I loved this
It was cute and fun, Bal Khabra's writing is so good... it's an easy digestible fun read that acts as a great palate cleanser.

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The authors writing style had me hooked throughout this book.

I didn't want it to end, a book I really couldn't put down.

I'm obsessed! I loved this book so much! The tension and yearning was amazing and I adored the couple so much!

4.25 stars
Even though I've still to read Collide (it's currently staring at me from my bookshelf), I was really excited to pick this up. And it was a such a treat.
This isn't just your typical romance with little character development. Yes, there is chemistry between the two but there's also friendship and respect for one another, which drew me in that much more.
It's not necessarily instalove/lust, but it is quite close. However, it didn't bother me or not work in this instance.
I also loved that there wasn't a third act breakup, just for the sake of it, or ongoing miscommunication.
I can't wait to go back and read Collide and look forward to seeing what Bal Khabra does next.
Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a fun read! I really appreciated that the third act breakup came earlier in the book than usual, so the couple could work through issues together, more books need to do this!! The pacing in the first quarter was a bit rushed, but I still loved the book. Highly recommend

Aaahhhhhh I loved Eli and Sage, the chemistry, and the banter was perfect. Both characters had traumatic backgrounds and I liked how it played out on the page and how they supported each other. I also really enjoyed the dance content and added drama.
The epilogue was a great finish.
I personally really appreciated the mention of Sages Moroccan heritage.
I'm excited to go back and read Collide.

Bal has done it again with Spiral. What's not to love about a fake dating-to-lovers trope! Elias and Sage were brilliant together and I loved every minute of their interactions.

4.5 ⭐️

I loved the first book in the series, but this one has managed to surpass it! A quick, lively, and engaging read, with two wonderful protagonists, a sizzling romance, and serious topics handled with sensitivity!

This was so cute! I loved the relationship at the centre of the book and exploration of topics not really covered in the romance genre. Will look forward to book 3!

I loveeeee these type of romance novels. they are such a feel good while hitting serious topics. Bal Khabra is gonna be an auto buy for me, I can tell!

4.5 stars

Hockey star Elias Westbrook is drowning in media attention, while ballerina Sage Beaumont struggles to get noticed. When an opportunity arises for them to fake-date for mutual benefit, they strike a deal. But as their pretend romance starts feeling real, their carefully drawn lines blur.

Spiral by Bal Khabra was SO good! Last year, I read Collide after seeing all the hype on Italian Bookstagram, and while I really liked it, I think I loved Spiral even more. Bal Khabra writes golden-boy characters so well, and I’m completely obsessed! This book was the perfect mix of cute and fun—no unnecessary drama, no annoying miscommunication, just good vibes. A ballerina and a hockey player? Say less, I’m in! I can’t wait to read more in this series because there are so many characters I need to know more about!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)
A tense and emotionally raw debut that pulls you into the mind of a character on the edge. Bal Khabra explores mental health, family pressure, and identity in a narrative that spirals inward with intensity and honesty. The structure is bold and fragmented, mirroring the protagonist’s inner world, and the result is both unsettling and powerful. A brave and important read.

Spiral is a delightful fusion of sports romance and the world of ballet following Elias Westbrok, a rookie for the Toronto Thunder hockey team, and Sage Beaumont, an aspiring ballerina aiming to join the prestigious Aurora Ballet. Their paths cross at a charity auction, leading to a mutually beneficial fake dating arrangement. However, as their relationship deepens, the lines between whats fake and reality begin to blur, resulting in a slow-burn romance.

Khabra's writing has improved a lot and this book shows a lot more character development and pacing. The chemistry between Elias and Sage and the found family combined with the personal challenges faced by both just adds to the story making it more than just a romance.

I enjoyed Collide and I was pleasantly surprised to find that I enjoyed Spiral even more! This book really scratches that sports romance itch and I enjoyed the ballet element of it.

I read Collide by Bal Khabra the middle of last year and didn't think that I could love the characters more.. and then there was Spiral. I'm sorry Summer and Aiden.. you have been replaced at the top! I love Ellis and Sage with my whole entire heart, and being on their journey with them was so so special. Also anything that involves Fake Dating is always gonna be a 1000000 stars rating!!

I read a lot of hockey romance and this one hit the spot for a craving but wasn’t ’blow your socks off’ good. I liked the ballerina angle, it was a nice change from my usual read.

This was fine. As with Collide, it was a fun time but did nothing special. I liked the characters, the writing was fine. I'm not sure if I'll continue the series to be honest. These are good for palette cleansers but I don't LOVE them.

I loved this book so so much. First of Hockey x ballerina was a trope I didn't know i would love as much as I did. I love a fake dating trope and oh boy was this done good. I really related to sage and not letting anyone take care of her. While there is spice and I LOVE the spice the romance is what made this book so perfect. Also, I love any book that doesn't have a third act break up so this immediately got bonus points.

3.5/5 ⭐️ I really enjoyed the first book Collide in Bal Khabra’s Off Ice series and was excited to read the last book.

Spiral is a cute fake dating hockey romance. The characters Elias and Sage are really likeable and I found myself not able to put the book down.

I felt the ending was a little rushed and would have liked a wee bit more about Nina.

Overall a great read and I can’t wait for the next in the series.

Ahhh just loved this book!
Could not put it down, loved Collide too! Must read!
Definitely becoming a favourite author of mine.