Name: Heated Rivalry
Rating: 4.120833333333334 (180 reviews)
ISBN: 9780369748898

Rachel Reid

The start of an epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Rachel Reid—book two in her fan-favorite Game Changers series. Nothing interferes with pro hockey star Shane Hollander’s game. Now that he’s captain of the Montreal Voyageurs, he won’t let anything jeopardize that—definitely not the sexy rival he loves to hate. Boston Bears captain Ilya Rozanov is everything Shane’s not. The self-proclaimed king of the ice, he’s as cocky as he is talented. No one can beat him—except Shane. Publicly, they’re enemies. Privately, they can’t stop touching each other. The smart thing to do? Walk away, once a few secret hookups turn into a struggle to keep their relationship out of the press. The truth could ruin them both. But for Shane and Ilya, secrecy is soon no longer an option… Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game

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“...and on top of everything, I’m pretty sure I’m in love with you and I don’t know what to do about it.”

Alyssa Weaver

We were supposed to stand alone at the top, but we will always be there together. We will keep climbing until no one else can reach us, but it will always be together.

And Shane left. He realized, when he was back in his room, that they hadn't even kissed. He also realized, with horror, that he regretted that.

There was only one ring before, "Holy shit, Ilya!

"If you mix that with cranberry juice I will drown you in the lake."

sums up their relationship 3 chapters in. I love them sm

Anlo

Nothing interferes with Shane Hollander’s game—definitely not the sexy rival he loves to hate. Pro hockey star Shane Hollander isn’t just crazy talented, he’s got a spotless reputation. Hockey is his life. Now that he’s captain of the Montreal Voyageurs, he won’t let anything jeopardize that, especially the sexy Russian whose hard body keeps him awake at night. Boston Bears captain Ilya Rozanov is everything Shane’s not. The self-proclaimed king of the ice, he’s as cocky as he is talented. No one can beat him—except Shane. They’ve made a career on their legendary rivalry, but when the skates come off, the heat between them is undeniable. When Ilya realizes he wants more than a few secret hookups, he knows he must walk away. The risk is too great. As their attraction intensifies, they struggle to keep their relationship out of the public eye. If the truth comes out, it could ruin them both. But when their need for each other rivals their ambition on the ice, secrecy is no longer an option… One-click with confidence. This title is part of the Carina Press Romance Promise: all the romance you’re looking for with an HEA/HFN. It’s a promise! This book is approximately 66,000 words

loved this more than the show i actually had butterflies the whole time

Marissa Diab

You don’t understand how excited I was reading this after watching the show, insane experience! I love how perfectly portrayed the characters are in the show and how well crafted they are in general. I love them so so sooo much and I will definitely read more of the Game Changers series!

i discovered the book adaptation from tiktok and when i finally decided to watch it, damn I'm so obsessed with it! I even recommended it to my sister and to my cousin. 

Ive read from the comments that some parts in the book were not included and I was completely blown away when I finished the show— it's like I can't move one from how good it is. My last BL show was 2gether: The Series (Sarawatine) and girl, that was  a long time ago and this show awakened my fan moment. 

Truth to be told, the book is better. While reading it, it feels like I was recollecting the scenes from the show. Thank god, they didn't change a lot of scenes.

It feels sad to know that their secret relationship will probably last for a long time to go, challenges to endure and games to play. I love how downbad Ilya is to Shane and how he's willing to go for Shane whatever it is. I was excited to know what's coming through in the next book (to which I will not read yet until season 2 release).

stephie

i discovered the book adaptation from tiktok and when i finally decided to watch it, damn I'm so obsessed with it! I even recommended it to my sister and to my cousin. 

Ive read from the comments that some parts in the book were not included and I was completely blown away when I finished the show— it's like I can't move one from how good it is. My last BL show was 2gether: The Series (Sarawatine) and girl, that was  a long time ago and this show awakened my fan moment. 

Truth to be told, the book is better. While reading it, it feels like I was recollecting the scenes from the show. Thank god, they didn't change a lot of scenes.

It feels sad to know that their secret relationship will probably last for a long time to go, challenges to endure and games to play. I love how downbad Ilya is to Shane and how he's willing to go for Shane whatever it is. I was excited to know what's coming through in the next book (to which I will not read yet until season 2 release).

Kelsey 

I got to say, this book did not reel me in during the first few chapters but once the climax (no pun intended) happened and we got to see more layers of Shane and Ilya I was in.

Maui S.

Immediate reread thoughts: I wish I read this book before the hype, the hype ruined the expectations for me.

ILYA'S ADMISSIONS OF LOVEFOR SHANE  AND TRAUMA OF PAST 🥹🥲🫠

Susan

DEFINITELY WORTHY OF A IMMEDIATE REREAD!

Immediate reread thoughts: I wish I read this book before the hype, the hype ruined the expectations for me.

ILYA'S ADMISSIONS OF LOVEFOR SHANE  AND TRAUMA OF PAST 🥹🥲🫠

This was a fun read after watching the show! It was cute to get a few additional scenes of Shane and Ilya and I just love their story. I will say after reading, I appreciate the show even more than I did before. Jacob Tierney did an absolutely phenomenal job adapting to TV and stayed incredibly faithful to the text which I found interesting. And the way he blended certain moments together and showcased their relationship was so good. One of the rare times where the book and the show stand equal to me!

Katie Allard

First off, I want to say my friend recommended me this book, and I want to say she did not disappoint. She knows I love hokey and spicy romance books, but she told me to read this book, and I fell in love with it. At first, I was on edge about whether I should read it or not because, at the same time, I did not know that the book was BL. 

I really love how the book starts with a bit of spice (I know there are a lot of people who love that kind of spice in a book). 

I really don't have much to say about this book, just that people of love BL, I would totally recommend this book to you guys.

Arely.Flores Atilano

First off, I want to say my friend recommended me this book, and I want to say she did not disappoint. She knows I love hokey and spicy romance books, but she told me to read this book, and I fell in love with it. At first, I was on edge about whether I should read it or not because, at the same time, I did not know that the book was BL. 

I really love how the book starts with a bit of spice (I know there are a lot of people who love that kind of spice in a book). 

I really don't have much to say about this book, just that people of love BL, I would totally recommend this book to you guys.

this was a reread. it is not the best romance book writing wise but it is an entertaining story that i got obsessed with. i have some problems with shane’s asian representation and the way he is used in this story but i just love him as a character this is why my rating is quite high. i think ilya is better written and i love him as a character as well. i think this book is very dialogue-y which is also why it’s not perfect but overall i had fun so ! 

the fist half of the book is genuinely terrible like i almost gave up on it a million times. the fact that i can see hudcon playing out scenes definitely helped but i have to remember she came up w the story and not give this 2⭐️

jacob ATE he kept all the good parts in the show like he’s a genius but anyways this was alrightttt

nina 

the fist half of the book is genuinely terrible like i almost gave up on it a million times. the fact that i can see hudcon playing out scenes definitely helped but i have to remember she came up w the story and not give this 2⭐️

jacob ATE he kept all the good parts in the show like he’s a genius but anyways this was alrightttt

Ok so I obviously love the queer representation (especially in a very competetive and highly masculine sport like hockery), also love the neuro-spicy/clear-consent representation. Yet – a lot of slavic/asian stereotypes are being reproduced, that could be questioned a bit...

antonia maria wagner she/they

Laoise Giblin

I knew it wasn’t really my cup of tea with it being a “spicy book” but it’s gay and fun and it did leave me wanting to hear more of them so I’ll read the second book too hoping it’s just as gay and fun

Diego

proof time and time again i love men who yearn!! 

Jenn Doan 

On a scale of 1 to embarrassed this was my first read of the year I’ll say it’s a 7. The TV show was better 

Swathi Ramaprasad

On a scale of 1 to embarrassed this was my first read of the year I’ll say it’s a 7. The TV show was better 



omfg im so beyond obsessed w shane and ilya its honestly scary

i don't love third person pov but this wasn't horrible and i also think the show was better ? i feel like we got a little more insight on who these characters are in a way the book didnt rlly touch on

jenna

omfg im so beyond obsessed w shane and ilya its honestly scary

i don't love third person pov but this wasn't horrible and i also think the show was better ? i feel like we got a little more insight on who these characters are in a way the book didnt rlly touch on

overall lovedddddddd

never felt more #lovewins than i do right now

jackie

Kaitlyn 

I got very curious and I did not regret it. I was a bit slow in finishing this cause I'm easing myself into reading romance again. But this one's a very easy read. 

honestly, i probably wouldn't have even touched this book if it wasn't for the life-changing gay canada hockey show created by the legend jacob tierney. i am forever indebted to him for giving us the beautiful, amazing, wonderful connor storrie and the gorgeous, astounding freak hudson williams.

the book definitely had its cute moments, but actually reading the r18 scenes was a little icky for my silly little soul lol. i really have to give it up to jacob and the whole team, because they stayed true to the heart of the story while actually improving the plot and making it way more coherent.

jumping straight to the long game now because the hollanov/hudcon agenda is consuming my soul. thank you. see u on the other side of the road. 

Gianna Kristen

honestly, i probably wouldn't have even touched this book if it wasn't for the life-changing gay canada hockey show created by the legend jacob tierney. i am forever indebted to him for giving us the beautiful, amazing, wonderful connor storrie and the gorgeous, astounding freak hudson williams.

the book definitely had its cute moments, but actually reading the r18 scenes was a little icky for my silly little soul lol. i really have to give it up to jacob and the whole team, because they stayed true to the heart of the story while actually improving the plot and making it way more coherent.

jumping straight to the long game now because the hollanov/hudcon agenda is consuming my soul. thank you. see u on the other side of the road. 

Ame a Shane e Ilya. Ame como esta diagramado el libro en comparación al resto de la saga esto  le da como cierto grado de complejidad con las partes la narrativa tan amplia en termino de tiempo donde transcurre la historia 2007 a 2017 si no me equivoco. Caso que no vuelve a ocurrir en ningun otro libro de la saga. 

Mauro Jimenez

Annabella

This series is just getting better as it goes!!! I cannot wait for the rest of the series.

The yearning and tension is this book is 

This is a true enemies to lovers and I am here for it 

Brittany Peterson

This series is just getting better as it goes!!! I cannot wait for the rest of the series.

The yearning and tension is this book is chefs kiss 

This is a true enemies to lovers and I am here for it 

some parts are a lillll draggy but good accompaniment to the series hehe

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