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If you enjoy reading books by Rachel Reid (Heated Rivalry), try these authors whose titles are also accessible through Digital Library of Illinois (Libby) and Hoopla |
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Skate It Till You Make It
by Rufaro Faith Mazarura
Ari Shumba never expected to make it to the Winter Games, let alone be the one to lead Great Britain's women's hockey team through the most important competition of their lives. But when an unexpected injury catapults her to the role of team captain, Ari reluctantly shoulders the responsibility, all while trying to dodge her toxic ex. Drew Dlamini has always feared taking risks. But after uncovering a family secret, breaking up with his ex-girlfriend, and dropping out of medical school, he's desperate for a fresh start. When Ari and Drew bump into each other on New Year's Eve, neither one is looking to fall in love.
Scheduled release date: February 3, 2026 - place holds on physical copy now.
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The Prospects
by Kt Hoffman
Gene Ionescu, a gay trans man and minor league shortstop, faces turmoil when rival Luis Estrada joins his team and takes his position. Forced to second base, Gene and Luis struggle until extra practices bring them closer. As the Beavers push for playoffs, Gene’s major league dreams threaten both team success and his budding relationship with Luis.
Physical copy available only.
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Winging It
by Ashlyn Kane
Hockey is Gabe Martin's life. Love isn't in the game plan. But when a former hookup outs him and turns his meticulous plans upside-down, Gabe finds himself taking lessons in winging it from brash, cheerful teammate Dante Baltierra--and losing his heart in the process.
Available on Hoopla.
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Futbolista
by Jonny Garza Villa
Gabriel Piña knows who he is: a college goalkeeper, a future Liga MX or MLS star, and definitely straight. He's starting his freshman year with a lot of eyes on him and even more potential, but he's got this. Nothing will have him straying off the path to greatness. That is, until his philosophy classmate Vale volunteers to tutor him. Vale, the same guy who Gabi, in a moment of history repeating itself, might've kissed briefly--and only once--just to help him out at a party. Vale, the smart, supportive, compassionate new friend with beautiful brown eyes and a smile that keeps Gabi, for completely inexplicable reasons, constantly in a daydream.
Available on Hoopla.
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Wake Up, Nat & Darcy
by Kate Cochrane
Cut from the U.S. women’s hockey team right before her third chance at gold, Natalie Carpenter is scrambling for a plan that’ll help her avoid moving back home. The answer: a guest hosting gig on Wake Up, USA’s winter games coverage. Her co-host: Darcy LaCroix, Nat’s ex-girlfriend, one-time college teammate turned adversary.
Available on Hoopla.
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See You at the Finish Line
by Zac Hammett
George and Lucas can't stand each other - which makes it awkward being on the same Cambridge University rowing team. The uber-charming, womanizing George got parachuted into Cambridge from America for his sporting prowess, despite his subpar grades, whereas Lucas worked for everything he's got - which sadly doesn't include a boyfriend. When George is told that this year he'll have to sit his exams fair and square, Lucas agrees to help him study - in exchange for help in wooing his crush, Amir. Together, they embark on a journey to seduce, cheat, and beat their way to the top. But as they get closer, they find that they actually make a great duo.
Physical copy available only.
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Unwritten Rules
by KD Casey
Zach Glasser has put up with a lot for the sport he loves. Endless days on the road, playing half-decent baseball in front of half-full stadiums and endless nights alone, pretending this is the life he's always wanted. The thing is, it could have been everything he ever wanted--if only he'd had the guts to tell his family, tell the club, that he was in love with his teammate Eugenio Morales. Well, ex-teammate now. When Zach wouldn't--couldn't--come out, Eugenio made the devastating choice to move on, demanding a trade away from Oakland. Away from Zach. Three years and countless regrets later, Zach still can't get Eugenio out of his head. Or his heart. And when they both get selected to play in the league's All-Star Classic, those feelings and that chemistry come roaring back.
Available on Hoopla.
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Everything for You
by Chloe Liese
Oliver Bergman is a beloved rising soccer star, all sunshine smiles and the heart of his team's spirit. In short: he's genetically designed to get under misanthropic, miserable Gavin's aggravated skin. Sick of their hostility, Coach gives them an ultimatum: put an end to their enmity or say goodbye to being captains. Forced to finally lower their guards, Gavin and Oliver realize that they also have chemistry off the field, and it's fueled by something much more powerful than competition--an explosive attraction.
Available on Libby and Hoopla.
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Pucking Strong
by Emily Rath
Swedish hockey player Henrik Karlsson is the famous and successful forward for the Jacksonville Rays. But after his sister dies in a tragic accident, the Swedish government refuses to give him custody of his young niece unless he’s married. Just when it seems like hope is lost, the team’s physical therapist Teddy O’Connor agrees to marry him. Sparks fly between the two, but a failed attempt at a real relationship could mean Karlsson losing custody. Is there a way the two can keep their fake family together and see if there’s anything between them?
Available on Hoopla.
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Love and Sportsball
by Meka James
The new athletic trainer for the WNBA Atlantic Cannons, Khadijah Upton discovers her hot one-night stand is Shae Harris, the team’s star player, and mixing business with pleasure against her better judgment, finds herself no longer playing by the rules.
Available on Hoopla.
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Check, Please! Book 1: # Hockey
by Ngozi Ukazu
Eric Bittle ('Bitty') may be a former junior figure skating champion, vlogger extraordinaire, and very talented amateur pâtissier, but being a freshman on the Samwell University hockey team is a whole new challenge. It is nothing like co-ed club hockey back in Georgia. First of all? There's checking (anything that hinders the player with possession of the puck, ranging from a stick check all the way to a physical sweep). And then there is Jack--his very attractive but moody captain.
Physical copy available only.
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Deep End
by Ali Hazelwood
Scarlett Vandermeer is swimming upstream. A junior at Stanford and a student-athlete who specializes in platform diving, Scarlett prefers to keep her head down, concentrating on getting into med school and on recovering from the injury that almost ended her career. She has no time for relationships--at least, that's what she tells herself. Swim captain, world champion, all-around aquatics golden boy, Lukas Blomqvist thrives on discipline. ... On the surface, Lukas and Scarlett have nothing in common--until a well-guarded secret slips out, and everything changes.
Physical copy available. Also available on Libby.
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Fence Book One
by C. S. Pacat
Nicholas Cox has big dreams of following in the footsteps of the father he's never known, but when he's accepted into the elite Kings Row private school, he's thrust into a world of cutthroat competition. Facing down privileged rivals, grueling tryouts, and the seemingly unbeatable Seiji Katayama, Nicholas discovers that it will take more than determination to prove himself worthy of a place on the team. Collects issues 1 - 12.
All Issues Available on Hoopla.
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Shoot Your Shot
by Lexi LaFleur Brown
Jaylen “JJ” Jones’s hockey career seems over after failing to secure an NHL contract with the Seattle Rainiers. A last-minute roster spot opens up after a one-night stand, and superstitious Jaylen believes his luck is tied to the girl he met. Aspiring tattoo artist Lucy Ross, stuck in a career slump, reluctantly agrees to be his lucky charm in exchange for tattooing practice. Their arrangement quickly turns into sizzling chemistry, but both are wary of getting attached. Neither expected getting lucky to be so complicated.
Physical copy available. Also available on Hoopla.
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Icebreaker
by A. L. Graziadei
Mickey James III is following in his father's (and grandfather's) skates by playing hockey at Hartland University, but he is not enjoying the situation: for one thing he is seriously depressed, unsure of anything, even whether he can make it as a hockey player (or wants to); more troubling his rival, Jaysen Caulfield, is also on the team and seems to bitterly resent him--and Mickey actually finds Jaysen very attractive and does not know how to deal with that.
Available on Hoopla.
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Play You for It
by Samantha Saldivar
When journalist Caroline snags an interview with Jordan, the first woman head coach of a top-level men's college basketball team, the women have undeniable chemistry -- with the national tournament in sight and their careers on the line, they must decide whether to take a shot on their love story.
Physical copy available only.
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Summer Skate
by Sean Avery
Summer has begun on the East End of Long Island and bestselling author Jessica Riley finds herself unable to deliver on her highly anticipated second book. Her children are demanding. Her husband is preoccupied. With a deadline looming, she fakes a mental breakdown to get away . . . only to find that the house next door is filled with rowdy hockey players. One of those players is Carter Hughes, a soon-to-be rookie on the New York Rangers, and in Carter and his friends, Jessica discovers a treasure trove of material for her next book. But she quickly finds herself in over her head, as her connection with Carter spirals out of control and his behavior becomes more erratic. Meanwhile, as Carter mixes with the power scene in the Hamptons, one false move could turn what was supposed to be a summer of training and good times into a game he can't afford to play.
Available on Hoopla.
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The Graham Effect
by Elle Kennedy
Gigi Graham has exactly three goals: qualify for the women's national hockey team, win Olympic gold, and step out of her famous father's shadow. So far, so good, except for two little things. Fine-a little thing and a big, grumpy thing. She needs to improve her game behind the net, and she needs help from Luke Ryder. Ryder is six-foot five, built, opinionated, rude...and sexy as hell. But he's still the enemy.
Physical copy available. Also available on Libby and Hoopla.
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Rookie Move
by Sarina Bowen
On the first day he is called up to the newly franchised Brooklyn Bruisers, professional hockey player Leo Trevi gets checked on both sides, first by the team's coach, who holds a long-standing grudge, and then by the team's publicist, his former girlfriend, Georgia Worthington, whom he still loves.
Available on Libby and Hoopla.
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The Trade Deadline
by A. L. Heard
After a fleeting encounter when they're in Juniors, Ryan RJ Russell and Lars Nilsson find themselves thrown back together years later when they end up on the same NHL team. Being friendly to a new teammate just got way more complicated. It's one thing to have a one night stand with someone from another country; it's a whole other mess to sleep with your teammate. Neither of them can afford to make waves, not when Ryan needs a new contract and Lars is already escaping a scandal. If sparks fly again, can they resist temptation?
Available on Hoopla.
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