Behind the Net by Stephanie Archer

He’s hockey’s favorite bad boy. She’s the woman who’s spent years trying not to fall for him.

Behind the Net follows Jamie Streicher, an NHL goalie with a reputation for trouble, and Pippa Hartley, the shy assistant who suddenly finds herself living in his apartment after a housing disaster leaves her with nowhere else to go. What starts as an awkward roommate situation quickly turns into undeniable tension as Jamie becomes determined to show Pippa she deserves far more than the life she’s settled for.

Stephanie Archer delivers a heartfelt hockey romance packed with witty banter, emotional vulnerability, and sizzling chemistry. Funny, tender, and deeply swoony, this story balances playful sports romance energy with genuine emotional depth and lovable characters.

Perfect for readers who love:
• hockey romance
• roommates-to-lovers
• grumpy × sunshine dynamics
• emotionally protective heroes
• spicy, heartfelt romance

Format: Paperback