The Arizona Vengeance are developing a reputation on the ice as one of hockey’s top teams. But one player’s reputation off the ice might just keep him from scoring. . . . I’m having the time of my life with my new brothers on the Arizona Vengeance. We may be an expansion team, but after notching some big wins, the entire league knows to watch out for Erik Dahlbeck. That’s me. The only person who … me.
The only person who doesn’t seem to think I’m so great? Blue Gardner, the hot-as-f*** flight attendant on our team plane. I sure wouldn’t mind joining the mile-high club with her, but besides bringing me lukewarm coffee, she won’t give me the time of day. Whatever I did to rub Blue the wrong way, my teammates think it’s hilarious. After all, we’re used to women flocking to us. #puckbunnies
When I run into Blue back on land, I’m shocked to learn how she spends her time off: taking care of her handicapped brother. There are layers to this girl I never imagined, layers I can’t wait to peel away. And that’s a new feeling for me.
But first I’ve got to find a way to melt that ice-cold stare. Because as much as I try to pretend I don’t care what Blue thinks of me, how can you not care when you’re falling for someone?
Praise for Erik
“Sawyer Bennett keeps it real in her new Arizona Vengeance hockey novel—must read!”—Heidi McLaughlin, New York Times bestselling author of Forever My Girl
“You don’t have to like sports to love these books! Erik is my new book boyfriend. Find your next hockey hero in Sawyer Bennett’s Arizona Vengeance series.”—New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis
“Sawyer Bennett is my go-to author for sass and smart hockey stories.”—Kate Meader, USA Today bestselling author of the Laws of Attraction series
The Arizona Vengeance series from New York Times bestselling author Sawyer Bennett can be read together or separately:
BISHOP
ERIK
LEGEND
And don’t miss her Carolina Cold Fury novels:
ALEX
GARRETT
ZACK
RYKER
HAWKE
MAX
ROMAN
LUCAS
VAN
REED
MAREK
The Love Hurts series features sexy standalone novels:
SEX IN THE STICKS
JILTED
And the Sugar Bowl series is one treat you’ll want to read in order:
SUGAR DADDY
SUGAR RUSH
SUGAR FREE
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Could a playboy ever change? Do second chances really exist? Do we learn from our mistakes? Erik is a hockey star and playboy. When he meets Blue on the team private jet he is drawn to her and so starts his flirtations. Right from the beginning she wants nothing to do with him. She knows how much of a playboy he is and wants no part of it. She is a different person than she was years ago. No more of the playgirl but now with responsibilities. But the more time goes on the more Erik tries to get Blue to go out with him. Finally she agrees after daring him to do something and he does.
From then it was like a transformation of sorts. Erik is no longer the playboy but a respectable, dependable, caring guy. He treats her like the gem he thinks she is. They make such a great couple. Yes there is a sexual attraction but also so much more. Erik becomes someone who means so much to her in such a short time. But can she give him the time and attention he deserves? Will guilt prevent her from committing to him?
Once again Sawyer Bennett delivers a story full of emotion, love, laughs, and so much more. Another hockey series that scores the winning goal.
OMG this guy is the most swoon worthy of all! Who would have thought that a known player would have so much potential for a relationship? When Erik sees Blue with her brother, he is more than intrigued. His attitude does a 180 and the best part is that no one needs to ask of him to care because he genuinely has a soft spot in his heart. I love that about him, he knows what comes first and is very grounded and rational as to what needs to be done and how to react to situations. I think he is perfect for Blue because he grounds her. She is in the process of learning to balance a personal life with being a responsible adult. Not just for herself but also for someone else in need of constant help. And because of that and other reasons she is resistant in trusting Erik and including him in her life. But no worries, he steps up to the challenge and surprises everyone with his good intentions and how big his heart is. Your heart will just keep swooning and swooning at the turn of every page. He will melt you!
**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher**
Sawyer Bennett is one of my one-click authors and now that we are two books into the Arizona Vengeance series, these guys are quickly becoming some of my favorite Sawyer heroes!
Erik Dahlbeck is trying to acclimate to being taken in the expansion draft by Arizona, which has changed everything in his life. The only things that are still the same are the fact he’s still a player both on off the ice. Erik has always loved women, and has made no secret of that, but when he sets his sights on one of the team’s flight attendants, Blue Gardner, he may just be willing to retire the off the ice player moniker.
Blue Gardner loves her job as a flight attendant for the Arizona Vengeance, but she has someone else she loves more, namely her brother, who suffers from cerebral palsy. When Blue isn’t working, whether it be for the Vengeance or another side job she has, she’s spending time with her brother and she doesn’t have time to deal with dating.
When Erik and Blue come face to face, Erik tries hard to flirt, but Blue wants no part of it. What Erik doesn’t realize is Blue has a very good reason for her cold reaction to him. It’s clear early that the two have amazing chemistry, but will they get the opportunity to see if it can go the distance? Will Erik be able to sway Blue’s original feelings toward him?
This book had moments of heat, moments of sweetness and moments of heart. I loved the characters and I loved how the entire story unfolded. I’m already intrigued and ready for Legend’s book, so bring it on!
What a sweet, sweet, emotional love story. I’m a huge fan of Sawyer’s Cold Fury series, and, two books in, and the Arizona Vengeance have well and truly stolen my heart. Erik Dahlbeck may have been a player both on and off the ice, but he’s willing to put all that behind him for a chance to date one of the team’s flight attendants, Blue Gardner. Blue has a lot more to worry about than looking after The Arizona Vengeance when they play away games, she has responsibilities that really do take precedence over dating playboys and going out and having fun. When Erik finally breaks through her tough exterior, they both learn that life can be better together. Of course nothing is ever straight forward, and they have a few hurdles to jump along the way. A wonderful story, beautifully written, full of love, life and possibilities. I loved the characters (of course), the writing and the story also were perfect. No complaints from me, I was hooked from the get-go. Roll on Legend. I was provided with an advanced copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. This is my honest review.
* A review copy was provided by the author/publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review *
Erik was another great addition to the Arizona Vengeance Series by Sawyer Bennett. I think I might have even liked this one better than Bishop (Book 1).
I absolutely LOVE Sawyer’s stories about hockey hunks. They are the perfect mix of sports, humor, steam and romance with just enough drama to keep you interested.
Erik is a fun and entertaining read, but with the emotion you expect to to get when reading a Sawyer Bennett book. I thought the flow and pace of the story worked well. I did think the ending was kind of abrupt, would’ve liked an epilogue to finish off their story. But this is truly an enjoyable read. This is a standalone novel that is told in Dual POV. You don’t have to read this series in order, but I would always recommend it. Erik is a enemies to lovers second chance romance. Although it focuses more on the enemies part than the second chance.
We follow Erik and Blue in this story. Erik plays for the Arizona Vengeance hockey team. But that’s not all he is known for, he is also a player off the ice. He has never hidden the fact that he likes women but not relationships. That is until Blue walks into his life, or should I say his plane 😉 Instantly drawn to Blue he tries to strike up a conversation, but she isn’t having it. Blue is a flight attendant on the Vengeance’s private plane. What Erik doesn’t understand is why Blue is so defensive toward him. Will Blue give Erik the chance to right his wrongs from the past?? Can these two find a HEA together? What happens when Blue’s personal life conflicts with her time with Erik?? Read this story to get all those answers.
I loved getting to know more of the guys from this new hockey team, but I also loved the cameos of the Cold Fury team. I look forward to reading more books in this series.
I would 100% recommend this book to everyone!! If you are a fan of Sawyer’s Cold Fury series, then you are going to want to meet the men of the Arizona Vengeance!!! Make sure you have a fan and some water when you read this book 😉
ridiculous #feels
Could possibly be one of my top three Sawyer Bennett books!
(I’ll have to give that further thought)
What I don’t have to give further thought to is the incredible heart this story has. Well done!
I just love this Vengeance Hockey series. Erik and Blue heat up the pages. We met them both in book 1 of this series, but you can read this as a stand alone. I wouldn’t, but you could. The story just flows. I love hockey so this romance is top notch in my book. But, Sawyer, oh no you didn’t put these Vengeance against the Cold Fury guys….LOL…I don’t want to choose which team I like better. The book is low angst, for which I am thankful. You will get to know some of the Vengeance players a bit more through each book in the series. Awesome storyline, awesome characters, awesome book. Dual point of view. No cliffhanger.