The Shots You Take - Rachel Reid

After returning to his hometown a decade ago, Riley Tuck believed his NHL dreams—and his heartbreak—were firmly behind him. An unexpected tragedy shatters that calm, drawing Adam Sheppard, his former teammate and once-complicated lover, back into his life. Adam’s fame and lingering guilt make rebuilding trust difficult, especially after how things ended between them. Still, the spark between them hasn’t faded. As Adam supports Riley through grief, old feelings resurface alongside unresolved pain. To move forward, they must finally confront their shared past. Only then can they see if a second chance is truly possible.