THE SERIES THAT INSPIRED HEATED RIVALRY • NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW
USA TODAY BESTSELLING SERIES • FAN-FAVORITE HOCKEY ROMANCE
A HIGHLY ANTICIPATED FINAL INSTALLMENT IN THE BELOVED GAME CHANGERS SERIES
“Emotionally rich, deeply satisfying, and impossible to put down.”
—Praised by romance readers worldwide
A powerful story of love, growth, and second chances—bringing together beloved characters in a heartfelt and unforgettable conclusion.
Some love stories aren’t about the beginning—they’re about what comes after.
In The Long Game by Rachel Reid, the journey continues for two players whose relationship has already defied expectations. Now, the challenge isn’t falling in love—it’s sustaining it in a world that demands sacrifice, secrecy, and resilience.
Set against the high-pressure backdrop of professional hockey, the story explores what it means to balance personal truth with public life. As careers evolve and external pressures mount, the cracks begin to show—not in their feelings, but in how they navigate everything around them.
Success on the ice doesn’t guarantee peace off it. Expectations from teammates, media attention, and internal doubts create tension that tests both trust and commitment. Love, once hard-won, must now prove it can endure.
As the stakes grow more personal than ever, the question becomes clear: can something built under pressure survive when everything is on the line?
Emotional, intimate, and deeply character-driven, this installment focuses on the realities of lasting love.
Because sometimes, the hardest part isn’t getting together—it’s staying together when life gets complicated.
Review
“Rachel Reid puts the biscuit in the basket. This is the sequel we’ve all been waiting for!”
—Sarina Bowen, USA Today bestselling author of Roommate, on The Long Game
“This is another success in a fabulous series…Reid’s characters—including many familiar faces for series fans—are all charming and sexy, and she mixes humor, hockey, and positive messaging with aplomb.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review, on The Long Game
“Sexy, hot, funny and sweet, Heated Rivalry is a game changer in sexy sports romance.” —All About Romance on Heated Rivalry
“It’s enemies-to-lovers with loads (and loads, literally) of sizzling hot hate sex and hot hockey action and it’s all tied up in a helluva sweet slow-burn love story.” —Gay Book Reviews on Heated Rivalry
“It was sweet and hot, and the humor and banter gave it balance. I’m really looking forward to more from Rachel Reid.” —USA Today on Game Changer
“Reid’s hockey-themed Game Changers series continues on its red-hot winning streak.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review for Common Goal
“Rachel Reid continues to blow me away with this thoughtful, deeply romantic and scorchingly sexy series.” —Adriana Herrera, USA Today bestselling author on Role Model
“Another winner from Rachel Reid! In her trademark style, Ms. Reid delivers two indelible characters that will have you rooting for them on every page.” —Sarina Bowen, USA Today bestselling author of Roommate on Role Model
About the Author
Rachel Reid is the New York Times Bestselling author of the Game Changers series, which has been adapted into the smash hit television series, Heated Rivalry. Rachel has always lived in Nova Scotia, Canada, and will likely continue to do so. She has two boring degrees and two interesting kids. She has been a hockey fan since childhood, but sadly never made it to the NHL herself. You can follow Rachel on Instagram at rachelreidwrites. Her website and blog, where she writes more things, is www.rachelreidwrites.com.
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