: Zanders publicly confesses his love at a championship parade, leading to a sweet reconciliation and a shared future. Resource Note
Zander is not who he seems. Behind the public persona is a man grappling with anxiety and the pressure of being an NHL star. When the two are stuck together in close quarters (literally “mile high” in an airplane), a fake dating arrangement spirals into a real, vulnerable, and incredibly steamy relationship.
Zanders is the typical, yet deeply complex, professional athlete. He is talented, arrogant, and carries the weight of high expectations. Initially, he comes across as abrasive and difficult. However, Tomforde excels at peeling back his layers to reveal a protective, deeply caring man who simply needs the right person to break down his walls. Stevie Shay (The "Sunshine" Flight Attendant)
Born and raised in Northern California as the youngest of five children, Tomforde loves everything about romance, travel, and of course, hockey. She began writing her first novel in 2020 when the pandemic put her flying career on hold. Her work is known for depicting realistic, healthy relationships between strong heroines and alpha yet vulnerable heroes, with plenty of witty banter and real-life struggles. Mile High By Liz Tomforde Vk
One reader declared, “Stevie is my favorite FMC of this year so far! I related to her so much and how she fluctuated between confidence and insecurity”.
However, the real romance happens in the quiet moments. It’s in the way Zane learns to read Stella’s silence. It’s in the way Stella allows herself to be vulnerable with someone who could jeopardize her career. The transition from "enemies with a professional barrier" to "partners who would burn the world for each other" is seamless.
Beyond the sports and the steam, Mile High touches on significant themes like therapy, the pressure of professional sports, and family dynamics. Zanders’ journey toward emotional maturity involves more than just falling in love; it involves unlearning toxic behaviors and seeking help. The Windy City Series : Zanders publicly confesses his love at a
As the team travels across the country, the forced proximity of the Raptors' plane turns their initial friction into undeniable chemistry. Beneath their public masks—Zanders' playboy reputation and Stevie's guarded independence—the two discover shared vulnerabilities and a transformative connection. Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
Because Tomforde was herself a flight attendant for an NHL team, the behind-the-scenes details feel genuine and immersive.
Enter , a confident, no-nonsense flight attendant for the team’s private jet. Stevie is used to dealing with entitled athletes, but Zanders is a different breed of difficult. Unlike the "puck bunnies" Zanders is used to, Stevie isn't impressed by his fame or his charm. When the two are stuck together in close
Mile High is just the beginning. Liz Tomforde has built a connected universe that keeps fans coming back for more: Evan Zanders & Stevie Shay
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