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‘Heated Rivalry’ Boom Lifts Books as Fans Look to ‘The Long Game’ and Season 2 Takes Shape

Library data and bestseller ranks show a sharp readership surge driven by the show’s breakout run on Max.

Overview

  • Rachel Reid’s Heated Rivalry climbed to No. 14 on the New York Times best-seller list in late December following the series’ finale window.
  • Libby reported a 698% jump in activity for Heated Rivalry in the 21 days after the TV premiere compared with the 21 days prior.
  • Interest is spreading across the hockey‑romance niche, with readers seeking related titles highlighted in recent coverage.
  • Actor Connor Storrie urged fans to read The Long Game for potential clues, reflecting a broader turn to the books for what might come next.
  • TV Insider reports that Jacob Tierney has signed on to adapt The Long Game for Season 2, with no filming underway yet and a third season not officially announced.