Sawyer Bennett is a powerhouse when it comes to writing but, there is just something about her ability to bring rugged, bullheaded, and just plan sexy hockey players to life that gets me every time. I'm drawn to these storylines, characters, and this overall series more than any other hockey romance out there.

Lucas and Stephanie's story was filled with ups and downs, family and friends, and a whole lot of hockey. Like the rest of the series Sawyer Bennett was able to insert the pure adrenaline rush of watching hockey into the feel of the book, so not only are you enjoying this immensely emotional romance but you get the fun of being on the ice.

I'm not saying much in this review because the surprises in this book need to be just that. I don't want to spoil anything because this book is so much fun and you just need to dive in and let it take you where it will!

I didn't really expect the one night that Luc and Stephanie had to end up so interesting. Sure they had fantastic chemistry, but it was a hookup. I really didn't like how Luc reacted to Stephanie's news, but he redeemed himself the next day. I liked that the two of them were going to try to work things out, at the very least to be friends. I also knew that Stephanie's suggestion to keep having sex would change things between them.

Stephanie had issues, ones that annoyed me, even as I understood why, more so after the two phone calls with her mother. I was stunned with those, could totally see why Stephanie was so messed up, just hated that Luc had to work so hard. When their big fight came things went how I expect, down to Luc's harsh words. I was glad that Jules ripped into Luc about them when she learned, he needed to hear that. While I hated the drama at the end, I did like that it caused Luc to realize what was important to him and go after Stephanie, glad that Stephanie took the out stretched hand to grab for what she really wanted too, a safe place, a family to belong to, people to love her and that is just what Luc and his family could provide her with.

I honestly don't even know how many books there have been in the Cold Fury Hockey series. All I know is that I am seriously addicted to them and hope that it never ever ends. For me, everything that Sawyer Bennett writes is pure gold and pleasure. "Lucas" is no exception! I have lost track of the number of her heroes that I have fallen in love with and you have to be heartless - even senseless to not fall head over heels in love with Lucas.

Lucas Fournier is the younger brother of Max Fournier and those who are fans of the series already know him. Like all Cold Fury players he is extremely skilled not only on the ice, but also between the sheets ;) However he never expected a hot and wild one - night -stand to turn into something much more serious. Granted, the chemistry he had with Stephanie was off the charts, but he isn't ready or looking for something permanent. But Lucas is a honorable and dependable and he would never shrink from his responsibilites. But it seems that Stephanie is the one who is scared of commitment so Lucas finds himself trying to make her believe in love and happily ever after.

Stephanie Frazier doesn't do relationships. Having grown up with parents who never wanted to have children, she has always been neglected and ignored. She has no clue what love feels like or what a normal family looks like. And even though she feels that what she has with Lucas is special and one of a kind, she is terrified of letting herself go. So what is a girl who has nothing to give going to do with a man who wants to give her everything and wants everything from her in return?

Even though I felt like this book was not as steamy as the previous books in the series, it was really emotional. You can't help but feel your heart shatter at Stephanie's pain. And if there is one man who can heal someone so emotionally damaged, than that man is definately Lucas. The perfect hero. I really can't wait for "Van". Having seen the interaction between Van and Simone I am really excited to see what their relationship is going to be like!

Absolutely love love love this series!!!

Holy moly this authors novels just keep getting better and better. This novel grabbed me from the first page until the very last. I was sorry I reached the end because I just didn't want this novel to end. I loved the main characters. I loved Lucas, he was honest, loyal and so very sweet. I loved Stephanie that even with her horrible childhood she was able to be brave and try to make a try with Lucas. This novel made me laugh out loud, at times cry and finally in the end left me smiling and feeling happy. I loved this novel and can't wait to see what this author has in store for the future.

Loved this one! I look forward to each one in this series! Can't wait for Van next!!!

I LOVE this series and I have loved every single story in this series. Each time I think I know a player, well the author surprises me. In this book the player highlighted is Lucas, he is the brother of Max who in a previous book met and fell in love with Jules. I am happy to say they are very much seen in this book along with Max and Luc's parents and we get to know Simone, their sister too.

In this story Luc is a major player and at an event he meets Stephanie, a gorgeous redhead who works at a museum. As you can imagine they have a one night stand. Then the book picks up later when Luc and Stephanie meet up again. Luc really wants Stephanie but she is very closed up.

This story is really about Luc getting her to accept love and open herself up. Steph has never known love and Luc really likes her and wants her to open her heat to him. At times I really felt for Luc because I am not sure I would have come back for more with Steph. She was a very tough nut to crack.

This was a well written and fun story and I really liked every character. As with a Sawyer story there are lots of sex scenes. I cannot wait for the next story starring Van.

Adorable and heart wrenching, pulled at my heart strings from start to finish!

Not typically a fan of surprise pregnancy romances but I adore sawyers cold fury hockey series and this one didn't disappoint. I went in to the story thinking I would be disappointed with Lucas and how he would handle the situation, but really he was amazing from the get go, of course there were moments of frustration with the situation but ultimately this story has everything in it to tug at your heartstrings and make you fall in love with this couple!

If you like sports romance stories filled with angst, emotional turmoil, trust, incredible chemistry, sexy scenes, and passion, then you need to read Lucas by Sawyer Bennett. It is well-written with characters that are unique and tie into the previous books in the Cold Fury Hockey series.

I volunteered to review an advance reader copy of this book.

Lucas Fournier is Max's younger brother and paying for the Cold Fury now with Max. Lucas is at a function downtown at a museum when he sets eyes on Stephanie Frazier. The end up hooking up that night, both only want a one night stand. It was the best sex that Lucas ever had. A few week later Lucas sees Stephanie come in to the restaurant where the team is celebrating after a win. They go out into the parking lot talk and she tells him she is pregnant. Lucas doesn't take the news well at first, but he does remember the condom breaking. A few days later Lucas and Stephanie talk. Lucas wants to be a part of the pregnancy and in the baby's life. Neither one want a relationship but agree to be friends. Their lives have been so different with Lucas growing up with loving parents and wonderful brothers and a sister. Stephanie grew up in a rich family with parents that never wanted her, never showed her love, and made her feel worthless.

You can't help but love Lucas. Even though he wasn't ready for a family, he was responsible enough to change his ways and want to get to know Stephanie better. Lucas had such a wonderful support system. I felt terrible for Stephanie and how her parents treated her not only as a child but even as an adult. It was sad to think she never got close to anyone, and felt that she could only depend on herself. Ms. Bennett has such a wonderful way of telling a story that you are involved with the characters and their feelings. I loved the book, and strongly encourage you to read the book. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.

Great characters but I was left wanting more. I wish there had been less sex and more dialogue between these two. They basically fell in love in the bedroom.

The ending was a total dud for me. I'm left with so many questions about the baby. I wish the epilogue had been focused on what was next for our couple versus setting up Van's story.

I was generously given an ARC for a honest review. I loved Max's story so I was really looking forward to his brother, Luc's story. There is a slight twist in that the heroine plays the role of the "lone wolf" and the hero is the one who is willing to wear his heart on his sleeve. It was refreshing to read the book from this perspective. Although I was really getting annoyed with Stephanie with all her pushing Luc away. And after all that angst, she seemed to suddenly trust in their relationship at the end.....it didn't make sense. Lucas' character was lovable but there was a bit of immaturity in him. The unexpected surprise of the baby helps to propel both characters toward their goals.....Stephanie towards opening up and Lucas to growing up a bit. The push and pull was realistic but I felt the ending was a bit rushed......and Van and Simone's story seemed to take the forefront of the story. I am intrigued with Van's storyline but I hope I doing get annoyed with Simone. She definitely came off as a spoiled brat. We also get a a little peek at the lives of the other players. Max and Jules plays a big role in this book. I loved these characters in Max's book....but I definitely didn't like Jules giving Luc a hard time regarding his break up.....because it was both parties....and she should have been more understanding with her future brother-in-law. Finally, I didn't feel a connection to the characters in this book as I did. With the other Cold Fury books. I didn't feel like they were fully fleshed out and with the ending being a bit rushed and abrupt, the disconnect was worse. As much as I wanted to hear about Van, I wanted tit final chapters to be about Luc and Stephanie.

I love the cold fury hockey series. These are amazing men. Lucas finds a one night stand and Stephanie ends up pregnant. Then the problems start. A must read.

Ok, I know I've said this before, but Lucas is officially my favorite, favorite, favorite book in the Carolina Cold Fury Hockey series!! I loved how Sawyer Bennett wrote such a fantastic and juicy storyline with many twists without adding unneeded drama--so refreshing! Pretty early on in the novel we learn about Steph and Luc's predicament--I enjoyed diving in head first with these two! Throughout the novel Steph and Luc relationship/friendship organically develops and Luc totally blew me away with what an fabulous guy he turned out to be. Lucas and Stephanie have AMAZING chemistry and I loved how they brought out the best in each other!! Just when I think Sawyer Bennett cannot top herself in this series she goes and gives us this 5 star gem!! I am truly excited for more Cold Fury installments!!

What another great addition to Sawyer Bennett's Cold Fury series. Lucas and Stephanie meet at a charity event and hit it off immediately. The passion they had that night was off of the charts. Both of them are surprised when they find out their one night of passion left them pregnant.

Lucas was raised by a loving family, he always had unconditional love and support, the complete opposite of Stephanie. Stephanie's parents had no time for her, she was raised by a nanny and sent away to boarding school, never being acknowledged by her parents. Lucas and Stephanie decide to be co-parents and have a casual friends with benefits relationship, that works fine until emotions and feelings get involved. Lucas works hard to show Stephanie that she has his support and that he wants to do things to make it easier for her, but she feels overwhelmed because she has never had anyone care for her, always being alone. Lucas and Stephanie have such chemistry and passion in their relationship when Stephanie leave Lucas in. The patience and understanding that Lucas shows Stephanie tugs at your heart as well as seeing Stephanie struggle through her past and trying to break free from the hold it has on her. I absolutely LOVED Lucas, it drew me in immediately. I loved the connection that Lucas and Stephanie had from the very beginning and did not want their story to end.

**Received ARC for a fair and honest review**
Lucas is book 8 in the Cold Fury Hockey series. This book can be read as a standalone, but would be best read in order. Lucas Fournier, AKA Max Fournier's brother is new to the Cold Fury hockey team and isn't interested in anything other then hooking up. Then he meets Stephanie Frazier, they have an amazing night in bed and they go on their separate ways. After a game Lucas is at a bar when Stephanie finds him and asks him to talk.
I really enjoyed the book, Lucas is an alpha male, but kind, caring and open. Stephanie is closed off, a loner, and only relies on herself. Whenever Lucas tries to get closer to Stephanie she backs away and puts walls up. Her character was a little difficult for me, though she had a horrible upbringing, no relationship with her parents, she came across to me as weak and closed off. If she would have been a little stronger, I would have loved this book. That is why I rated it at 4 stars. The only other issue I had with the book was the ending felt kind of abrupt. It just ended, and left you wanting to know a little bit more. If you like hot and steamy, this book will not disappoint. On a side note... I am very much looking forward to Van's story... Should be interesting, don't want to give anything away... Hope this helps!! Happy Reading!!!

Full review to be published online in the mid September review cycle.

LUCAS may well give the reader a sense of familiarity, as Lucas reminded me quite a bit of his older brother Max. They both have an easygoing, personality, and their tight family bond only endears them even more to the reader.

When Lucas he falls for a girl, it's hard and fast; and the girl who catches his eye is closed off emotionally. It's going to take a great deal of tender loving care from Lucas to win Stephanie over. Lucas knows what he wants; and is an upstanding guy. Stephanie was out of her depth most of the time. Throughout the book, she was definitely a work in progress.

LUCAS is a great sports romance, and I enjoy ice hockey; so this book is a winner. There was a little bit of a rush to the ending, however; and the epilogue didn't serve the story well. It mainly served to set up stage for the next book in the series.

LUCAS is the eighth book in Sawyer Bennett’s popular “Cold Fury Hockey” series. Although there are some characters that will be more familiar to regular readers, it can easily be read standalone.

Lucas is the sexy, fun, carefree and willing to love hockey player. Stephy is the openly sexual, emotionally stunted baby momma to said hockey player. Sounds like a recipe for heartache......but they will over come all the obstacles to find true love in each other...

I'm not going to spoil anything, but I really enjoy this trope! I will say Lucas is such a swoony sweetheart (like his brother, Max)! Stephy, well, I just wanted to hug her. They are exactly what each other needs, and I loved their story!

Best park is Lucas is wasting no time. Knows what he wants and has enough determination and patience. I love how straight forward he is and has no emotional filter. I even felt like other characters in the book did not cut him enough slack. Because really, when you have a responsible, reasonable, understanding, loving guy and much more, you really don't need anything else. It is great to read how these characters pull up the big pants and decide to step up to the challenge and are great at it.

Lucas by Sawyer Bennett is the 8th book in the Cold Fury Hockey Series and just like the others can be read as a stand-a-lone.

Lucas meets Stephanie at a charity event where she is working. After a one-night stand Stephy ends up pregnant. Neither has any idea how to raise a child, but decide to keep the child and raise the child as friends. Stephy did not have good role models while growing up and has a difficult time getting close to anyone.

As they move along through her pregnancy they truly begin to care for one another. Stephy begins to let her guard down and Lucas although he didn’t think he wanted a baby is thrilled, sweet and attentive.

At times they struggle with their relationship, especially Stephy, but the chemistry is off the charts and you begin to root for this couple.

One of the things I love about this series is that we get a glimpse of some of the other hockey players from previous books. In Lucas we re-visit his brother Max and his fiancee Jules.

The next book will be Van and I can’t wait to see where his story goes especially since Simone, Max and Lucas’ sister plays a significant role.

I received an ARC through NetGalley for an honest review.