Mica needs to clean up his reckless image to save his NHL career, while Charlie is drowning in debt. They enter a "fake" marriage that quickly turns intense.

Reviews are generally positive, though they highlight a sharp divide between those who love the "wild ride" and those who find the plot over-convoluted. The Penalty Box By Odette Stone - BookReview-Contemporary

Unlike many hockey romances, this story features subplots involving the Russian mafia, a stalker, and home invasions. Critical Reception

The novel is widely characterized by its , which many reviewers find addictive despite its lack of realism.