Nick is the perfect mix of a hunky, successful athlete who also is kind and interesting. He’s not interested in puck bunnies and prefers to watch documentaries about insects or history. He’s attracted to Camille when he meets her bartending for his best buddy’s bachelor party. Camille has had a tough few years after she was dumped by her first husband, a hockey player, suffered a dreadful miscarriage, had her mother die, and grown apart from her father. She is just trying to hold her family together and take care of the family restaurant, but her father refuses to let her buy the restaurant and would prefer to sell to an outsider.

There was room for plenty of plot and character development in the story, but that all seemed to take second place once the two main characters started sleeping together. At that point the ratio of sex to plot shortchanged the plot which felt rushed for the second part of the book.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book that I received from Netgalley; however, the opinions are my own and I did not receive any compensation for my review.

I liked this book (Ice Hard by Tracy Goodwin), I just have to say it wasn't my favorite and I didn't enjoy it as much as I did the first book in this series. liked the set up on scorcher I thought it was a nice detail even though it blows up in the end. I did like the mystery that was stringing the book along but I really felt like it was just thrown at you too soon. Like I feel like there was such a better way to reveal that than just having Sally say it. I will say that the characters are extremely developed to the point that I know how they will act in every situation which is what makes the ending so hard. I think my least favorite part of the book is the end because both characters are really just waiting for the break up moment it just felt forced and not natural. I will say though that the epilogue was great! I loved that they had adopted two kids and everything. So all in all it was a good book, just not my favorite.

Ice Hard is the second book in the Nighthawks series. You do not need to read the first book to get into the story or the series, as it is a true standalone. The story was ultra sugar sweet, with the main character, Nick, being every woman's ideal partner. I had a problem with that because there was no character development, no growth. The story revolved around Cami not being healed enough to accept the "perfect" man right in front of her. This type of book is why women get unrealistic ideals of what a man will/should do in a relationship. I'm giving this book three chilli peppers of hotness.

I was given a free ARC in exchange for my unbiased opinion, all thoughts are my own. Thank you NetGalley and Random House for the ARC.

I liked this book, I just have to say it wasn't my favorite and I didn't enjoy it as much as I did the first book in this series. First, I'm glad to know that Chris and Serena are having a baby and I like that Nick and Cami meet right away so you really get into the point of the book. Also, I liked the set up on scorcher I thought it was a nice detail even though it blows up in the end. I did like the mystery that was stringing the book along but I really felt like it was just thrown at you too soon. Like I feel like there was such a better way to reveal that than just having Sally say it. I will say that the characters are extremely developed to the point that I know how they will act in every situation which is what makes the ending so hard. Also I love that Chris and Serena are throughout the book especially when they go to Serena's shop, I absolutely loved that. I think my least favorite part of the book is the end because both characters are really just waiting for the break up moment like I hate that they were thinking like that so the break up just felt forced and not even natural. I just generally felt like the ending was rushed, that the author spent so much time developing the characters and the story that by the time she got to the end she wanted them to break up just so they can get back together again. Sometimes, a book doesn't have to have a break up! So to me the end was very anticlimactic. I will say though that the epilogue was great! I loved that they had adopted two kids and everything. So all in all it was a good book, just not my favorite.

Lets be honest who does not love a good hockey romance. This hockey romance is hot. Nick is tired of puck bunny's and he is ready to settle down. He sees his best friend happy with one lady and that is what he wants for himself. He sets his sights on Cami. Cami is a little hard to get since she does not date hockey players. Nick will not take no for an answer. The chemistry between these two is intense. I loved Nick. He was just sweet and has a really great personality. Cami is a very strong willed woman who knows what she wants. This book was such a fun read. I am looking forward to the next book in the series. Thanks Net Galley. I voluntarily reviewed this book in exchange for an honest review.

This is the second book in the series, Nick's and Cami's book. Nick was happy for his best friend Chris but was feeling a little lost and lonely now since he felt a little left behind and he wanted what his friend had. He decided to join the dating app Scorcher. Cami was helping out her younger brother Matt and ends up meeting Nick but he is a hockey player and she will never date a hockey player has been there and done that and has been burned but her family has signed her up for Scorcher and she ends up going on a date with him and they end up having more in common and falling in love. I have to say that Cami's family is horrible, horrible people..I felt so bad for her especially after all that she has done for them.

"—he's more than sex on a stick. He's genuine, and unlike any man I've ever met, let alone dated. I don't know how much longer I can resist his charms."

This is the second book I've read by this author and I've confirmed it's not a fluke, she's so very talented and her words are life. I devoured this story. I could not put it down.

Nick's nickname is the Dominator. He dominates on the ice and knows how to get under the skin of his opponents. He does his research and learns what buttons to push to get results. He loves his job, hockey makes him happy, but it's not everything. Now that he sees what his best friend has, he wants that too. As he plans to be the best man at the wedding, he wants to bring a real date, not a puck bunny or one-night-stand. He wants more...

What he wants is Cami. If only he can figure out a way to get past her 'no hockey players' rule. He doesn't know why she has that rule, but it's obvious that there's a good reason for it. Someone has hurt her and he's paying the price. Being the negotiator that he is, he convinces her to attend the wedding as his date. At least it's a start, right? Surely he will be able to change her mind about hockey players, they aren't all bad.

Cami is badass. She's sarcastic and unapologetic about her choices. I loved her immediately and totally understood Nick's infatuation. I was very intrigued by her, beyond curious about her past. What has caused her to give up on relationships? "—I'm broken and can't be fixed."

Though she fights it, hard, the chemistry between them is hot enough to melt the ice. Yes, she has legit reasons for being wary. She makes Nick work 'hard' to earn her trust. Hell, she just makes Nick HARD period. "I want her to reconsider her rule. I want her to see me, not what she perceives hockey stars to be."

I'm addicted to the New York Nighthawks series and can't wait to spend more time with the team. I've already got my eye on a few that need a strong woman to soften up some of their hardness, but only in the heart region. The line forms here...

Nick and Cami are amazing! I loved them together, but they were equally strong as individual characters. I hate that Cami had trouble trusting him, but I was so glad he stuck it out and romanced the hell out of her! I also loved most of the side characters (and hated a few)! Can't wait for more from this series!

I love a good alpha hockey story but what I loved about this book was the fact that Nick was more than who he was on the ice! After years of senseless hookups and meaningless romance Nick wants to find more! When he meets Camille he knows he will do everything it takes to make her his and boy does she give him the fight of his life!

The spark was there but Camille had been burned before and she wasn’t going to let that happen again. She guarded her heart and didn’t want to let Nick in but his easy going personality and magnetic charm has her falling hard and fast but what will happen when she reveals the secrets she hides!?

I loved this beautiful story and all the funny, crazy secondary characters! I feel that the Nighthawks are my new favorite team!

Tracy Goodwin is a new to me author, but I definitely think I'm going to go back and read her other novels. Especially the first book in this series Ice Hot. I didn't read that one going into this one, but I didn't feel like I needed to. The couple in the first book appear in this one, but this book is more about Cami and Nick's romance. Which is what I love about romance series! You don't have to read them in order.

I LOVE hockey romances, so of course I jumped to read this book! I liked that the previous playboy hockey player is ready to really find someone and the way Nick tries to woo Cami was so cute! It was clear she had some issues and I definitely understood why she didn't want to get involved with him. At the same time, I think she really went into herself too much and it allowed her family to walk all over her. Her sister was the worst honestly.

The sexy times between these two were good, but if that isn't your thing, maybe skip over this book. I did really like the relationship between these two, but I did find Cami a little frustrating. Because of things about herself (not giving spoilers here) she is so convinced that Nick is just going to leave her like her ex-husband did. But Nick is so much better and kinder than that jerk, and it bummed me out a bit because she hurt him so much.

I had a fun time reading this book, and I heard there is going to be a third book so I'm really excited to read that one, and to go back to read about Nick's best friend in the first book. If you like hockey romances, I would definitely recommend this one.

I like this authors writing style but honestly I felt the main male character to be too perfect...…...

This one started off really good, but then about halfway through, I started to lose interest. Which is a shame since I have really enjoyed this series. I skipped around until I finished the book. Luckily, I really enjoyed the last chapter and the epilogue. The epilogue was perfect.
Cami and Nick are a 'real' couple who deal with 'real' issues.
Overall, 4 stars.
This one can be read on its own with no issues even though you wont have met Chris and Serena.

Possible triggers are miscarriage and not being able to have children.

I absolutely loved every single thing about this book. From beginning to the very end. Nick the “Dominator” George is the absolute PERFECT BOOK-BOYFRIEND.

Nick is one of the sweetest Hero’s I’ve read and he will have you swooning page after page. Even though he’s the Dominator on the ice, his heart is soft, he’s a smart jock and he’s so handsome.

Camille has been burned by one hockey player. So it’s a big NO on dating other ones. Until a chance meeting with Nick happens. He starts to change her thinking on things. He’s different than everybody else. She doesn’t want to give in to him. But she can’t stop herself. She can put the breaks on it but Nick just steamrolls her thoughts and actions.

I loved this book. It was addictive with characters who you fall in love with.

Highly recommended.

“I was given a free advanced copy of this book by NetGalley in exchange for my honest and voluntary review.*

German review on the book is following: 3.5 stars. Review will be published on the publication date of the books:

Gut zu lesen, nicht ohne Schwächen

Da ich sports romance liebe, musste ich dieses Buch natürlich lesen. Den ersten Teil in der Serie kannte ich zuvor zwar nicht, aber ich glaube auch nicht, dass das ein großes Problem war.

Das Buch liest sich wie eine recht typische sports romance und ich würde es von der Qualität her eher im Mittelfeld einordnen. Ich find die Liebesgeschichte zwar ganz nett, sie konnte mich aber nicht so richtig packen. Auch war gerade der Einstieg ins Buch etwas schwierig für mich, da der Schreibstil etwas holprig war und einige Charakter recht plump und ohne Finesse vorgestellt worden sind. Danach wurde es aber glücklicherweise besser, an meine Lieblinge in dem Genre kann dieses Buch aber trotzdem nicht heranreichen. Dafür fehlt es an Witz und einem mitreißenderem Schreibstil. Drei Sterne sind aber trotzdem noch drinnen.

With a swoonworthy pro hockey player who shows the world his alpha side on a daily basis but keeps his inner teddy bear a secret and the sassy woman who melts his heart, this book has a lot going for it. I really liked our hero, Nick. He is steadfast in his feelings for Cami and determined to show her that they can become something lasting. Unfortunately, Nick has more patience than me because Camille’s constant indecision and insecurities grated on me more and more as the book continued on. I definitely liked the first half better than the second, but as a whole it’s a solid book.

The story follows Nick, a hockey player who has watched his best friend and teammate fall in love, get engaged and start a family in the last year. He realizes that he wants someone meaningful in his life and sets out to find a woman who loves him for his true self, not the role he plays on the ice. At his friend’s bachelor party, he meets Camille and is immediately taken by her. It’s not quite insta-love, but his feelings form at warp speed. Camille is equally attracted, but her history with hockey players has left her unwilling to open herself up to another one. Nick relentlessly pursues Cami until she accepts her feelings for him, but insecurities continue to linger in the back of her mind.

The writing here is great and Nick is such a good guy. I loved the chemistry between the two at the beginning of the book, and would’ve liked to have explored that a little more. There’s a lot of internalization and not enough interaction between the couple during the middle of the book, and that’s where it started to lose my interest a little bit. I was really liking it initially and then things started to feel both rushed (their feelings) and repetitive (Cami’s hesitancy, so many sex scenes that it felt like the foundation of their relationship). Overall, it’s not a perfect book but it’s definitely worth a read and I’m sure fans of the series won’t be disappointed. I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review. I would definitely check out the next book in the series - I think I know who our hero will be and it should be interesting.

Ice Hard by Tracy Goodwin is the second book in the A New York Nighthawks series. At the time, I wasn't aware of that. But as my first Tracy Goodwin novel, it wasn't confusing to read since it stands alone, which is appealing for those who never know where to start with book series. It was a great read, it succeeded my expectations, and I have a lot when it comes to #HockeyBooks. Wish there was more hockey talk, but I'm okay with what I got, and it will sit well with those who don't care about hockey.

And now, let us talk about the book:


Ice Hard is about Nick George, a professional hockey player in the NHL. He has his whole life made, a job he loves and amazing best friends. But there's one thing, Nick realizes that he wants to fall in love. But most importantly, he wishes for commitment.

That’s why Nick is ready to settle down. Living the hockey life isn't always glamour and puck bunnies as the crowd thinks. When you start seeing your friends finding love and marrying off, you become jealous of what they have, in the right way. You want it for yourself; you want that commitment and passion. You want to feel blissfully happy. As he sees no alternative, he signs up for a dating app, and that's a secret he’ll never tell. That ’d give his teammate enough chirping material for a lifetime. He’ll never live it down.

Ice Hard is about Camille Benetti, a smart, sarcastic, and strong woman who loves her family and gives all to them without thinking about herself. She's got a degree, a want to pursue more and a never-giving-up attitude.

That's why she doesn't want to find love with a hockey player—again. When she sees Nick, it turns on the red flags that are always on the back of her mind when it comes to his kind. For her, hockey players are never fair and square, and she’s got a story to tell. So, she’ll ignore their chemistry and pull. There’s no enough incentive for her. Not even a smart, down-to-earth hockey will change her mind. Or, will it happen?


For them it all starts at a bar, for the Nighthawks it always starts there. Or so say they say.

Ice Hard is a great continuation of the series. I read it in one evening. Nick is a tough but down-to-earth professional hockey player that wants to find the kind of relationship his best friend has. Out of ideas, and despite knowing the humiliation his teammates will put him through if they find out, he creates a profile on a dating app. Cami helps run the family businesses, loves to sing and dance, and definitely does not date hockey players--again. However, when Nick and Cami meet, their chemistry is intense and resistance is futile, but is Cami ready for the type of love Nick is searching for?

This is a nice, quick read. However, I suggest reading the series in order.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my review.

This is the second book that I have read by this author. I really enjoyed the first book which is why I requested this one. However this book is a little lacking to me. The entire book just seemed rushed. To me Cami and Nicks relationship was rushed and constantly about sex.

This book is not bad but being honest the first book in this series was much better and the characters were better developed.

I received an advanced copy for an honest review.

Camille and Nick, a professional hockey player, meet when she is pitching in as a bartender at Nick’s team’s favorite haunt. There is a instant attraction, but Cami fights it. With a little help from a dating app and Cami’s brother, they meet again. Initially, Cami only agrees to a friendship, but Nick has plans for a lot more. Unfortunately, things from Cami’s past continue to haunt her and make her insecure. Between those old hurts and an incredibly nasty older sister and younger brother, she doesn’t believe that she deserves Nick and sabotages their relationship. Can they get through these challenges to find their HEA?

While I’m no hockey fan, hockey is really just part of the background of this sweet and funny read. I look forward to the next book in the series!

I love hockey romances and I definitely enjoyed Ice Hard by Tracey Goodwin. It was an amazing and heartfelt romance with a side of steaminess. The second in her New York Nighthawks series, Ice Hard can be read as a standalone and is told in dual POV.

Tracey Goodwin has written real and authentic characters; the banter between Nick and Cami is great and I loved Nick’s teammates, their interactions were hilarious. You will fall in love with Nick, there was so much depth to him beyond his career as a hockey player and he was just so honest in his emotion. He was one of those truly good guys. Cami was a little frustrating; it felt patronizing when she ended her relationship with Nick and tried to tell him what he wanted instead of actually listening to Nick or trusting him. She was also strong, confident and unique; a great heroine.

This was my first book by this author but I will definitely be going back and reading the first book in this series.

If you’re a fan of hockey romances with a truly good hero, then you will not want to miss this fun and satisfying read.

I received an ARC through NetGalley.