by T.D. Lua is a debut sports romance that tackles the high stakes of collegiate athletics and the unexpected curveballs of life. As the first installment in the Ballad University series, it follows the journey of a star hockey player forced to choose between his lifelong professional dreams and a sudden new reality. The Storyline
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Unlike typical "jock" tropes, Liam is portrayed as a "swoon-worthy" partner who is "all in" from the moment he learns about the baby, often referred to affectionately in the book as "little bean". Key Themes & Tropes Freezing the Puck by T.D Lua