
Published
August 13, 2025
Pages
244
Genres
Romance
Tropes
Friends to LoversSportsFake DatingSmall Town
Location
Washington
Time Period
Modern Day
Series Status
Interconnected
Tags
Hockey
Genres
Romance
Tropes
Friends to LoversSportsFake DatingSmall Town
Location
Washington
Time Period
Modern Day
Series Status
Interconnected
Tags
Hockey
Description
Fake-Off with Fate by Whitney Dineen is a heartwarming clean romance set in the charming small town of Maple Falls, Washington. Ashlyn Thompkins, a talented but secretive designer for the rich and famous, returns home unexpectedly and finds herself stepping into the role of acting mayor amid a local crisis. Jamie Hayes, a pro-hockey team captain nursing a broken heart, moves to Maple Falls seeking a fresh start. Neither is looking for love, but fate has other plans.
This story blends humor, heartfelt moments, and slow-burning romance through the popular fake dating and friends-to-lovers tropes. The novel captures the warmth of community, family ties, and second chances, making it an inviting read for those who enjoy wholesome, family-friendly contemporary romance with relatable characters and small-town charm.
Genres
Romance
Tropes
Friends to LoversSportsFake DatingSmall Town
Location
Washington
Time Period
Modern Day
Series Status
Interconnected
Tags
Hockey
Genres
Romance
Tropes
Friends to LoversSportsFake DatingSmall Town
Location
Washington
Time Period
Modern Day
Series Status
Interconnected
Tags
Hockey
