A temporary arrangement to care for a child forces a woman to confront her long-held feelings for her hockey player crush, who seems unwilling to make their makeshift family permanent. The protagonist agrees to live with Jonah Long, a hockey player she has admired from afar, to help care for his daughter. This proximity, however, ignites her own desires and a longing for the family unit they are simulating. Jonah, while bonding with his child, appears uninterested in pursuing a lasting relationship with the protagonist, leaving her to question the future of their arrangement.

The provided description highlights the book's appeal to fans of sexy romance, with a specific endorsement from a #1 NYT Bestselling author. The narrative appears to focus on the emotional development of the protagonist as she navigates a complex living situation and her feelings for the hockey player. The premise suggests a blend of contemporary romance tropes, including friends-to-lovers and mistaken identity, within a sports romance framework. Reader reception, based on the provided blurb, likely centers on the romantic tension and the development of a family unit.