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Conner by Mary Warren is the first book in the Glendale Magic series, a contemporary hockey romance featuring Sasha Maloof, a confident plus-size influencer who leaves her previous life behind after a stalking incident. She takes a new job managing social media for the Glendale Magic hockey team, where she immediately clashes with Conner McPhee, the team's captain. Conner is intensely focused on hockey and initially sees Sasha as a distraction, despite being attracted to her.

Their relationship evolves from a rocky start with a lot of push and pull to a passionate romance as Conner’s protective instincts emerge when Sasha’s stalker reappears. The story balances steamy romance with suspense elements, highlighting Sasha’s independence and self-confidence alongside Conner’s dedication to hockey and growing commitment to Sasha.

Readers appreciate the chemistry between the leads and the representation of a plus-size heroine who is confident and empowered without the narrative focusing negatively on her body. The book also includes a cameo from a fortune teller character, adding a fun touch.

Overall, Conner is a quick, entertaining, and steamy hockey romance with a mix of emotional depth, suspense, and sports action, ideal for fans of contemporary sports romance.

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