Gods of the Game 2: The Defender - Ana Huang

From Sunday Times bestselling author Ana Huang comes The Defender, the second installment in the Gods of the Game series — a gripping, emotional, and irresistibly steamy sports romance set in the high-stakes world of English Premier League football.

Vincent DuBois, captain of the Blackcastle Football Club, lives under the spotlight — fame, fortune, and pressure define his every move. But when danger finds him off the pitch, he’s forced into an unexpected situation: sharing a flat with Brooklyn Armstrong, his coach’s daughter and the one woman he knows he shouldn’t want.

As tension turns to temptation, their living arrangement ignites a chemistry too powerful to ignore. A dangerous bet pulls them closer, and soon Vincent realizes that breaking the rules might be the only way to win — not just in the game, but in love.

Main Themes

• Forbidden love between a football captain and his coach’s daughter
• Lust, loyalty, and ambition in the world of elite sports
• Emotional vulnerability beneath fame and masculinity
• Risk, reputation, and redemption both on and off the field
• The fine line between control and surrender

Why You Should Read This Book by Ana Huang

• Written by Ana Huang, the multi-million-copy bestselling author of Twisted Love and King of Wrath.
• Perfect for fans of sports romance, enemies-to-lovers, and high emotional tension.
• A mix of intense chemistry, witty banter, and heartfelt character growth.
• Explores how love challenges ambition and power dynamics in professional sports.
• Continuation of the captivating Gods of the Game series.

The Defender is a story of forbidden passion, fierce loyalty, and undeniable chemistry, proving that sometimes breaking the rules is the only way to find true love. With Ana Huang’s signature blend of sensuality and emotional depth, this book will set your heart racing — both on and off the pitch.