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'Heated Rivalry' book recommendations. Yes, this did take a very long time, sorry I am a thorough person!!

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I am one of the Heated Rivalry fans who read the books long before the show came to the silver screen. For me, Heated Rivalry just hits. What sports are shown in the book, or more what is shown about the life of an athlete, is realistic. I also like the tension between Ilya and Shane, that ‘rivalry’ aspect, even if Shane and Ilya do not have the vitriol towards one another the outside world expects. I’ve seen a lot of book suggestions for people who like Heated Rivalry that just don’t have that same sizzle, at least in my opinion. Either the sport aspect is not well written, the sex is wack, or the dynamic of the couple just doesn’t line up.  I want that sexy tension! I have worked diligently over the past few weeks to compile my own list of suggestions that I think have some of the same vibes as Heated Rivalry . I do not care if a book has a M/M, M/F or F/F pairing, so you shouldn’t go into this list with those expectations. Cleet Cute (2023) Meryl Wilsner - There is a reason ...