Off the ice, a hockey player's boldest move might cost him everything—or win a single mom's heart.

Ivan Petrov never wanted to be a husband – much less a father. He was caring for his family back home, depositing every dime that he could to support them. He’s not willing to risk waiting to see what happens with his contract talks currently in discussions. So, he does what any desperate and foolish single hockey player does – takes his neighbor’s mail to begin a very uncomfortable conversation.

It does not go well.

How’s he going to convince a startled single mom to marry him?

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This closed-door novella is a fun addition to the Sticks and Vows romance series, featuring the Wolverines Hockey Team. No prior reading is needed, though you may spot familiar faces from the series. If you love uplifting holiday romances, tender moments, playful banter, and a touch of instalove… you’ll fall for this kisses-only Mother’s Day romance story.