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On the Ice (Stick Side Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Amy Aislin (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 1,035 ratings
For college sophomore Mitch Greyson, determination and persistence are the name of the game if he wants to make it as a professional hockey player. A busy schedule of practices, games, classes, homework, two part-time jobs—and now, working with a tutor to help him pass the class he’s failing so that he can keep his scholarship—shouldn’t leave him with enough time to flirt with the NHL player in town. But that doesn’t stop him.

Placed on the injured reserve list until his broken arm heals, NHL defenseman Alex Dean is using the time off to be with his ailing grandfather and get a head start on the book he’s been commissioned to write. He doesn’t expect to get roped into a tutoring gig, especially not for cocky, smart-ass Mitch.

But Alex soon discovers that there’s more to Mitch than meets the eye...and he really likes what he sees. Only Alex doesn’t dare risk his NHL career by coming out, and a relationship between them would jeopardize Mitch’s chances with the organization too.

It looks impossible. Then again, the best things usually do...
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  1. Book 1 of 6
    Stick Side
  2. Print length
    342 pages
  3. Language
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  5. Publication date
    May 8, 2018
  6. File size
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  1. Mitch grabbed Alex’s wrist. “You didn’t tell me you’re friends with pro players.” Alex peered at Mitch in confusion. “Honey, I am a pro player.”
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  2. Mitch looked at him morosely. “You’re never going to try and kiss me again, are you?” “Oh, honey,” Alex said, staring pointedly at Mitch’s pink mouth. “You don’t need to worry about that. But first, crafts. Then kissing.”
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  3. “Do you ever do puzzles?” Alex asked. “Sure,” Mitch said, carefully cutting into red felt. “I’m doing a twenty-four piece one right now called Why Are We Doing Crafts When We Could Be Making Out Instead?”
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07C3M67XS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Amy Aislin
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 8, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 611 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 342 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 6 ‏ : ‎ Stick Side
  • Customer Reviews:
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Amy's lived with her head in the clouds since she first picked up a book as a child, and being fluent in two languages means she's read a lot of books! She first picked up a pen on a rainy day in fourth grade when her class had to stay inside for recess. Tales of treasure hunts with her classmates eventually morphed into love stories between men, and she's been writing ever since. She writes evenings and weekends—or whenever she isn't at her full-time day job saving the planet at Canada's largest environmental non-profit.

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Customers find this romance book well-written and easy to read, with a slow burn story that's both fast-paced and emotionally engaging. The characters are loveable, and one customer notes the realistic dialogue with emotional responses. Customers describe the book as delightful and enjoyable, with one review highlighting its beautiful portrayal of a demi relationship.

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29 customers mention "Romance"25 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, describing it as sweet and well-written, with one customer highlighting the lovely evolving demi relationship.

"...I never watch hockey but adore books about it. This was a very original storyline and is set nearly a decade ago...." Read more

"...The Story: It was a simple but well constructed story about hockey, what people do to achieve their goals, dealing with Alzheimer's,..." Read more

"On the Ice is the first book in the Stick Side series, a contemporary romance series featuring hot and delicious hockey players...." Read more

"...Amy, thank you for writing such an amazing story." Read more

26 customers mention "Character development"26 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, finding them loveable, with one customer noting the realistic dialogue and emotional responses between characters.

"Wow, just wow. I love Mitch and Alex. Their meet cute was awesome. Their story mad me laugh and cry...." Read more

"...From start to finish I loved it. The characters were loveable, the story entertaiming, the issues mentioned relatable." Read more

"...Mitch is a fascinating character full of spunk and sass with an unstoppable work ethic...." Read more

"...I liked both MC's and the secondary characters too, especially Cody, the best friend. And Mitch's Dad was awesome too...." Read more

24 customers mention "Readability"24 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable and worth the effort to read.

"...It’s a very long story but it was great reading. I never felt bored and the pacing was very good...." Read more

"...Mitch is an in-your-face kind of guy, very smart and hard-working, but an annoying little brat...." Read more

"...Mitch is a determined, talented and smart guy...." Read more

"...If you go in knowing this it is a pleasant read." Read more

19 customers mention "Enjoyment"19 positive0 negative

Customers find the book delightful and fun to read, with one customer particularly appreciating the characters' banter.

"...were a lot of great aspects in this book that made it unique and enjoyable as well as relatable and heartbreaking. The Characters:..." Read more

"...to see, and it felt natural how it evolved into something romantic and sweet...." Read more

"...not read this author before, but this was recommended to me as a good hockey series, so I gave it a try—and loved it!..." Read more

"A beautifully written slow burn romance, that I absolutely loved reading. Mitch and Alex were adorable...." Read more

14 customers mention "Emotional content"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional content of the book, noting it has lots of true feeling and very little angst.

"...aspects in this book that made it unique and enjoyable as well as relatable and heartbreaking. The Characters:..." Read more

"...It’s a bit of a lower heat book, but pretty emotional. I loved these characters! I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series!..." Read more

"I loved this book. It was a relatively low angst, a feel good book, even though there was drama and baggage...." Read more

"The characters are likable in this extremely no angst book. Not much happens that isn’t crystal clear from the beginning...." Read more

10 customers mention "Pacing"7 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, describing it as a fast-paced slow burn story.

"...I never felt bored and the pacing was very good. There’s not really any on-ice hockey action but it permeates the narrative...." Read more

"...This is a sweet, slow burn story with (mostly) likable characters. Looking forward to more in the series." Read more

"Book was good in the first half. It is a very slow burn but I didnt mind it bc of Alex...." Read more

"This was so well written. Nothing was rushed. These two truly got to know each other. Mitch was a college student, athlete and driven...." Read more

10 customers mention "Writing quality"10 positive0 negative

Customers find the book well written and easy to read, with one customer describing it as a beautifully written slow burn romance.

"Wonderfully written - a lovecthat was meant to be. Woven through with family situations, but love has its way of coming through...." Read more

"A beautifully written slow burn romance, that I absolutely loved reading. Mitch and Alex were adorable...." Read more

"This was so well written. Nothing was rushed. These two truly got to know each other. Mitch was a college student, athlete and driven...." Read more

"...The writing was clean, driven and well edited. Hockey is what these men are about but not who they are - and I loved every second. Wonderful read." Read more

7 customers mention "Engrossedness"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engrossing, with one mentioning it provides a healthy dose of slice-of-life content and another noting its educational value.

"...In reality, his a smart, dedicated student who won't stop until he's drafted to the NHL despite the family drama that pulls him back...." Read more

"...is a fascinating character full of spunk and sass with an unstoppable work ethic...." Read more

"...Mitch is an in-your-face kind of guy, very smart and hard-working, but an annoying little brat...." Read more

"...I found this book to be engrossing and the main characters were....interesting. (I'm a sucker for athletes or military guys.)..." Read more

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  • William Costello
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great story
    Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2025
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    Wonderfully written - a lovecthat was meant to be. Woven through with family situations, but love has its way of coming through. I didn't want this story to end.
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  • Misanthropic
    4.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyable
    Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2018
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    I liked the 2 books I’d read by this author and when I saw hockey romance, my eyes lit up. I never watch hockey but adore books about it. This was a very original storyline and is set nearly a decade ago. Mitch is a driven young man; to excel at hockey, keep his grades up and earn enough to supplement his scholarship. It’s to show his cold-hearted mother he doesn’t need her money or approval, too proud to let even his father know what she’s done. He hides his feelings of rejection behind a cocky, flirty facade and when Alex first meets him, he dismisses Mitch as shallow. Alex is demisexual and the author dies a terrific job of presenting him and how it affects his feelings for Mitch. They have a very(very) slow burn relationship since it takes a growing friendship and Mitch dropping his facade to even reach the point of kissing.

    It’s a very long story but it was great reading. I never felt bored and the pacing was very good. There’s not really any on-ice hockey action but it permeates the narrative. I do think it could have been trimmed a bit but there was so much else happening and many characters: Alex’s grandfather, his teammates, his mother, Mitch’s team, family and friends. Yet none of it took over the focus on Mitch and Alex. It’s highly romantic in the truest sense and with minimal sex scenes. Since this is book one, I look forward to seeing which of the excellent secondary subjects will be featured. Recommended.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Men on ice
    Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025
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    Wow, just wow. I love Mitch and Alex. Their meet cute was awesome. Their story mad me laugh and cry. Their friends, family, and team mates made the story that much better.
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  • Fanni
    5.0 out of 5 stars To the fans of hockey and M/M novels.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2021
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    Discovering Amy Aislin and her fantastic M/M novels was the highlight of my month so far. After peaking at her work I was immediately certain that these are the novels I needed at the time.

    What is On the Ice?
    It is a M/M hockey romance telling Mitch and Alex's story.
    Mitch is a loud, outgoing college sophomore playing hockey and dominating the ice with his talent. At least that's what he shows to the world.
    In reality, his a smart, dedicated student who won't stop until he's drafted to the NHL despite the family drama that pulls him back.
    And his new tutor who tries to save him from loosing his scholarship is his hockey crush who in no uncertain terms rejected him in two sentences.
    Alex is a defensman for a Florida team. When he's put on the IR list he visits back to Vermont to see his grandpa.
    To pass the time between visits and writing his own book he is roped into tutoring the annoying yet smart student who came on to him when they first met.

    And this book basically tells their story together.

    The Story:
    It was a simple but well constructed story about hockey, what people do to achieve their goals, dealing with Alzheimer's, demisexuality and finding the one person you can open up to and be safe with.
    There were so many great angles to this book I don't even know which one to focus on.
    My absolute favurite part was probably that one of the main characters were demisexual. There are only a few books dealing with this kind of sexuality and it was really nice that I got to know a lot more about the experiences.
    My other favourite that I could actually relate to as well was Grandpa Forest's Alzheimer's. It is a brutal disease and it mostly puts the family in pain not tje patient.
    All in all, there were a lot of great aspects in this book that made it unique and enjoyable as well as relatable and heartbreaking.

    The Characters:
    Mitch's younger character was very complex due to the family issues he needed to deal with. He was impulsive yet planned out his whole life. He was cockey yet extremely vulnerable. His two face was known to only a few pepple so his shock when Alex figures him.out is priceless.

    Alex is a much more reserved character but with some more issues to figure out for himself. In his case, his sexuality and how he can build his full life around it is the most interesting.

    To sum it up, it was a great book. From start to finish I loved it. The characters were loveable, the story entertaiming, the issues mentioned relatable.
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  • L.D.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Hockey and Books
    Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2022
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    On the Ice is the first book in the Stick Side series, a contemporary romance series featuring hot and delicious hockey players. Mitch is a fascinating character full of spunk and sass with an unstoppable work ethic. The friendship that develops between Alex, the NHL hockey player, and Mitch was wonderful to see, and it felt natural how it evolved into something romantic and sweet. I loved all of Mitch's family drama - his mother frustrated me, but made a great adversary in the book. This was a fun book and I immediately picked up the next book in the series.
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  • Rocinante
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful demi/gay hockey romance
    Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2023
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    I had not read this author before, but this was recommended to me as a good hockey series, so I gave it a try—and loved it! One of the main characters, Alex, is demisexual and I think it was the first time I read a book where the character knows he’s demisexual going in. Because of that, it’s a pretty slow burn mainly because Alex and Mitch need to take that time to get to know each other before that attraction can develop. There was a lot of discussion about demisexuality that I loved. No one could come out of this book without a good understanding of demisexuality unless they weren’t paying attention! I honestly loved watching these guys form such a close friendship first, it only made their relationship stronger. Mitch especially had to really let down the walls he’s built up and be real and vulnerable with Alex. It’s a bit of a lower heat book, but pretty emotional. I loved these characters! I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series!

    Oh, and I think it’s funny that the book is called 𝘖𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘐𝘤𝘦, because it had the least amount of actual hockey game play I think I’ve ever read in a hockey book! It’s fine with me, but anyone looking for a lot of game play and locker room scenes is not going to find that here. The book really focuses more on the main characters’ personal lives.
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  • Matthew Dante
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
    Reviewed in Canada on April 9, 2022
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    Love this book! For those who love a MM romance, with a hockey theme troupe, this series is a must read! I recommend reading the books in order to fully enjoy the story as intended, even though these are all stand alone books.
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  • Charleyrose
    5.0 out of 5 stars So damn good, can't wait for Cody's book. Highly recommended.
    Reviewed in Australia on June 13, 2018
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    On the Ice, 1st time I've read anything from this author and it wont be the last. This book was fabulous, an absolute delight to read for so many reasons and way too many to go into without ruining the book. The blurb is a basic synopsis and really doesn't do this fabulous book justice.

    In a typical sporting theme plot this novel deals with romance between the 2 main protagonists as they juggle their careers in a professional sports world heavily dominated by heterosexuality, and homophobia. Add in the difficulties each man faces dealing with peer pressure, parental expectations, media interest, sports politics, health, finance and understanding the sliding scales on the sexuality spectrum and this book was a joy to read.

    I can honestly say there wasn't anything about either Alex the professional hockey player/writer, nor Mitch the college nerd/ hockey player that I didn't love, in fact I was sad the novel ended. Secondary characters were fabulous as well, with enough depth to be engaging and so very teasingly interesting, I can't wait for Cody's & JP's book to come out.

    If you love gay romance, set to a sporting hockey theme your going to love this book. Highly recommended.
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  • TDxoxo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best MM book I've read to date
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 24, 2025
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    This author has me falling in love with these characters. I love the way the story replicates real life challenges and focuses on the main characters building a life together going through the normal daily struggles. It's this aspect that makes the characters so relatable.
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  • Lea
    5.0 out of 5 stars M + A = <3
    Reviewed in Germany on October 4, 2021
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    I really liked this story and its characters. Mitch was great, Alex was great, even Cody, Mitch’s dad and other side characters were great. I really enjoyed following Mitch and Alex’s love story. I have nothing else to say, just that it was a nice and sweet book and I don’t regret buying it.
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  • BevS
    4.0 out of 5 stars New to me author, but hockey 😉...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 12, 2020
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    Enjoyed this slow-burn hockey romance, although there were a few niggles for me, including the fact that the author felt it necessary to keep explaining demisexuality...as if none of us know what it is [hello...ever heard of googling it?].

    The evil bitch mother never actually made a physical appearance in the story thank goodness, and was therefore severely limited to incredibly stupid phone calls and texts BUT I was rather p****d off with both members of Mitch's remaining family, older brother who was railroaded into doing something he didn't want to do on the pretext of saving his younger sibling from who knows what, and a seemingly caring Dad who apparently didn't know that his younger son was putting himself through college with no financial help whatsoever from his mother. Talk about a dysfunctional family... Thank heavens for Alex and his mum, and good friends. I will be continuing with the series.
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