In Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, Briar Chatham is about to begin her freshman year-a whirlwind of excitement, anxiety, and the unknown. Between settling into college life and preparing for her first year as a Boston College architect major, Briar has enough on her plate. But everything shifts the night she meets Will Smith-a laid-back, charming guy who seems to get her in a way no one else does. Will isn't just another college student; he's a campus legend. The fourth overall pick in the NHL draft, he's a hockey god with a reputation as big as his talent. Their first meeting is lighthearted, filled with teasing and unexpected common ground. One impulsive kiss at a party catches them both off guard-sweet, exciting, and something neither of them expects to mean anything but will that change over time?

"he's good to her, and she wants it more than everything in-between" - inbetween by gracie abrams ⤻ in which emery zegras finds herself caught liking and favoriting an edit of a certain nhl rookie ⤿ how will the media handle this? how will he react? is emery a meme? a so called puck bunny? how will trevor and his friends feel about emery and the enemy? ⤿ strangers to lovers, rivals? to lovers, celebrity romance

In the whirlwind world of professional sports and media, Jack Hughes, the star forward for the New Jersey Devils, is known for his cold, calculated demeanor and intense focus on the game. But when he walks out of a high-profile interview, the world catches notice. Enter Katelyn Swiss, an up-and-coming sports journalist tasked with rehabilitating Jack's image. Smart, warm, and persistent, Katelyn sees through the layers of Jack's icy exterior and pitches a series of personal profile pieces that slowly begin to unravel his walls. As they spend more time together, the undeniable chemistry between them builds, sparking media attention, fan speculation, and unexpected feelings. But the spotlight isn't always kind, and both Jack and Katelyn must navigate the pressures of their professional worlds while trying to keep their growing connection private. In the midst of the noise, a subtle and real love blossoms between them-quiet, unspoken, and true. As they confront public opinions, social media frenzy, and their own insecurities, they learn that sometimes the best stories aren't the ones written for the world, but the ones quietly shared between two people willing to be vulnerable with each other. "Off the Record" is a heartwarming, slow-burn romance about finding love in unexpected places, staying true to yourself in the face of external pressures, and embracing the beauty of quiet moments with the person who feels like home.