The Defender by Ana Huang Warm

The Defender

Ana Huang · 2025

Gods of the Game · Book 2

As the captain of Blackcastle Football Club and one of the highest-paid athletes in the game, Vincent DuBois should be on top of the world.

But when his fame brings danger to his doorstep, he finds himself in a nightmare scenario―sharing a flat with his coach's daughter, knowing full well she's far too big a temptation for him to resist.

When his new living arrangements escalate into a bet that throws them even closer together, he realizes he's in deeper trouble than he thought.

He's always played to win―but for her, he might just risk it all.

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As a sports nutritionist and the daughter of a legendary coach, Brooklyn Armstrong is used to dealing with hotshot athletes.

However, no player gets under her skin like Vincent, her best friend's infuriatingly cocky (and gorgeous) brother. She left California hoping for a fresh start, and he's the kind of distraction she doesn't need.

Now, he's sleeping in the room next to hers while her career is up in the air and her defenses are crumbling.

But no matter how many sparks fly between them, a relationship between the captain and the coach's daughter could never work…could it?

Spice Level: 🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶 Warm
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Who Is This Book For?

If you love sports romance with best friend's brother, roommates, forced proximity, you're looking for something with plenty of chemistry, then The Defender by Ana Huang is the book for you. This is Book 2 in the Gods of the Game series — we recommend reading from Book 1 for the full experience.

Gods of the Game Reading Order

Book 1 The Striker Ana Huang
The Defender
Book 2 The Defender (you are here) Ana Huang
Book 3 The Keeper Ana Huang

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Defender spicy?

The Defender by Ana Huang has a spice level of 3/5 (warm — some steamy scenes).

What order should I read the Gods of the Game series?

The Defender is Book 2 in the Gods of the Game series by Ana Huang. We recommend reading the series in order for the best experience.

What tropes are in The Defender?

The Defender features these tropes: best friend's brother, roommates, forced proximity, coach's daughter.

What genre is The Defender?

The Defender by Ana Huang is a Sports Romance novel.

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