Sports Romance

⭐ 4.5

HOT, HEA

“Freaking great story about the FMC who is reunited with her real family after she's kidnapped and raised by her "adoptive" mom. SPICY and delicious. The only thing missing was more about the kidnapping case and why she was taken. But that's the Forensic Files fan in me.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, Brother's Best Friend, Second Chance, Kidnapping, Forced Proximity, MMC/FMC has Amnesia, FMC is a Single Mom, Friends to Lovers, Slow Burn, Emotional Abuse, Dirty Talker

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“These books have subplots. This one was centered around addiction. Kept me entertained. I just don't know where these authors get the MC names. The FMC was Freya aka Mickey” - Penelope Black

Hockey, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC", Friends to Lovers, MMC is A Golden Retriever, Found Family, Protective MMC, MMC Falls First

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“The relationship between Barrett and Raleigh was genuinely fucking sweet. That pregnancy kink was strong.” - Cardigan B

“I appreciated a strong FMC who doesn't need the MMC, but he actually wants to be in her life. What a golden retriever he was. Sigh.” - Penelope Black

Age 25+, FMC is a Single Mom, Hockey, Pro-Athlete, Secret Pregnancy, Secret Baby, Second Chance, Protective MMC, Obsessive MMC, Dirty Talker, One Night Stand, Breeding Kink, Curvier, Praise Kink

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“Completely and unexpectedly loved this book. Carter is still my number 1, Halsey my number 2 and Banksy a solid 3. It was a tad too cutesy for me at the end and I wanted to vomit a little, but I will let it slide.” - Penelope Black

Hockey, Abusive Relationship, Innocent FMC, Confessional/Mirror Kink, Bodyguard, Forced Proximity, Roommates, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Slow Burn, Grumpy/Sunshine, 30+ MMC, 30+ FMC, Stalker, Dirty Talker, Aftercare, Exploring Fantasies, Sports, Pro-Athlete

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“I didn’t like the whole granola, holistic, hippie vibe of the FMC but the phone call after they started recognizing their feelings was chef's kiss” - Cardigan B

Friends to Lovers, Baseball, Body Modifications/Piercings/Tattoos, Artist, Bad Boy/Good Girl, Animal Lover, Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Roommate, Afraid of Commitment, Childhood Trauma

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Everyone acted like adults. No games. Loved it. That over-the-clothes scene shouldn't have been as hot as it was.” - Cardigan B

“Love me some Meghan Quinn and this one didn't disappoint. Good banter between the FMC & MMC.” - Penelope Black

Baseball, Second Chance, Witty Banter, Sports, Ex Pro-Athlete, Small Town, Grumpy/Sunshine, Opposites Attract, Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Curvier FMC, Possessive MMC, Small Town Return, Interfering Family

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“Something about Carter is so comforting. A man who is so hot on the outside, but a massive nerd on the inside.” - Penelope Black

“Carter: ‘Just consider me.’ Me: Combusts.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, Golden Retriever, Reformed Playboy, Independent FMC, Sweet & Spicy Banter, Disney-Loving MMC, Tall MMC/Short FMC, Teacher (FMC), Tall MMC (6'4''+)

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“Not as good as number #1, but Carter Beckett is in it. Story is centered on Carter's little sister who had some childhood trauma. But she did have a box of sex toys which was interesting.” - Penelope Black

Hockey, MMC Falls First, Witty Banter, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Friends with Benefits, Sex First/Feelings Later, MMC is A Golden Retriever, Brother’s Best Friend

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“Loved Halsey's story. Sweet and quiet by day and the has the dirtiest mouth by night. I love his text chain with the hockey boys - especially all of Levi's advice. They are such great friends.” - Penelope Black

Hockey, Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Roommate, Longtime Crush, Loss of Sibling, Found Family, Tall MMC, Dirty Talker

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“My first sports Omegaverse. And I really liked it. Meg just wanted to build her own life, not require the care of Alphas. But she wasn't very good at it and she ends up accidentally scent matched.” - Cardigan B

Omegaverse, Sports, Billionaire , Age Gap Romance, Down on Her Luck FMC, Omega FMC, Scenting, In-Heat, Why Choose, Reverse Harem, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC"

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“Good, not great. Smith was a dick and just didn't communicate. A lot of problems could have been solved in two paragraphs or totally avoided.” - Cardigan B

Omegaverse, Sports, Age Gap Romance, Billionaire, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC", Omega FMC, In-Heat, Scenting, Why Choose, Reverse Harem

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“FUN. The Senator is the one who loses his shit and gets them into this mess? Loved that. And the MMA fighter is the most loving? I dug this a lot.” - Cardigan B

Omegaverse, Why Choose, Knotting, Football (American), Opposites Attract, Fated Mates, Age Gap Romance, Down on Her Luck FMC, In-Heat, Omega FMC, Reverse Harem, Scenting

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“I liked the beginning of this one. Abandoned wedding. Betrayal. Lost in the woods. The story just didn't work for me. It didn't have the chemistry that the other books did.” - Cardigan B

Omegaverse, Sports, Age Gap Romance, Billionaire, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC", Omega FMC, In-Heat, Scenting, Why Choose, Reverse Harem, MMC/FMC has a Crush on Matchmaker/Dating Coach, "Male, Male Relationship (MM)", Chef

⭐ 3.75

HOT, HEA

“Bridget was so fucking likable and her sister is a total bitch. Not enough pack groveling for me.” - Cardigan B

Omegaverse, Baseball, Curvier FMC, FMC with Self-Esteem Issues, "Smart, Strong, Independent FMC", Fated Mates, Omega FMC, Why Choose, Reverse Harem, Scenting, In-Heat, Redemption

⭐ 4.25

MILD, HEA

“I loved how the author didn't kill the reader with an abundance of mundane, unnecessary details. She went from one scene to the next seamlessly.” - Penelope Black

“Sloooooooow burn and then complete ignition.” - Cardigan B

Sports, Enemies to Lovers, Soccer, 25+ FMC, 35+ MMC, Age Gap, German MMC, Grumpy/Sunshine, Latina/Hispanic FMC, Coach/Athlete, Childhood Celebrity Crush, Slow Burn, Divorcing MMC

⭐ 4.25

HOT, HEA

“She scent matches with her pack while they're playing hockey and she's ice skating. A near-rejected mate situation.” - Cardigan B

Omegaverse, Sports, Hockey, Why Choose, Reverse Harem, Fated Mates, Found Family, Long Distance Relationship, Loss of Parent (Death), College/University Students, Pro-Athlete

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“Male omega ain't my thing.” - Cardigan B

Omegaverse, Fated Mates, Loss of Parent (Death), Hockey, In-Heat, Meet-Cute, Hate to Love You, Overcoming Past Trauma, College/University Students, Pro-Athlete, Redemption, Forgiveness Arc, Personal Growth Journey, Why Choose, Alpha FMC, Scenting, Alpha MMC, Reverse Harem, "Male, Male Female Relationship (MMF)"

⭐ 4.25

MEDIUM, HEA

“I was waiting FOREVER for Dean’s book. I knew there was more to him than the clown of the group. And oh boy I wasn’t disappointed. I will say I rather enjoyed his bath scene with the vibrator (it’s not what you think, but he totally owned it).” - Penelope Black

Friends with Benefits, Forced Proximity, Roommate, Found Family, College/University Students, Personal Growth Journey, Opposites Attract, Hockey

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“New fave sports romance author. This book felt so mature and open, it left me feeling cozy.” - Cardigan B

Roommate, Hockey, FMC has Overprotective Brother/Male Relatives, Opposites Attract, MMC is A Golden Retriever, Fish out of Water, Love Letter Lunacy, Forbidden Love Interest, One Night Stand, Sports

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Out of the series, this was my favorite. Daddy Kai was everything. Loving father, committed teammate, brother and friend. Miller was the type of FMC I love reading about. Strong, independent, doesn’t give a shit about what anyone thinks - wearing a uniform of sneakers and overalls.” - Penelope Black

MMC is a Single Dad, Nanny, Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Only One Bed, Found Family, Slow Burn, Sports, Chicago

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“This story shouldn't be as good as it is. A drunken Vegas marriage? But it's sweet, spicy, and exactly what I needed.” - Penelope Black

Basketball, Marriage of Convenience, Fake Relationship, Slow Burn, Grumpy/Sunshine, Forced Proximity, Sweet & Spicy Banter, MMC Falls First, Workplace Romance

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Rio FINALLY gets his HEA. Honestly, I thought he was just hopeless or there was something wrong with him. The miscommunication got a bit frustrating, but overall such a heartwarming ending” -Penelope Black

Childhood Friends, High-School Relationship, Breakup due to Misunderstanding, Hockey Pro-Athlete MMC, Interior Designer MMC, Mamma’s Boy MMC, Down-on-her Luck FMC, Secrets

⭐ 4.0

MEDIUM, HEA

“Consider Me' vibes - and straight to my heart.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, MMC is A Golden Retriever, Smart, Strong, Independent FMC, Red-Haired FMC, Sweet & Spicy Banter, Friends with Benefits, Rivals

⭐ 4.0

MILD, HEA

“The way he took care of her when she was sick, came to her rescue when she was being threatened, the way he supported her after her mom's car accident. It was so lovely.” - Cardigan B

Sports, Figure Skating, Slow Burn, Grumpy/Sunshine, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Protective MMC, Opposites Attract, Interfering Family, Over-protective Brother/Male Relatives, Possessive MMC, Filipina FMC, Russian MMC, Enemies to Lovers, Hate to Love You

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“I didn't skim ANY of this book. That rarely happens. Tristan made me so angry for being such a brute about his feelings, but I loved their chemistry and fire.” - Cardigan B

Veggie Play, Enemies to Lovers, Brother's Best Friend, Age Gap Romance, Hockey, Pro-Athlete, Forced Proximity, Roommate, Touch Her and Die Vibes

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“Started super slow and I almost DNF'd. I keep going and enjoyed it. Sweet story about plus-sized, cat loving gal and a Scottish footballer.” - Penelope Black

Football / Rugby, Pro-Athlete, Friends to Lovers, Virgin FMC, Scottish MMC, Scotland, Fake Dating, Curvier FMC, Protective MMC, Sports, Witty Banter, Slow Burn, Body Positivity, 25+ FMC, 25+ MMC, Best Friend's Sister

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“Darker than you expect. It has lots of depth and redeemable characters.” - Cardigan B

Soccer (European Football), Overcoming Past Trauma, Second Chance, Secret Pregnancy, Secret Relationship

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“I hate to say it, but Joellen was made to appear like a sloppy fat fuck. Eating potato chips while she makes dinner? Talking about how she felt lumpy and gross? But it becomes obvious that her thoughts are not reality and she just needed reminding that respect for herself was the most important thing. And Cam sounds delicious.” - Cardigan B

Sports, Curvier FMC, Football/Rugby, Office, FMC with Self-Esteem Issues, Playboy/Rake

⭐ 3.75

MEDIUM, HEA

“She’s an instantly-likable, awkward, direct FMC. He’s a hockey god who saves her from a snow storm. They reconnect later in life after a secret pregnancy and sparks fly.” - Penelope Black

Hockey, Accidental/Surprise Pregnancy, Trapped in a Cabin, Secret Baby, Second Chance, Down on Her Luck FMC, Age 30+ MMC, Slow Burn, Breakup Due to Misunderstanding, FMC is a Single Mom, Rich/Wealthy MMC, Story Told in Past and Present, Protective MMC, Meet-Cute, Forced Proximity

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“I liked this, but there are some minor plot holes: 1. Where did Cade get the money for tattoos and a motorcycle? 2. Lily worked at a vet clinic, but it’s barely mentioned. 3. Lily was desperate to leave and then...wasn't. 4. She squirted on Beck's pool table and they just left it? Gross.” - Cardigan B

Virgin MMC, Hockey, MC in High School, Obsessive MMC, MC is a Bully (at the start), Bully Romance, Forced Proximity, Grumpy/Sunshine, Nerd/Jock, Coach's Daughter, MMC Previously Abused

⭐ 4.0

HOT, HEA

“Intense in like seven different ways. He was preyed upon by family. She was poor and pitied. They clash for a decade before they finally peak. It’s dark, man.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, Rich/Poor, Enemies to Lovers, Brother's Best Friend, Bully Romance, Sexual Trauma, Virgin FMC, Playboy/Virgin, Age 25+ MMC

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“I liked all of the pieces individually. The FMC and MMC were redeeming. The setting was believable. It all worked. But together, it got a little preachy.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, Hot Dad, Witty Banter, Friends to Enemies to Lovers, Hockey

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“Not quite the enemies to lovers I was looking for. Good banter and dare I say - just a little too much smut.” - Penelope Black

FMC is a Single Mom, MC is a Single Parent, Ex Pro-Athlete, Coach/Athlete, Possessive MMC, Enemies to Lovers, MCs are Fake Dating, Forced Proximity, Grumpy/Sunshine, Witty Banter, Rich/Wealthy MMC, Obsessive MMC, Dirty Talker, Football (American), Small Town

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“Book started off really steamy, I was ready to DNF, but then the characters began to develop into humans with issues. Book was a tad too long and could have ended earlier.” - Penelope Black

College/Uni Students, Curvier FMC, American Football, Loss of Parent, Overcoming Past Trauma

⭐ 3.5

MEDIUM, HEA

“Not your typical ‘Sports’ Romance and it’s refreshing. Would have liked more "getting to know you" moments between the MCs. Too much closed-door, look-back steam references. I came here for the spice. Gimme.” - Cardigan B

Omegaverse, Pack Dynamics, Knotting, Formula One Racing, MC is an Only Child, Childhood Trauma, Loss of Parent (Death), Male, Male, Male, Female (MMMF)

⭐ 3.5

HOT, HEA

“She a sports medicine doctor who loves hard. They’re hockey players or adjacent and pulled into her orbit. MCs are written well and the story is fun. Why Choose hockey. Haven’t seen that before.” - Cardigan B

Hockey, Why Choose, Doctor, Second Chance, Workplace, Grumpy/Sunshine, Witty Banter

⭐ 3.5

MILD, HEA

“Really like the story, but it was slow. It put the “slow” in slow burn. Also Van gave him way too many chances IMO. I would have left his ass to fend for himself.” - Penelope Black

Football (American), Sports, Slow Burn, Forced Proximity, Marriage of Convenience, Grumpy/Sunshine, Opposites Attract, Touch Her and Die Vibes, Protective MMC, Down on Her Luck FMC, Tragic Past, Found Family, Boss/Employee, Workplace, Cute Dog