Skip to main content Skip to search Skip to search

Fiction Gay

Tough Guy

by (author) Rachel Reid

Publisher
Carina Press
Initial publish date
Nov 2024
Category
Gay, Sports, Sports, Contemporary
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781335534590
    Publish Date
    Nov 2024
    List Price
    $23.99

Classroom Resources

Where to buy it

Description

They have nothing in common—so why does Ryan feel most like himself with Fabian? Opposites attract in this steamy Game Changers romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Rachel Reid.

Pro hockey star Ryan Price may be an enforcer, but off the ice he struggles with anxiety. Recently traded to Toronto, he’s determined to make a fresh start in the city’s dynamic LGBTQ+ Village. The last thing he expects to find in his new neighborhood is a blast from his past in the fabulous form of Fabian Salah.

Aspiring musician Fabian loathes hockey. But that doesn’t stop him from being attracted to a certain burly ginger-bearded defenseman. He hasn’t forgotten the kiss they almost shared back in high school, and the chemistry between them has only intensified.

Fabian is more than happy to be Ryan’s guide to the gay scene in Toronto. Between dance clubs and art exhibits—and the most amazing sex—Ryan’s feeling something he hasn’t experienced in a long time: joy. But playing the role of the heavy on the ice has taken its toll on his body and mind, and a future with Fabian may mean hanging up his skates for good.

Need more Reid? Don't miss The Shots You Take—a sweet and sexy hockey romance about two ex-best friends with benefits who are about to discover whether you can ever really have a second chance. Coming March 4, 2025!

Game Changers

  • Book 1: Game Changer
  • Book 2: Heated Rivalry
  • Book 3: Tough Guy
  • Book 4: Common Goal
  • Book 5: Role Model
  • Book 6: The Long Game

About the author

Rachel Reid has always lived in Nova Scotia, Canada, and will likely continue to do so. She has two boring degrees and two interesting sons. She has been a hockey fan since childhood, but sadly never made it to the NHL herself. She enjoys books about hot men doing hot things, and cool ladies being awesome. You can follow Rachel on Instagram at rachelreidwrites and Twitter @akaRachelReid, and on Goodreads. Her website and blog, where she writes more things, is www.rachelreidwrites.com.

Rachel Reid's profile page

Editorial Reviews

“Rachel Reid’s hockey heroes are sexy, hot, and passionate!” —Lauren Blakely, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Guy Walks into My Bar

“Rachel Reid writes great romance and this one gave me all the good feels.”—Wicked Reads

“The Game Changers series is a game changer in sports romance (wink!), and firmly ensconced in my top five sports series of all time.” —All About Romance, Best Books of 2020

“Rachel Reid writes great hockey romances and has crafted a stellar cast of characters associated with her fictional New York Admirals team […] if you like M/M sports romance, you will definitely want to dive into the Game Changers series!” —Sinfully Good Gay Book Reviews

“It was sweet and hot, and the humor and banter gave it balance. I’m really looking forward to more from Rachel Reid.” —USA TODAY on Game Changer