The Prince and the Player by Nora Phoenix (Paperback)

For Prince Sander of Norway, royal life isn’t the fairytale the world imagines. Beneath the glamour and duty, he craves a chance to be normal—to make friends, play football, and live without the constant weight of his title. So when his uncle, the king, grants him permission to study incognito at an American college for a year, Sander jumps at the chance.

Blending in turns out to be harder than expected, especially when he joins the college football team and immediately clashes with Farron, the team’s intense and brooding captain. Farron’s dislike is obvious from day one, and Sander can’t understand why. Determined to win him over, Sander tries charm, humour, and patience—but nothing works. Until one argument turns heated, and their tension erupts into a kiss that changes everything.

Neither of them expected it, nor can they ignore the spark that follows. What begins as confusion soon grows into something deeper, even as Sander hides his true identity. But secrets don’t stay buried forever, and when the truth comes out, both men must face what love really means—and what they’re willing to risk for it.

Prince and the Player by Nora Phoenix is a royally romantic, slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers story about identity, honesty, and unexpected love. Perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston, Alexis Hall, and Jax Calder.