their journey to a HEA!
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Book review
    Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2024
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    Great story about finding love after not seeing one another for five years and rebuilding the relationship after a major injury
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  • Mary McCormack
    4.0 out of 5 stars Honest review
    Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024
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    Really good book with good characters and storyline. Ups and downs through out the book that keeps you reading till the end and wanting more.
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  • Jerrica M. Martin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Just What I Wanted
    Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2020
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    Jude and Katie...who knew that this would be a roller coaster ride I would not want to get off. Finished the book in under 3 hours and was disappointed because it was over. These guys need another book!
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  • Katy
    5.0 out of 5 stars so good!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2022
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    I really enjoyed reading this. I loved Jude and Katie, they were so good together. Whiskers was pretty awesome too! I can’t wait to start the next book!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hockey, Yeah.
    Reviewed in Canada on August 1, 2024
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    Hockey Players are people, too. Such a fun read. As an only. Marrying into a big family can be daunting. You gotta just breath in dive right in. You just maybe connect with your father-in-law and a bottle Berryjack kept under the kitchen sink. Cheers.
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  • Vanessa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
    Reviewed in Germany on November 29, 2020
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    The story between Katie and Jude is amazing.
    It is simply a real lovely lovestory and I enjoyed the read.
    The icing on the cake would have been, when he would not only have knocked on the glass at his "returning" home game but also would have shot a goal and throw the puck to her, like in the beginning :)

    Awesome hockey lovestory I can recommend
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  • Annette Megaughin-Helder
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 8, 2020
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    Loved this story of love against the odds. Shows you that perseverance overeind adversity. Great writing and storytelling. Would recommend!
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  • Mags
    4.0 out of 5 stars A sweet and sexy read.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 11, 2020
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    Playing to Win, the first in Stacey Lynn's new Ice Kings Series was a great read, and a nice second chance romance as hockey player Jude Taylor returns to Chicago to recover from a serious injury and reunites with his ex Kate 'Katie' Carter with whom he had a three-week fling before leaving for North Carolina and the Ice Kings five years ago.

    And it was certainly a sweet and sexy read. That also had little angst, and some great supporting characters, and I was easily absorbed throughout. Not to mention it was nicely paced and well written and quite honestly as starts to series go I thought it was a really enjoyable and entertaining one which is why I would happily recommend it to others.
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  • Anonymous
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good book!
    Reviewed in Canada on February 13, 2022
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    This was a good story. Very cute. I will definitely read the rest of the series.
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