Love with a Competitive Edge
From locker rooms to last-minute goals, these are stories where hearts race as fast as the game. If you love romance with tension, passion, and athletic sparks—this list is for you. 💘
🏒 Hockey | College Romance | Witty & Emotional
A smart girl strikes a fake dating deal with her college's cocky hockey star—and neither of them expect to fall for real. Perfect banter, real feelings, and spice.
The Deal (Off-Campus, #1) by Elle Kennedy
Hockey | Friends to Lovers | Emotional & Sexy
Sloane Winthrop, a ballerina, escapes her wedding after uncovering her fiancé's infidelity. Her childhood friend, NHL goalie Jasper Gervais, offers her a way out. As they embark on a road trip, their ...
Powerless (Chestnut Springs, #3) by Elsie Silver
🏈 Football | Second Chance | High Steam
June has loved Drew, her brother's best friend, for as long as she can remember. After years of waiting, they marry—but five years in, she discovers his betrayal. Leaving him is easy; cutting him out of her l...
Broken Play (False Start, #1) by Alison Rhymes
Beck and Charlie’s chemistry is undeniable. The emotional depth, especially with Beck’s troubled past, makes this second-chance romance so impactful. The moment I learned about Beck's trauma, I was hooked. Forced proximity made everything more intens...
Counter Play (Walker University Stallions, #1) by Ava Sutton
I couldn't put this book down. Sadie and Rhys's connection is electric, and their individual struggles are portrayed with such depth and authenticity. The moment Rhys's panic attacks were revealed, I was moved by the vulnerability and strength he sho...
Unsteady (The Undone, #1) by Peyton Corinne
I couldn't put this book down. The journey of Ro and Freddy is both heart-wrenching and uplifting. Ro's dedication to helping Freddy, despite his struggles with ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia, showcases the power of empathy and understanding. Freddy...
Unloved (The Undone, #2) by Peyton Corinne A Deep Dive into Love and Self-Worth
I was all in for Harlow and Conor’s story — their constant push and pull made me feel every high and low. When Conor’s dark secret about why he left the team finally comes out, it totally changed how I saw him. That raw moment when Harlow admits she’...
Famous Last Words
The slow burn between Rylan and Aiden was everything. I couldn’t get enough of their tutoring sessions turning into something so much deeper. When Aiden suffers that career-threatening injury and finally lets Rylan in emotionally, it was so real and ...
Against All Odds (Holt Hockey, #2) by C.W. Farnsworth
Eve and Hunter’s second chance felt like the most authentic romance. Their road trip forced them to face the painful fight that split them apart — Hunter’s fears of failure and Eve’s hurt. When Hunter finally opens up and they decide to try again, it...
From Now On (Holt Hockey #3) by C.W. Farnsworth
I really thought Flynn and Olivia’s romance was smooth sailing—until Olivia’s past came crashing in and shook everything up. That moment caught me totally off guard and made their connection feel even more real and vulnerable. Watching Flynn stand by...