Hockey might not seem like the most romantic setting, but these days, it’s where many love stories begin—or at least in books.
With their blend of action and heart-fluttering moments, hockey romance is the latest subgenre of sports romance to gain popularity. Keep reading to explore our list of eight swoon-worthy hockey romance novels on audio!
Icebreaker
By Hannah Grace, narrated by Elizabeth Louise & Tim Paige
This beloved novel kicks off Grace’s BookTok viral Maple Hills series. An enemies to lovers romance, this audiobook focuses on college hockey player Nate and figure skater Anastasia—and what happens when Nate must step in to help Anastasia grab a spot on Team USA.
A Lie for a Lie
By Helena Hunting, narrated by Erin Mallon & Jacob Morgan
As the first book of the romantic comedy series by New York Times bestselling author Helena Hunting, this audiobook is brimming with instant attraction, second chances, and not-so-small white lies between an NHL captain and his romantic encounter.
Other hockey romances by Helen Hunting:
The Au Pair Affair
By Tessa Bailey, narrated by Callie Dalton
Tessa Bailey’s sports rom-com features a grumpy single dad hockey player who falls for his quirky live-in nanny, Tallulah, leading to a heartwarming, complicated romance.
Always Only You
By Chloe Liese, narrated by Nelson Hobbs & CJ Bloom
Are you ready for an emotional ride filled with laughter and longing in this hockey romance? Ren, a patient hockey player, waits for his coworker Frankie, a grumpy staff member with a hidden heart of gold, to pursue their forbidden and slow-burn love.
Another hockey romance by Chloe Liese:
Game Changer
By Rachel Reid, narrated by Tor Thom
In this first book of the Game Changers series, New York Admirals captain Scott Hunter takes pregame rituals seriously, craving not just a lucky smoothie but also its maker, Kip Grady. Their secret, red-hot romance heats up behind closed doors, but Kip wants more than to remain hidden as Scott’s boyfriend.
Other hockey romances by Rachel Reid:
Pucking Around
By Emily Rath, narrated by Amy Hall, Alex Kydd & Ash Beverly
Rachel Price, a physical therapist, unexpectedly reunites with Mr. Perfect from a magical night—now a NHL player for the hottest new hockey team. While he tries to win her over, she also faces challenges from his best friend and a secretive goalie. As she proves herself professionally, love complications arise with three irresistible men.
Check out the Jacksonville Rays series and content warnings.
Other hockey romances by Emily Rath:
Collide
By Bal Khabra, narrated by Julia Knippen & Max Meyers
Summer Preston, an honors student with her lifelong dream of becoming a sport psychologist , clashes with Aiden Crawford, the hockey team’s captain, when their worlds collide unexpectedly. This audiobook is a lighthearted read with enemies-to-lovers trope and duet narration.
Check out Khabra’s Off the Ice series and content warnings.
Sunny Disposition
By Deanna Grey, narrated by Charlie L Wood & John William Maddux
Naomi can’t help but notice Finn among her hockey player housemates, despite his serious behavior. Meanwhile, Finn, usually composed except on the ice, finds himself unusually drawn to Naomi’s sunny disposition and her resemblance to someone from his past. However, he knows he’s not the person she believes him to be.
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Hockey might not seem like the most romantic setting, but these days, it’s where many love stories begin—or at least in books. Listen to our picks of swoon-worthy hockey romance novels on audio!
