Edge of Impact
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Last published Thu, Oct 17, 2024
Zoe Porter is a college figure skater hoping to make it to the next Olympics when she is in a tragic accident, abruptly ending her skating career. Zoe takes on the role of coach for children's skating at the local rink. After all, those who can't do, teach.
James Warren is an all star hockey player for one of the top teams in the country. But his carefree attitude has landed him in trouble on more than one occasion, ultimately leading him to carry out his university mandated community service as an assistant coach for the kids Zoe teaches.
Will these two skaters find love? Or will secrets lurking in the shadows ruin their chance for happiness?
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