Rachel Reid, author of the Game Changer series, will release the seventh book in her hockey romance saga, 'Unrivaled', on 29 September this year. The novel is a direct sequel to 'The Long Game' and continues the story of Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander, now out, married, and playing on the same team.
According to the synopsis, the couple faces backlash from a hockey podcast and the #TakeBackHockey movement, testing their relationship as they navigate public scrutiny. The book is available for pre-order now.
Jacob Tierney, creator of the Crave/HBO Max adaptation 'Heated Rivalry', confirmed that season two will be based on 'The Long Game'. He noted that while the show will remain centred on Ilya and Shane, the broader universe offers opportunities to explore other characters.
Fans have praised the series for its realistic queer representation and faithful adaptation of Reid's novels. 'Heated Rivalry' season one premiered to critical acclaim, with viewers noting the strong performances and tight editing.
