When American figure skater Dev takes to the ice, his only thought is gold. But standing in his way isn't just any competitor—it's Mikhail, his Russian rival who moves with machine-like precision and infuriating confidence.
Dev despises everything about Mikhail: his arrogance, his icy demeanor, his perfect performances. But somewhere beneath that professional exterior lies something else—something that makes Dev's heart race in ways he can't explain. After yet another devastating loss, the tension between them explodes in the locker room, revealing a passion neither saw coming.
With the Olympics looming, Dev and his pairs partner have dedicated their lives to this moment. But now Dev faces an impossible dilemma: pursue his Olympic dream or explore the magnetic pull drawing him toward Mikhail. As their secret romance blossoms, they discover that under Mikhail's cold exterior is Misha—sweet, passionate, and completely captivated by Dev.
This enemies-to-lovers romance takes you behind the scenes of competitive figure skating, where every jump, spin, and lift carries the weight of national pride. Can these rivals find a way to both achieve their dreams and keep their forbidden love alive? Or will the pressure of competition tear them apart before they've truly begun?
Cold War delivers exactly what romance readers crave: tension, chemistry, and a heartfelt journey from rivals to soulmates. Perfect for fans of sports romances and LGBTQ+ fiction, this novel proves that sometimes the fiercest competition hides the deepest connection.
