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Guarding the Goalie (Charleston Coyotes Hockey Book 3) Kindle Edition

4.3 out of 5 stars 869 ratings

The first time I met Murphy, the goalie of the Coyotes hockey team, I thought he was the most attractive man I’d ever seen.

The second time, we shared a wild night and I never planned to see him again.

Imagine my surprise when I showed up for a work meeting only to find out Murphy was my new client.

He needed a bodyguard to pose as his live-in girlfriend, and I was perfect for the job.

And now I’ve discovered living together in such close proximity comes with its own set of challenges… The man never wears a shirt.
Or pants.

The more I fight to keep things professional between us, the more he struts around in his boxer briefs trying to tempt me.

It turns out guarding the goalie may be easy.

But resisting him is damn near impossible.


This is a standalone feel good low angst fake relationship hockey romcom where the swoony goalie instantly falls for the not so enamored spitfire heroine.

Tropes:
She works for him
Forced Proximity
Opposites Attract
Fake Relationship
He Falls First
Combustible Chemistry

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Ash Beverly is known for his velvety, smooth baritone voice. Having recorded dozens of romance novels over the years, Ash's work has received acclaim from fans worldwide. Growing up in Southern California, with family roots in Texas, Ash has been cited as having a "Blue Collar feel" to his cadence and tone. The loyal fans of the romance community have been very kind and generous to Ash over the years. And he plans to continue narrating novels for the wonderful romance world until the day he dies.

Classically trained and full of character, Ellie Gossage is an actor turned narrator with a passion for bringing stories to life. Born in Colorado but current (New York) city girl, Ellie has traveled the country, working in different regional theaters and honing her craft. Her varied experiences lend her voice a bright, textured, and classic sound that is uniquely her own.

Jacob Chance grew up in New England and still lives there today. He's a martial artist, a football fan, a practical joker, and junk food lover. A USA Today bestselling author of sports rom-coms and romantic suspense, Jacob plans on providing you with many more entertaining stories.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CGB4BS66
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (August 21, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 21, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.6 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 203 pages
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Customers find this book to be a perfect addition to the series, with engaging banter between the characters that keeps them laughing throughout. The romance is thrilling, with Murphy and Wendy being fantastic together, and customers appreciate the undeniable chemistry between them. The book features witty characters and maintains a good heat level throughout.

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15 customers mention "Readability"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be an awesome and perfect addition to the series, with one customer noting it's a fast-paced, easy read filled with laughter.

"...I can't say enough about this book. It was just a perfect addition to this series. Jacob Chance once again proves what a great story teller he is." Read more

"...I loved these two, and of course the dog. A great read with good heat and chemistry...." Read more

"...Murphy wants more but can he get Wendy to give in. This is a great read Jacob doesn’t disappoint. I can’t wait to read the ne t book." Read more

"...This is a fun fast paced easy read! Tropes: -Professional hockey romance -Bodyguard romance -Cinnamon Roll MMC..." Read more

14 customers mention "Humor"14 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor in the book, particularly the banter between characters Wendy and Murphy.

"...Probably my favorite so far in the series. The banter between the two of them is perfection. They had me laughing the entire time...." Read more

"Guarding the Goalie is a thrilling romance that hooked me from the very beginning. This book had it all – heart, passion, humor, and emotion...." Read more

"...brought his ’ A ‘ game with this one!The hilarious one liners, superb banter, and heat had me completely lost in the Coyotes world and refusing to..." Read more

"...Murphy is the lovable, have a good time goalie and Wendy is a true spitfire. I adored Mayer the weiner dog and how Murphy is with him...." Read more

10 customers mention "Story quality"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, describing it as a thrilling romance with no angst or drawn-out drama, and one customer notes it's a fun take on bodyguard romance.

"...These two were made for each other, and their story is perfect. I liked that she was a kickbutt chick and that he didn't feel emasculated about it...." Read more

"I loved this one. A different play on protection. A great story with that small touch of suspense in there. I loved these two, and of course the dog...." Read more

"...The storyline was very-well written. I adored the push and the pull between Murphy and Wendy; their chemistry electric and attraction magnetic...." Read more

"What a fun take on bodyguard romance! I love that she’s the bodyguard and protects him!! This is a fun fast paced easy read!..." Read more

8 customers mention "Romance"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, particularly the characters Murphy and Wendy, with one customer describing their relationship as "down right yummy."

"...While Murphy is strong, protective, and down right yummy. These two were made for each other, and their story is perfect...." Read more

"Murphy and Wendy are fantastic. Probably my favorite so far in the series. The banter between the two of them is perfection...." Read more

"...Murphy is the lovable, have a good time goalie and Wendy is a true spitfire. I adored Mayer the weiner dog and how Murphy is with him...." Read more

"This story is awesome sauce. Murphy and Wendy are phenomenal together...." Read more

7 customers mention "Chemistry"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the chemistry between the characters in the book.

"...A great read with good heat and chemistry. I love how the characters are flowing through each book in the series" Read more

"...They had me laughing the entire time. The chemistry between the two was instant. I love a strong a female lead and Wendy was just that!..." Read more

"...These two have great chemistry they have a one night stand. Fate comes along in form of a stalker . He needs a bodyguard...." Read more

"...I adored the push and the pull between Murphy and Wendy; their chemistry electric and attraction magnetic. The banter had me laughing often...." Read more

6 customers mention "Witty characters"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the witty characters in the book, with one customer specifically praising Wendy's wit.

"...I love how the characters are flowing through each book in the series" Read more

"Jacob did it again. He always writes amazing characters, and Wendy is a true bad!@#...." Read more

"This book is amazing, just like the others. But I do like the roles that the characters play in this because they are slightly reversed...." Read more

"...It's always great to see characters from other books, and even series, make appearances and link their worlds together and Jacob is an expert in that..." Read more

4 customers mention "Heat level"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the heat level of the book.

"...I loved these two, and of course the dog. A great read with good heat and chemistry...." Read more

"...Murphy is fun, protective, and hot. He was like a big teddy bear but he isn’t perfect which was refreshing and made me actually love him more...." Read more

"Another Hat Trick for Jacob! Murphy and Wendy are hot, sexy, sarcastic and so damn cute!..." Read more

"...I love the banter between Wendy and Murphy. This story is funny, steamy, and romantic. I highly recommend this book." Read more

Murphy and Wendy don't disappoint!
5 out of 5 stars
Murphy and Wendy don't disappoint!
Jacob brought everything with this one. Murphy and Wendy and the cutest little dog. All the back and forth banter between them was amazing. Bringing all the laughs and hot. The team mates are amazing and the commeradry between them is perfect. I truly can't wait for y'all to read this. Murphy and Wendy are truly amazing awesome. And you will love Mayer. Grab your copy you totally won't be disappointed. O is this love.. These two belong together.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023
    I absolutely love Wendy. She's fierce, smart,and sexy. While Murphy is strong, protective, and down right yummy. These two were made for each other, and their story is perfect. I liked that she was a kickbutt chick and that he didn't feel emasculated about it. I can't say enough about this book. It was just a perfect addition to this series. Jacob Chance once again proves what a great story teller he is.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2024
    I loved this one. A different play on protection. A great story with that small touch of suspense in there. I loved these two, and of course the dog. A great read with good heat and chemistry. I love how the characters are flowing through each book in the series
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2023
    Murphy and Wendy are fantastic. Probably my favorite so far in the series. The banter between the two of them is perfection. They had me laughing the entire time. The chemistry between the two was instant. I love a strong a female lead and Wendy was just that! She is one of my favorite female main characters of 2023! Murphy is fun, protective, and hot. He was like a big teddy bear but he isn’t perfect which was refreshing and made me actually love him more. I can’t wait for the next book and see more of these two and the entire Coyotes crew!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024
    This is book 3 of the series. Although you can read it alone it’s better to start at book 2.
    Murphy is the goalie he met Wendy in the hall with his teammates girlfriend Evie.
    These two have great chemistry they have a one night stand. Fate comes along in form of a stalker . He needs a bodyguard.
    Wendy is working her new business she gets a referral to bodyguard someone .
    Murphy wants more but can he get Wendy to give in.
    This is a great read Jacob doesn’t disappoint. I can’t wait to read the ne t book.
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2023
    Guarding the Goalie is a thrilling romance that hooked me from the very beginning. This book had it all – heart, passion, humor, and emotion. The storyline was very-well written. I adored the push and the pull between Murphy and Wendy; their chemistry electric and attraction magnetic. The banter had me laughing often. The emotions radiated from the pages and the swoon-worthy moments were breathtaking. There was no angst or drawn-out drama – simply a sweet story with a little added suspense. This book was everything I hoped for and more. I loved every second of this story and didn’t want it to end! This is one book you want to read!
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2023
    What a fun take on bodyguard romance! I love that she’s the bodyguard and protects him!!

    This is a fun fast paced easy read!

    Tropes:
    -Professional hockey romance
    -Bodyguard romance
    -Cinnamon Roll MMC
    -Reverse grumpy/sunshine
    -Banter
    -One night stand
    -Forced proximity
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2023
    Jacob brought his ’ A ‘ game with this one!The hilarious one liners, superb banter, and heat had me completely lost in the Coyotes world and refusing to put the book down.

    Murphy and Wendy are two people content with the single life and a quick romp in the sheets. Unfortunate circumstances forced them to be with each other 24/7 making their attraction harder to avoid. If you are looking for an easy read filled with laughter and a touch of suspense definitely one click Guarding the Goalie. These two had me laughing and swooning the whole time!
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2023
    Jacob did it again. He always writes amazing characters, and Wendy is a true bad!@#. Murphy is the lovable, have a good time goalie and Wendy is a true spitfire. I adored Mayer the weiner dog and how Murphy is with him. We also get the past characters from the first two books. You will not be able to put the book down.

Top reviews from other countries

  • Vivien
    5.0 out of 5 stars Saving the future!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 26, 2023
    Jack Murphy own the goalkeeper for the Charleston Coyotes hockey team and doesn't feel ready for relationships unless it's with his dog, Mayer. After a one night stand with Wendy, the attraction he feels is different from the attraction he's felt for others. When he hires a body guard for to a stalker, he's surprised when it's Wendy he's hired. Moving in to protect him, the attraction grows between them.
    What happens when the stalker is caught? Do they go their separate ways? Will they give in to the attraction and see where it takes them?
    This was another great book from Jacob, with humour and characters you can't help but love! Can't wait for the next one!
  • Canadian Girl
    5.0 out of 5 stars She's a bada**
    Reviewed in Canada on August 26, 2023
    That girl can kick some butt.
    I love a story with a strong woman lead, and she is the definition of that. These two have one hot night together before she runs out on him. Then, a stalker brings them back together. He's not letting her or of his bed once she's back in it.
  • Carmen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love at first sight
    Reviewed in Spain on September 1, 2023
    Love, love, love so much this book! I want a Murphy in my life. Loved how ready he was to acknowledge his feelings. Loved the chemistry between the two characters. Five star read, as always!
  • Vicki K-S
    4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable read, LOL moments
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 7, 2023
    *REVIEWING FOR ROCK HARD ROMANCE*

    The third book in the series, yet easily followed as a standalone.
    As the blurb gives enough away, what I will say is that it was an enjoyable read, told in DUAL POV's, again, much like Jacob's previous sports romance stories, there is a good mix of sport's detail, alongside the developing romances with the chosen leads, and plenty of LOL moments. I really liked seeing previous character's pop up and with this book, there was a bit of suspense added and to begin with it was an interesting concept for Murphy to have a stalker, although for me, I felt that the reveal of who was behind it and how it was resolved seemed to be a bit rushed, however, on the whole it was as I have said, an enjoyable read and I look forward to the next in the series.

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