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Heated Rivalry books sell out amid Australian fans’ infatuation with gay ice hockey TV show

Wild success of television series drives huge demand for Game Changers books, with Australian booksellers reporting significant customer orders

The Guardian - AU

Heated Rivalry Author Unveils New Shane & Ilya Book Ahead Of S2 & I’m Off To The Cottage

While creator Jacob Tierney has confirmed season two won’t arrive until 2027, author Rachel Reid has announced a new Heated Rivalry novel.

Pedestrian.tv

Could Heated Rivalry bring a whole new fanbase to ice hockey – and can the sport embrace them?

Heated Rivalry has taken the world by a storm. The series tells the story of rivals-to-lovers hockey players Japanese-Canadian Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and Russian Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie), and their yearslong relationship navigating falling in love while playing professional sport.

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'Heated Rivalry' season 2: Everything we know so far

Steamy hockey romance 'Heated Rivalry' is the talk of the town — here's what we know about season 2 and when we can expect more Shane and Ilya

Tom’s Guide

Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie hit their first major red carpet

The stars of everyone’s favourite gay hockey show became two of the most in-demand guests at the 2026 Golden Globes

Evening Standard

‘Heated Rivalry’ shows how queer joy can disrupt hockey’s culture of masculinity

The reason people are so captivated by Heated Rivalry, the new Crave romance adapted from Rachel Reid’s popular novel, isn’t just because the storyline is unprecedented, but because the two main characters find queer joy in impossible circumstances. In doing so, the series creates new possibilities for imagining relationships, masculinity…

The Conversation

Heated Rivalry review – these physically perfect people have so much sex it’s tedious

This steamy queer romance between ice hockey rivals is packed with constant shots of muscular bottoms in fancy hotel rooms. But a bit more character development or emotional investment wouldn’t go amiss

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All my friends are hooked on Heated Rivalry - here's why midlife women can't get enough of the steamy ice hockey drama

It's been a smash hit Stateside, and UK viewers can finally tune into Heated Rivalry - but why are midlife women some of the biggest fans?

Woman & Home

Heated Rivalry: this queer Canadian hockey romp is so hot it threatens to scorch the ice it skates on

Ravishing actors, charged glances, buttocks like pneumatic hams … this is one steamy love story. But it’s far more than just a porny sport-based bodice-ripper

The Guardian - UK

How to watch 'Heated Rivalry' in the U.K. — the hockey romance drama is finally here

The steamy sports romance drama is coming to U.K. screens, here's how you can watch 'Heated Rivalry" from anywhere in the world.

Tom’s Guide

Can't Wait for More 'Heated Rivalry?' Here's Your Guide to Rachel Reid's 'Game Changers' Books

The hit HBO Max series only covers two books in Rachel Reid's bestselling hockey romance series.

Marie Claire

Sorry 'Bridgerton,' but 'Heated Rivalry' is actually the most romantic (and horniest) show on TV

After its acclaimed first season, "Heated Rivalry" has officially dethroned the Netflix romance as the most swoon-worthy series available on streaming

Tom’s Guide

Heated Rivalry on Sky review: This sweaty, steamy gay ice hockey romance scores every goal

5/5 This low budget queer sports show has made overnight stars of its leads, and for good reason

Evening Standard

How To Watch Heated Rivalry Online In The UK From Anywhere

The adaptation of Rachel Reid's novel Heated Rivalry is arriving on UK screens. Here's how you can stream it.

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Hudson Williams Wore His Glasses On Jimmy Fallon And Heated Rivalry Fans Are Freaking Out Over A Connection To The Show

Shane and Ilya forever.

Cinemablend

Heated Rivalry's Steamy Scenes Made It A Quick Hit, And Hudson Williams Points Out How It's Already Become 'A Little Overwhelming' With Fans

Everyone wants to go to the cottage.

Evening Standard

Heated Rivalry: The steamy Canadian romance drama taking the internet by storm

The hockey/romance drama will be available to stream on Sky and Now this January.

The Guardian - US

‘No one can know’: Heated Rivalry’s gay love story exposes ice hockey’s culture of silence

As Heated Rivalry finds a wide audience, ice hockey’s uneasy relationship with Pride and openness looks increasingly out of step

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The Mary Sue

‘Heated Rivalry’ Has Won the Holiday Season

Everyone is talking about the gay hockey show.

The Independent UK

Anderson Cooper had a hilarious response every time Andy Cohen mentioned hit series Heated Rivalry during NYE coverage

Duo returned to host CNN’s live New Year’s Eve coverage

International Business Times UK

Author Rachel Reid Shares How the Success of 'Heated Rivalry' Helps in Her Fight Against Parkinson's

Best-selling author Rachel Reid shared how the success of the series adaptation of her novel 'Heated Rivalry' helps her deal with Parkinson's disease

International Business Times UK

Heated Rivalry Co-Stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie Debut Audio On Quinn

Quinn taps Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie for Ember and Ice, extending the series' momentum beyond television.

Pedestrian.tv

Hudson Williams Hard-Launched His GF At The Oscars But There’s Been Clues For A While

"All the lovely fans are supporting her even though she’s not even trying to be out there or be really perceived."

Pedestrian.tv

Is Heated Rivalry Based On A True Story? The IRL Feud That Inspired Author Rachel Reid

The thirst I have is very real, but what about the story?

Marie Claire

'Heated Rivalry' Season 2: Everything We Know

It's set to follow the book 'The Long Game.'

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