If you’re anything like me, you’re a sucker for hockey romance books.

Let’s be real: there’s just something about hockey romance books. The broody players. The swoony tension. The locker room banter. Whether you’re here for the spicy scenes, emotional slow burns, or the “he falls first” energy—we’ve got a full lineup ready to skate straight into your heart.

Here are 35 hockey romance books to binge, obsess over, and maybe even reread immediately after you finish.

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Windy City Series by Liz Tomforde

My favorite series of ALL TIME. There are 5 books, but only two center around hockey. The other three are about center about basketball (The Right Move) and baseball (Caught Up and Play Along). I recommend reading them all – more than once.

Mile High

Sassy flight attendant x moody NHL player. Chemistry? Through the roof.

Chicago hockey wouldn’t be the same without Zanders — the guy everyone loves to hate. He knows his role: stir the pot, rack up penalties, and score points with a new girl every night.

But there’s one thing he doesn’t like — the new flight attendant on his team’s private plane. Stevie works for him, not the other way around. And he’s going to make sure she knows it. By season’s end? She’ll be begging to quit.

Only thing is, all these road trips are messing with his head. Is he hitting that flight attendant call button just to get under her skin? Or is it something else?

Rewind It Back

Second chances, nostalgia, and heat. Say less.

Hallie and Rio have history — good, bad, and heartbreak in between.

When they were kids, they were next-door neighbors, first crushes, and young lovers. Then life tore them apart.

Now, six years later, Hallie’s landed a dream internship… in the city where Rio plays pro hockey. And guess whose house she’s assigned to renovate? Yep. His.

Turning his bachelor pad into a family home is supposed to be her big career break, but how do you work with someone you can’t stand?

Rio thought love wasn’t in his future anymore — until Hallie moves in next door. The one person he’s never stopped wanting.

They’re forced to face the past, but the question is: Can they rewrite their future without breaking each other all over again?

DC Stars Series by Chelsea Curto

This series brings high energy, bold heroines, and hockey hunks who are total softies underneath their tough exteriors. Quick reads, big vibes.

Face Off

Emerson “Emmy” Hartwell’s been grinding for her shot in the NHL, and this season she finally gets to show what she’s got with the D.C. Stars.

Maverick Miller is the league’s top player—but also a notorious playboy with zero wins under his belt. As team captain, he’s desperate to turn the season around, so he agrees to tolerate Emmy even though they’re total opposites.

After a night of explosive chemistry, they agree it’s just a one-time thing to blow off steam and focus on the game. Neither wants a relationship—she doesn’t date hockey players, and he doesn’t date at all.

Spoiler: “just once” quickly turns into multiple times. Off the ice, they’re fire. On the ice, they have to keep their cool.

Power Play

Piper Mitchell’s life feels stuck — divorced, career in limbo, and terrified to jump back into dating. So she decides to master something she can control: her skills in the bedroom.

Enter Liam Sullivan, NHL star goalie and total introvert, but damn, he knows his way around that part of life. With some convincing, he agrees to be her “teacher.”

They keep it casual—no strings, just benefits. Then comes a wild Vegas night they don’t remember… but wake up with matching wedding rings. Now, they’re stuck pretending to be married—for the hockey season only.

No feelings involved, right?

Yeah, good luck with that. As the fake marriage ticks down, Piper and Liam have to figure out if this power play is a win… or a disaster waiting to happen.

Slap Shot

Hudson Hayes, star defenseman for the DC Stars, desperately needs a private chef as the NHL season kicks off—but no luck finding one.

Enter Madeline Galloway, freshly unemployed executive chef from Vegas, desperate for a fresh start. She reaches out to an old contact and ends up moving to DC with her daughter, Lucy.

The deal? Strictly professional—no dating, no falling for the charming hockey star who somehow makes her smile despite the “rules.”

But then a kiss on New Year’s Eve changes everything. The line between friend and something more blurs fast.

Bonus points: Hudson learns American Sign Language to connect with Lucy, and yep, it’s a direct slap shot to the heart.

If you’re into slow-burn, friends-to-lovers hockey romance with some real feels and forced proximity, this one’s for you.

Hat Trick

Riley Mitchell’s got the whole hockey star vibe—talented, tough, and definitely not used to slowing down. But an injury puts him in Lexi’s hands, the team’s athletic trainer who’s got her own sunny vibe going on.

Thrown together by rehab and forced proximity, sparks fly—but this isn’t about love. It’s about just one time to get it out of their systems. Friends with benefits, no strings, right?

Except when two former sunshines collide, nothing stays simple for long.

Stay tuned for the full story—you’re gonna want it.

Expected Publication May 27, 2025

Off the Ice Series by Bal Khabra

Drama, trauma, and healing? Yes please. If you’re into layered characters and real emotions, this series is your next obsession.

Collide

Summer Preston is a total honors student with big grad school dreams—she’s all about becoming a sport psychologist but absolutely hates hockey. Enter Aiden Crawford: the college hockey team captain, cocky as hell and probably the last guy she wants to deal with.

When her thesis advisor forces her to work with Aiden as part of a research project, sparks fly—mostly the kind that burn your patience. Aiden’s reckless behavior has the team on the ropes, and now he has to play nice with the girl who looks like she might use his skates as weapons.

They clash hard: she thinks he’s lazy and shallow, he thinks she’s uptight and unrealistic. But beneath all the bickering and banter, there’s some serious chemistry threatening to melt the ice. And once those walls come down, neither of them knows how to put the brakes on.

Spiral

Elias Westbrook is the new hockey kid on the block, freshly drafted to the Toronto Thunder, but instead of basking in glory, he’s drowning in pressure. Fame, media, and fans all watching his every move—he just wants to score his first goal and get some peace.

Then there’s Sage Beaumont, a ballerina grinding hard to land a lead role at Aurora Ballet Theatre. Her problem? She’s got zero clout online, which basically kills her chances.

So, what do these two worlds do? Fake date. Sage sees a chance to boost her profile, Elias needs a way out of the spotlight. They agree to keep it strictly pretend, but spoiler: that plan goes straight out the window once the heat between them turns real.

Now, they’ve gotta figure out if they’re in it for real or just walking away before things get messy.

Revolve

Sierra Romanova was an Olympic figure skater until a nasty accident gave her panic attacks every time she steps on the ice. Now she’s back at Dalton University, ready to fight for her comeback — and Dylan Donovan, a reckless hockey player recently kicked off his team, is there to push her buttons and challenge her to get back out there.

Dylan’s NHL dreams are hanging by a thread, but skating with Sierra might just be his shot at redemption — and some serious chemistry. They’re an odd pair: she’s a pro, he’s a wild card. But together, they might just light up the ice.

It’s a messy, emotional ride filled with second chances, rivalry, and sparks flying — all the good stuff.

Expected Publication: October 14, 2025

The Off-Campus Series by Elle Kennedy (A.K.A. the Hockey Romance Blueprint)

The OG. The icon. The blueprint. These are iconic for a reason. Grumpy/sunshine, fake dating, redemption arcs—it’s all here, and it’s all delicious.

The Deal

Garrett Graham owns me. That’s it.

Hannah Wells is crushing hard but totally awkward when it comes to sex and seduction. To get her bad boy crush’s attention, she agrees to tutor Garrett Graham—the cocky, childish hockey captain—in exchange for a fake date.

Garrett just wants to make the team, but his GPA’s tanking. Helping Hannah make some other guy jealous seems like a win-win… until one unexpected kiss turns into the hottest sex either of them have had. Now Garrett’s gotta prove to Hannah that the guy she really wants is right in front of her.

The Mistake

John Logan’s your classic hockey player—good looks, tons of charm, and zero plans for after college. He’s basically cruising through parties and hookups like it’s a full-time job. But inside? He’s freaking out about what comes next. Then he meets Grace Ivers, a freshman who’s not just another notch on his stick—she’s a game changer.

Problem is, he screws up big time and pushes her away. Now, senior year’s all about winning her back—and that means stepping up his game, no more shortcuts.

Grace? She’s no longer the shy freshman who almost gave him her V-card. She’s stronger, smarter, and done playing second fiddle to a player like Logan. If he wants her back, he better bring his A-game… and she’s the one calling the shots now.

The Score

Allie Hayes is scrambling—graduation’s around the corner and she’s clueless about her future. Plus, she’s nursing a busted heart from a long-term breakup. Rebound sex sounds tempting, but Dean Di Laurentis? The hockey team’s ultimate player and king of one-night stands? No way she’s falling for that.

Dean’s used to getting everything—girls, grades, fame—but Allie’s different. She rocked his world for one night and now just wants to be friends? Hell no. Dean’s on a full chase, but when life throws curveballs, maybe it’s time for him to aim for something real… like love.

The Goal

Sabrina James has her life mapped out: graduate, crush law school, and forget the messy past she’s running from. Falling for John Tucker—the hockey player who swears he’s all in—was never part of the plan. One night with him was supposed to be just that: one night.

But life laughs at plans.

John’s not just a hockey guy; he’s ready to step up as a dad at 22, and he’s not backing down. Sabrina’s smart, fierce, and keeps him guessing—but her heart is locked tight. If he wants a future with her, he’s gotta prove that sometimes you need a teammate to score the biggest goals.

More Kennedy Goodness – Briar U & Campus Diaries

Yes, Elle did not stop. And we’re thankful. This world is pure comfort read material—with heat, heart, and hilarious group chats.

The Chase

They say opposites attract, but Summer is still not sure why she’s drawn to Colin Fitzgerald. Tattooed, video-game obsessed hockey nerd who thinks she’s flighty and superficial? Yeah, not her usual type.

He’s close with her brother. His best friend has a crush on Summer. And now she’s living with them as their roommate.

Fitzy’s made it clear he’s not interested, even though the sparks between the two of them could burn the place down.

Summer’s not chasing anyone—she’s got enough on her plate with school, a sleazy professor, and an uncertain future. But if Fitzy finally wakes up and sees what he’s missing… well, that’d be something.

The Risk

Everyone says Brenna’s a bad girl. They’re only half right.

She’s the coach’s daughter, and hooking up with a rival player would ruin her.

Jake Connelly? Harvard’s star forward, cocky, annoying, and way too hot. Fate’s a joke—Brenna needs his help landing an internship, and he’s making it hell.

So she make him her fake boyfriend.

Only problem? Every fake date turns into a real one for him.

The Play

Last season’s distractions cost Hunter’s team everything. No more screwing up. No more screwing, period.

Hunter Davenport, new captain is going celibate—hockey and school come first.

But there’s no rule against being friends with a girl like Demi Davis. Smart mouth, killer attitude, and yeah, she’s got a boyfriend—so no temptation.

Until three months later, when Demi’s suddenly single… and making a move on Hunter.

They’re stuck together on a yearlong project, and avoiding her? Impossible.

The Dare

College was supposed to help ditch Taylor’s ugly-duckling vibe. Instead, she landed in a sorority full of mean girls—and they dared her to seduce the hottest hockey player in junior class.

Conor Edwards is Greek Row’s party king and ladies’ man. Usually, guys like him don’t give girls like Taylor a second glance. But instead of laughing her off, he lets her fake a hookup.

Now he wants to keep the act going—he loves messing with Taylor’s frenemies.

His charm and surfer-boy looks? Hard to resist. But Conor’s got a story no one knows, and the longer we keep this up, the more likely it all blows up.

The Graham Effect

Gigi Graham’s got three goals: make the women’s national hockey team, win Olympic gold, and finally step out of her famous dad’s shadow. The problem? She needs serious help improving behind the net—from Luke Ryder.

Luke’s six-foot-five, opinionated, rude, and ridiculously sexy. Oh, and he’s the enemy.

As Briar’s new men’s co-captain, he’s dealing with a merged team full of bad blood and a shot at a coaching spot he just blew with Gigi’s dad. Helping Gigi is the deal that could fix both their problems.

Only catch? The crazy chemistry between them that they’re desperately trying to ignore. Dangerous, but maybe worth the risk.

The Dixon Rule

Diana Dixon’s summer is packed—ballroom rehearsals, two jobs, and an ex who just won’t quit. Then Shane Lindley moves in. Tall, gorgeous, and known for hooking up with her whole cheer squad. He’s messing with her turf, so she lays down the law: no parties in her place, leave her teammates alone, and especially—leave her alone.

But Shane’s done with casual flings. When his ex shows up, he ropes Diana into a fake relationship to make her jealous. What starts as a favor quickly turns into something sizzling—and way more real than either expected.

The Charlie Method

Charlotte Kingston’s living two lives—perfect sorority STEM student by day, wild risk-taker by night, flirting anonymously with two guys on a dating app.

Will Larsen seems like Mr. Boy Next Door, but his politician dad’s pressuring him hard to keep his hockey team squeaky clean. Problem is, Will and his best mate Beckett sometimes share more than just the ice—they also share girls.

When Charlotte meets them and realizes who they are, things get spicy fast. But secrets don’t stay hidden forever, and feelings get complicated. Lust might just be turning into something more.

Playing for Keeps Series by Becka Mack

Get ready to scream into your pillow. All the tropes we love: fake dating, grumpy/sunshine, found family, and spice that’ll make you blush in public.

Consider Me

If you know, you know.

Carter Beckett is the NHL’s ultimate bad boy—top player on ice and in the bedroom, and he knows it.

Arrogant, self-centered, zero filter, and used to getting whatever—and whoever—he wants. Apparently, Olivia’s next on his list.

But guess what? She’s not falling for his charm. She’s got her own way to deal with her frustrations—way less complicated than Carter.

Then, he starts showing her sides she never expected.

Now, for the first time, Carter’s the one begging—for Olivia’s time, her trust, for her to just… consider him.

Play with Me

Garrett Andersen knows the rules of pro hockey—except the one about staying away from his captain’s younger sister.

Jennie Beckett, a confident pro dancer, is bold, sassy, and in charge of her own pleasure. Garrett can’t help but be drawn to her—even if he turns to mush around her.

After awkward run-ins, they become neighbors and decide on a no-strings-attached fling. But with busy lives and her brother watching, keeping it casual might be the hardest rule to follow.

Unravel Me

Can Adam leave his past behind and build the future he wants?

After a string of failed relationships and bad dates, Adam Lockwood’s done with the fame spotlight and just wants to be himself. When his dog runs into Rosie Wells—a single mom and vet student with pink hair who doesn’t know who he is—Adam sees a chance for a fresh start.

Rosie’s got no time for dating and protects her little family fiercely, but something about Adam makes her take a risk.

The problem? Adam’s used to hiding behind a mask—and a secret that could tear them apart threatens everything they’re building.

Fall with Me

What was meant to be a one-night stand might not stay in the past.

Jaxon Riley excels at fighting on the ice, picking up women, and being a dedicated cat dad—but relationships aren’t his thing.

Lennon Hayes was supposed to be on her honeymoon, but now she’s single and stuck next door to a grumpy, tattooed guy who ran off her date. After a night of bickering and cocktails, they end up in bed—and she sneaks away before sunrise.

Starting fresh as the Vancouver Vipers’ new photographer, Lennon didn’t expect to see Jaxon again. Neither wants anything serious… but Jaxon’s ready to fall—and he’s hoping Lennon falls too.

Sin Bin Stories Series by Lyssa Lemire

Sweet, spicy, and a little underrated. These give “small-town charm meets big-league love” energy. Cozy, emotional, and binge-worthy. If you want on-ice drama and slow-burn romance, this is your binge-worthy pick.

Offside Play

Offside Play is a steamy college hockey romance with a perfect grumpy-sunshine vibe. Hudson’s the brooding hockey star, Summer’s the bright violinist, and when she asks him to fake date her to scare off her ex, sparks fly—fake soon turns real. Expect heat, laughs, and a sweet happily ever after as they navigate their offside play.

Chasing the Puck

This book is a steamy opposites-attract college hockey romance. Olivia, a drama major with Broadway dreams, swears off hockey players—until she has to tutor Tuck, a rich, cocky hockey star. Their forced time together sparks serious chemistry, sizzling banter, and all the feels. Expect the classic one-bed trope and a hero who falls hard. Guaranteed happy ending ahead!

Breakaway Goal

Maddie’s brother’s best friend has no clue how she really feel about him. So, she does something bold—she asks him to take her V card.

Rhys is known as the bad boy of college hockey: tattoos, broody vibes, and rough play. But to Maddie, he’s the guy who sends her playlists and makes her laugh. She’s been in love with him forever—but to him, she’s just his best friend’s dorky little sister.

Maddie is an introverted art student finally stepping out of her shell. Determined to catch up on everything she has missed—including in the bedroom. Rhys is helping her gain confidence, teaching me to take risks.

Blocked Score

Two summers ago, Scarlett gave her heart to the hockey captain—and he broke it.

She promised she’d never make that mistake again. Easy to keep when they were miles apart. Not so much now that they’re roommates.

Lane’s the golden boy of college hockey—leader, good looks, and a personality as loyal as a golden retriever. Basically, the exact opposite of any guy she’s ever dated.

After a year and a half trying to forget their summer fling, Scarlett transfer to his college, and surprise: they end up living under the same roof.

Now, the guy she’s been trying to erase from her heart is one room away.

It’d be safer to keep her distance. To resist those memories of scorching summer nights. To say no when he offers his bed after her heating breaks.

But playing it safe has never been Scarlett’s thing.

Vancouver Storm Series by Stephanie Archer

Rom-com vibes with just enough emotional gut-punch. If you’re a sucker for witty banter and cinnamon roll heroes… these are it.

Behind the Net

Pippa Hartley’s done with heartbreak. Now, she’s personal assistant to Jamie Streicher—the surly, intimidating hockey player she crushed on in high school.

The job should be easy, but Jamie’s anything but. He’s grumpy, demanding, and doesn’t even remember her. Keeping things professional? Yeah, right.

Underneath all that attitude, Jamie’s actually sweet and protective. He pretends to be her boyfriend to make her ex jealous, encourages her music, and tells her she’s beautiful. He even spoils her with gifts that make her feel seen.

When Jamie finds out her ex was bad in bed, his competitive side kicks in hard. Turns out, he remembers Pippa perfectly—and that crush? Totally mutual.

Falling for Jamie might just end in heartbreak… but hey, maybe it’s worth the risk.

The Fake Out

Hazel Hartley wants revenge on her terrible ex—and what better way than to fake date his new teammate, Rory Miller? He’s her ex’s rival, the league’s top scorer, and that arrogant, flirty hockey player she once tutored in high school.

Faking it with Rory? Way more fun—and addictive—than she expected. Beneath that bad-boy vibe, Rory’s actually sweet, funny, and protective. He teaches her to skate, spoils her, breaks her no-hookup rule, and even shares his secrets.

Sure, hockey players aren’t known for loyalty, but after seeing Rory’s other side, Hazel’s starting to trust him.

It’s all just for show… until Rory kisses her like it’s real. Now, Hazel’s wondering—was he ever faking?

The Wingman

Darcy Andersen just went single and needs some serious confidence. Enter Hayden Owens—pro hockey’s hottest defenseman, her outgoing best friend, and now, her personal dating coach.

He’s teaching her how to play the field… but also convincing her to practice with him. They’re friends, roommates, and sharing a bed. He even buys her a toy—and yeah, helps her use it.

Hayden’s always dodged the whole “relationship” thing, but now? Not so much.

Rule one: no attachments. But when Hayden gets jealous watching Darcy with other guys, she starts to wonder… maybe her wingman’s been waiting all along.

Gloves Off

In public, Georgia Greene and Alexei Volkov play the perfect newlyweds. But behind closed doors? They’re constantly at each other’s throats. Alexei is grumpy, jealous of her coworkers, hates her high heels, and insists he’s only marrying her for citizenship.

But here’s the twist—fighting with him is way more fun than she expected. Beneath all that surly, competitive energy, Alexei’s actually caring, protective, and surprisingly generous.

He cuddles her bunnies, worries about her safety, sends flowers with secret meanings, and yes, he even spends way too much money on her. He makes her sleep in his bed and calls her his wife.

For a guy who swore he’d never fall in love, Alexei’s acting like the exact opposite. Now Georgia’s wondering if this whole “fake” marriage thing is real after all.

Expected publication: June 17, 2025

Powerless by Elsie Silver

Friends to lovers and heartbreakingly tender. Technically a mix of genres, but it deserves a spot for the emotional rollercoaster and unforgettable romance.

Two childhood friends. Broken hearts. One road trip to get away. I’ve been stuck in the friend zone forever—until Jasper Gervais starts acting different.

To everyone, he’s a hockey star. To Sloane Winthrop, he’s the boy she has loved in secret.

When her wedding falls apart, he’s the one who saves her. And when his world crashes, she’s there for him.

He’s not just a friend to Sloane anymore. But after pushing her away for years, he has to prove he wants her.

The Undone Series by Peyton Corrine

Dark pasts, soft hearts, and jaw-dropping tension. Peyton’s books are raw, real, and unputdownable.

Unsteady

Rhys Koteskiy is back… sort of.

After a brutal hit during the Frozen Four, the Waterfell U hockey captain can’t step on the ice without panic setting in. He used to live for the game—now he’s not even sure if he wants it back.

Sadie Brown? She’s got zero time for distractions. Between skating, school, debt, and fighting for custody of her little brothers, she’s just trying to make it through the day. People see attitude—she calls it survival.

When Sadie stumbles across one of Rhys’s panic attacks, something clicks. No judgment. No pressure. Just quiet understanding.

He’s numb. She feels everything. Together, they might find some balance—if their secrets don’t break them first.

Unloved

Matt “Freddy” Fedderic is all charm and chaos.

He’s the Waterfell Wolves’ golden boy on the ice—and the king of casual off it. But behind the cocky grin? A 2.0 GPA, learning struggles he’s never talked about, and a fast-ticking clock thanks to his dad’s graduation ultimatum. Biology might just break him… unless his new tutor saves the day.

Ro Shariff is a soft heart with a messy love life.

She’s got an on-again/off-again boyfriend, a thing for romance novels, and now… she’s tutoring the Matt Fedderic. The same guy who gave her her very first kiss freshman year. The one he doesn’t even remember.

As tutoring sessions turn into late-night calls and emotional unburdening, lines start to blur. They’re just friends… right?

He wants to protect her from his reputation.

She wants him to see his own worth.

And neither of them is ready for how right this might actually feel.

Hockey romances give us alpha heroes with gooey centers, fast-paced stories, and the kind of chemistry that makes you stay up way too late reading “just one more chapter.” Whether you’re in it for the tropes (enemies to lovers, fake dating, forced proximity—we see you ), or just can’t resist a man with a stick and a smirk, this list has your next book hangover written all over it.

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