Before the Whistle — Linda O'Connor

Jordyn Kendra is a talented designer and savvy businesswoman. Spending eighteen hours a day establishing and running a successful business doesn't leave much time for pursuing a relationship, and frankly she hasn't really missed it. But when an invitation arrives that could help her fulfill her career dreams, she has to make a decision. What's harder: going to a gala without a date or finding someone to ask? Ben Matthews, head athletic therapist for the wildly popular Clarington Quakes hockey team, tends to stand out in a crowd. When Jordyn doesn't recognize him, it puts a dent in his ego, but he catches her attention when he jumps in to save a life.She's a queasy bystander, cowering at the sight of blood, and he's cool, calm, and confident, which she finds irresistible. With a little prodding from her spirited aunt, Jordyn realizes that she and Ben might be the perfect mismatch. Before the Whistle â€" when cool and calm in an emergency is totally hot.