Do you want to puck?
Hockey may not be the most popular sport in the world, but in modern times, it creates a perfect storm for romance. The sport itself has tons of tension and drama—so, when you put it in a romance book, it elevates everything. And, when you do it right, the book community will instantly devour it. It’s a subgenre that gets every woman swooning.
So, if you love fluff, hockey players and sexual tension, then stick around because we’ve rounded up the best hockey romances book with men who can handle their hockey sticks. From enemies to lovers, fake relationships and forbidden romances, we’ve got just anything and everything for you.
The Deal (Off-Campus Series)
Elle Kennedy
A cult classic, The Deal is the epitome of hockey romance. Perfect for newbies, Elle Kennedy takes you on a sinfully hot and fun journey with Garret Graham and Hannah Wells. Filled with banters, raw emotions and sexual tension, this book follows Hannah who tutors the captain of the hockey team—in return, she hopes to make her crush jealous with a fake date with Garret. But, when they spend so much time together, feelings get blurred and lines get broken. If you end up loving this book, read the other books in the series, The Mistake, The Score and The Goal.
Play With Me (Playing For Keeps Series)
Becka Mack
In this scorching hockey romance, a dedicated hockey player, Garrett Anderson finds himself pining over his captain’s sassy little sister, Jennie Beckett, when she’s extremely off-limits. Things get even more heated when they end up being neighbours and start playing with fire—having fun with no strings attached. But, when feelings get in their way, their “play time” gets even more confusing. Weaving together humour, vulnerability and raw emotions, this is a book to add to your TBR list.
The Fake Out (Vancouver Storm Series)
Stephanie Archer
In this spicy, laugh-out-loud, fake dating romance, Hazel Hartley tries to get back at her horrible ex by dating her ex’s rival and the top scorer in the NHL, Rory Miller. Arrogant, and flirtatious, Rory makes it fun and addictive during their stint, which prompts Hazel to lose her mind and get in bed with him—breaking her just-one-time hookup rule.
Powerless (Chesnut Springs Series)
Elsie Silver
“Lose that *ucking ring and crawl” — if you need a man like this, then don’t falter to pick up this steamy book. In this book, Jasper Gervais sweeps in and saves his childhood friend, Sloane Winthrop from marrying her cheating ex-fiancé by whisking her on an impromptu road trip. What they didn’t expect was to look at each other and touch one another as more than friends—after years of fighting their feelings for each other.
The Graham Effect (Campus Diaries Series)
Elle Kennedy
It’s honestly no surprise to see another Elle Kennedy book in this lineup. The queen of hockey romance returns with a second-generation book. The Graham Effect revolves around Gigi Graham who’s trying to qualify for the women’s national hockey team, but to do so, she’ll need help from Luke Ryder, her university’s new hockey co-captain. The problem? It is their intense chemistry, which they can’t seem to ignore even while fighting for what they each want in their lives. From spicy, sauna scenes to a cute opera date, this book is dotted with fluff, fun and rsiqué moments you’ll love.
The Risk (Briar U Series)
Elle Kennedy
This fake dating hockey romance will have you swooning over Jake Connelly, Harvard’s most elite hockey player. With a feisty heroine and a forbidden romance trope, this book will leave you breathless and wanting more.
The Dixon Rule (Campus Diaries Series)
Elle Kennedy
“Get on your knees, Diana” — if that doesn’t get your mind and gears turning, then nothing will. The Dixon Rule is an enemies-to-lovers, fake dating book that will make you leave all your feminism at the door, but in a good way. With raunchy sex escapades, funny banter and fiery pitter-patters scenes, this book will leave you kicking and giggling.
Face Off (D.C. Stars Series)
Chelsea Curto
“You said you wanted me on my knees. And, I’ve always liked being a good boy” — if you’re dreaming of a good boy, then don’t skip this hunky read. The Face Off is a dislike-to-lovers romance with hilarious banters, a wealth of tension and tons of feminism tropes that will leave you feeling empowered in the bedroom and professionally. In this book, Maverick Miller, the best player in the league gets in a tiff with his new fiery left-winger, Emmy. But, when tension escalates, they end up in bed together. The worst part? They can’t seem to keep their hands off each other after that one night.
Collide (Off The Ice Series)
Bal Khabra
In this book, Summer Preston ends up tutoring the hockey team’s captain, Aiden Crawford, whom she despises. But once their worlds collide, and their bickering turns to banter and foreplay, their connection is hot enough to melt an ice rink.
Icebreaker (Maple Hills Series)
Hannah Grace
What happens when a figure skater goes head-to-toe with the captain of the hockey team? Instant, angst and sexual tension. In this fluffy yet spicy read, Anastasia Allen is forced to work with Nathan Hawkins in more ways than one, igniting tons of sparks between them. If you favour a promiscuous car sex scene and erotic bedroom fun, then look no further.
Those Three Little Words (The Vancouver Agitators Series)
Meghan Quinn
If you live for chaos, then Meghan Quinn’s romantic comedy about a one-night stand is the one for you. In this hilarious, steamy romance, a hockey player ends up knocking up his best friend and teammate’s sister. Full of cackling moments and sexy, grinding and bumpin’, this book is for anyone and everyone who loves the pregnancy and brother’s bestfriend trope.
