On the Fly

Brenden Campbell is a Portland Storm hockey player fighting his way back after injuries kept him sidelined longer than he cares to admit. When Rachel Shaw arrives as the general manager's new assistant, single mother and all-business, Brenden finds himself wanting more than just ice time. Catherine Gayle's second Portland Storm novel builds its tension on a familiar but effective friction: a man whose confidence reads as arrogance to a woman who has learned the hard way not to trust easy charm. Rachel isn't looking for a distraction, and Brenden isn't taking no for an answer.

Angel Clark brings both characters to life with distinct vocal textures, capturing Brenden's easy confidence and Rachel's wariness without tipping either into caricature. At just under nine hours, the pacing feels comfortable for romance, long enough to invest in the relationship without overstaying. Clark handles the emotional beats with care, and the hockey world backdrop gives the story a specific, grounded energy that translates particularly well to audio.