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Face Off
Chelsea Curto

Face Off

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Start with "Face Off" to begin the D.C. Stars. It is the essential series starter and provides the necessary foundation for the rest of the books.

Quick Verdict

✅ Safe to read now (Series Entry Point)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: This is the essential series starter that introduces the Chelsea Curto's core world and character arcs. It is required reading for all new fans.

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2024420 ppSeries Starter
*SPECIAL EDITION - INCLUDES BONUS SCENE*<br/><br/>I have two goals this season:<br/>1. Stay single.<br/>2. Get Rory Sinclair to admit she doesn’t completely hate me.<br/><br/>When I find a stray dog roaming the streets of Seattle, the last place I expect to end up is in the office of a grumpy veterinarian—the one woman who can resist my charm. Twin to my teammate’s girlfriend, Rory is full of fire, but I’m not afraid of her flame.<br/><br/>It doesn’t take long for me to realize that the more time we spend together, the more I want it to last. But no matter how hard I try, Rory only sees me as a playboy, refusing to take me seriously.<br/><br/>One weekend trip to a cabin later, I think I have my in…but only if I can get her to admit her feelings toward me aren’t all bad.<br/><br/>Only one of us will win this face-off, and I intend for it to be me.<br/><br/>FACE OFF is a standalone hockey romance novel. It has a golden retriever hockey player, a grumpy veterinarian who is unamused by him, rowdy teammates, absurd text conversations, the perfect amount of steam, and a happy ending.
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Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

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Many reading lists for D.C. Stars conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading Face Off?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read Face Off before other books in the series?

Yes, Face Off is the first book in the series and is the ideal starting point for new readers.

Is Face Off required reading for the D.C. Stars?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after Face Off in the reading order?

Currently, Face Off is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.