Reverse Harem Hockey Romance Series
Nothing succeeds like excess.
Polyamory has become a hot topic in the media lately, and outlets from The Atlantic to The New Yorker are charting the apparent rise in popularity. Echoing Oscar Wilde's famous words, "Nothing succeeds like excess," what better way to embrace this sentiment than by merging two beloved subgenres: reverse harem romances and hockey? These picks span a wide range from extra spicy interconnected standalones to sprawling series delving into the complexities of polyamorous relationships, our selection of top picks in reverse harem hockey series offers a diverse array of narratives to explore. Note, polyamory is complex — not all reverse harems are reflective of polyamorous relationship dynamics.
Regarded by most as the quintessential series in both the hockey romance and reverse harem subgenres, The Jacksonville Rays series holds up to the hype. Emily Rath skillfully crafts a world brimming with compelling main characters, featuring book boyfriends spanning from brooding musicians to affable golden retrievers, and formidable FMCs ranging from doctors to directors. These fast-paced interconnected standalone novels are infused with joy, humor, steamy encounters, and adeptly portray the complexities and rewards of polyamorous relationships. If you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting the Rays yet don’t even finish this article — snag the prequel novella That One Night and start reading now!
From the dynamic writing duo known as Emma Foxx comes the hilarious romantic comedy series The Chicago Racketeers. The soon-to-be four book series follows Dani, an aspiring writer and bookish FMC, who falls in love with three swoon-worthy men: Crew McNeil, a hotshot NHL player and Dani’s brother’s best friend; Michael Hughes, the team doctor; and Nathan Armstrong, the billionaire team owner. The series spans every relationship milestone, from dating to the first holiday season together, to navigating a shared polyamorous home space. Foxx masterfully delves into the emotional depth of significant life events while maintaining a lighthearted tone filled with romance and passion.
From feel-good romance queen Lauren Blakely comes the enchanting My Hockey Romance series, a collection of interconnected standalone novels set in the vibrant backdrop of the San Francisco Bay. These books feature feisty, bookish FMCs, devoted and swoon-worthy MMCs, and lovable dogs, making them the perfect palate cleanser following a dark romance or a binge-worthy weekend series. From fake dating to runaway bride tropes, this set of books has something for everyone. Mark your calendar, as the final installment releases May 9th, 2024!
Looking for something a bit darker in the world of reverse harem hockey romances? Look no further than The Savage Kings of Bradwyn U series by Rachel Jonas and Nikki Thorne. Check the content warnings as this bully romance features dark themes set against the backdrop of Bradwyn University. This series must be read in order and both books one and two are cliffhangers but, not to fear, a HEA is waiting for you in book three. Featuring one of our all-time favorite FMCs Stevie, a fearless, plus-size student on a revenge mission and three hockey playing, intimidating, and smolderingly hot MMCs — plus an unexpected love interest (we won’t spoil!) – these thrilling reads are the perfect edgy, steamy addition to your TBR.