This is the third book in a series and can be completely enjoyed as a standalone. 
 Max and Misha are new coaches on the Spartanburg Spitfires low-pro hockey team. They were competitors back in the NHL, and both of their careers ended at the same time, due to the same injury--a hit that Misha put on Max caused him to have a bum knee and decreased peripheral vision. 
 They returned as coaches, and their new boss is hoping that sparks will fly by reuniting them on the ice. Not so much, however. Max and Misha are consummate professionals. Misha's the head coach, and Max is his assistant. They work well together, building a team of misfits into contenders through solid fundamentals. Misha's known his whole life that he's gay--it was one reason he fled from Russia as a teen. Max always considered himself hot, but he's had some experience with men, and both of these guys find the other attractive. 
 They try to hold off their lust, for the team's sake, but it's too strong. Plus, working together really strengthens their mutual regard. They realize they work in complimentary fashion, and that's to the teams benefit. 
 I really loved the development of the love story here. They are strangers in a strange land, so to speak, and their lust is a constant presence. I liked how Misha took the lead when necessary to build something with Max. And, I loved how Max accepted Misha's terrible history with grace and recognized the strength it took for Misha to survive in terrible circumstances--this back in Russia. They have a great influence on their goalie and captain--the irreverent Isaac Drake of the blue hair and lip piercings...(expect him to find love int he next book in this series!!). It was so fun how the whole team knew about Max and Misha, and wanted them to stay together because Misha was a more gentle coach when he was getting regular loving! Ha! 
 I loved that there was a great team dynamic in the story, how they banded together against all odds. Even Jack Belsey, smarmy manipulative owner of the Spitfires was rendered likable, the bastard with the heart of gold, if you will. 
 Of this series I'll say one thing: More. I want more. I adore it all, and I honestly don't give a fig about hockey! I'm so captivated by the struggle, and the stories, that the sport is low on my list of issues. I've learned more about hockey from reading these books than 40+ years living in Chicago and bearing witness to several Blackhawks Stanley Cup runs. That's a testament to the writing, and creating a world that is accessible to all readers, not just those who love hockey. Highly recommend.