Collision (with illustrated cut)

"Collision (with illustrated cut)" is the first book in the "Off the Ice" series by Bal Cabra, published in 2025 by Vivat. This contemporary romance novel follows Summer Preston, an outstanding student with ambitious plans to become a sports psychologist and pursue postgraduate studies. To achieve this, she must make hockey her research topic—a sport she despises. Her academic advisor presents her with an ultimatum: overcome her prejudice or lose her place in the program. Meanwhile, a reckless mistake by the captain of the hockey team, Aiden Crawford, jeopardizes the entire season. As punishment, the coach assigns Aiden to be Summer's main research subject. Reluctantly, they must work together, challenging each other's assumptions and prejudices. This novel is ideal for readers who enjoy modern sports romance with university settings, forced partnerships, and contrasting character dynamics. It offers an engaging narrative that explores themes of overcoming biases, personal growth, and the unexpected connections that can form under pressure.