I love bal khabra's writing deeply, she has a way with perfect pacing and I couldn't put this down. I would love to see a little more difference in the stories as all 3 bare resemblance aside from the sports/on ice aspect of course, because I no doubt she can do it

This was such a heartwarming story between two college athletes who find each other after coming to a cross roads in their careers. Bal’s signature sports romance never gets old and her characters are always written so beautifully. I thoroughly enjoyed the banter between Sierra and Dylan, and I found Sierra especially empowering.

Overall, a thoroughly enjoyable story, that’s both fun and easy to read.

Bal Khabra knows how to write romance. I devoured this book.

Dylan is my favourite kind of MMC. I love when we have a player who’s secretly just as messed up and insecure as all the rest of us. We saw such great character development in Dylan throughout this book and I really enjoyed seeing how much he loved Sierra.

Plus hockey player turned figure skater…who doesn’t love that?🥰

Sierra is damaged, a bit broken and so so strong and I loved that about her. These two made a perfect pair and I could not put this book down

4⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this arc in exchange for an honest review.

I had a really fun time with this book! Really loved the characters both individually but also together. Their relationship was so sweet and Dylan was such a good mmc!! Their banter was so well done and I loved the mental health rep!

How cute this was, i had such a lovely time with these impossibly mature college aged characters and the cute building of trust.

Revolve follows the story of Sierra, an ice skater trying to rebuild her confidence and career after a traumatic fall, and Dylan, the hockey team captain who’s forced to confront his own demons after a failed drug test gets him kicked off the team.

While the plot is somewhat predictable, this cosy sports romance shines in its portrayal of emotional resilience, personal growth, and the complexities of family dynamics. Bal Khabra does a great job weaving mental health and second chances into a heartfelt story.

If you enjoyed Collide and Spiral, you’re bound to love this next chapter in the Off the Ice series. It’s another warm, emotionally driven read that fans of the genre will appreciate.

Going a bit full circle here as my first approved book was Spiral and I have been waiting for Revolve ever since...

I wanted so badly to like this one, but I didn’t. With Spiral, I loved the chemistry between our two mains, but as per my previous review, I had issues with some plot points. With this one, I had issues with both. I just couldn’t connect with either characters, and didn’t root for them in the way I would have liked. Our love interest did not make me swoon. He reminded me of a frat boy. And he was, so like you know what, fair, but that isn’t for me anymore. I have had enough of frat boys after spending my early 20s at frat parties. Am I getting old? Maybe.

Will I still continue to read this series? Absolutely. I am weak for a college sport romance. Always will be probably, they are so much fun. This one just didn’t do the trick this time around and that’s fine. I am still excited for the next and will eagerly await it.

I enjoyed this book but it felt very stilted in the overall story. The jump in between chapters felt a bit jarring and the fact it was only over a couple of months made it a little hard to believe all the different events that happened in such a small space of time. I liked both the characters and the side characters were all enjoyable but the story fell a little flat for me.

I couldn’t get into this book, I’m not sure why , it seems like a book I could thoroughly enjoy I couldn’t get my head into it

I really enjoy Bal Khabra’s books, and this one is exceptional. I love the way the author develops the characters, you feel like you really get to know them. This is a fabulous story with just the right amount of spice! Lovely to read and it was so difficult to put down! I already can’t wait for this authors next book!

Dylan has just been named captain of his NCAA hockey team when everything falls apart—he fails a drug test and is suspended. Meanwhile, Sierra is trying to rebuild her life on the ice after a traumatic accident left her without a partner and full of self-doubt. In a bid to redeem himself and reclaim his place on the team, Dylan agrees to partner with Sierra for her next figure skating competition… though she’s far from thrilled about it.

Let me start by saying: I loved the first two books in this series, but I was hesitant going into this one. The hockey player/figure skater trope has never really been my thing, and my last attempt (yes, Icebreaker, I’m talking about you) left me seriously underwhelmed. So, I kept putting this book off—and now I really regret that!

This story is a perfect example of the modern “reformed rake” trope done right. I adored Dylan in the first book and was so excited to see him get his own story. Bal Khabra has a real talent for creating original, layered characters, especially her leading men—so much so that you often forget who you originally shipped them with.

The friendships in this book were a standout for me. And the way trauma is portrayed—deeply personal, sometimes oddly specific—somehow still manages to be entirely relatable. It pulls you in emotionally and makes you feel like you're right there with the characters.

One of the things I appreciated most was how the relationship struggles felt real and grounded. There was no unnecessary “other woman” drama, no overdone third-act breakup—just two flawed people navigating real obstacles. It’s always refreshing when an author avoids those tired clichés.

As always, Bal Khabra leaves me eagerly awaiting the next book. I already have my hopes pinned on a certain character for the next installment, but honestly? Whatever she writes, I know it’ll hit all the right notes and deliver more than I expected.

Tropes:

Hockey player

Figure skater

Reformed rake

Found family

Thanks to the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
“Revolve” is a steamy, emotionally charged sports romance that brings together figure skating and hockey in a way that feels fresh, if a bit tropey at times.
Sierra and Dylan have undeniable chemistry. She's a former Olympic skater battling panic attacks after a traumatic accident, and he's a cocky hockey player on thin ice with his future. Their banter is sharp, their connection electric, and the slow-burn tension on (and off) the ice is a definite highlight.

What I liked:
⛸️The skating scenes were vivid and immersive — I could almost hear the blades on the ice.
⛸️Sierra’s mental health journey was handled with care, and her growth felt genuine.
⛸️Dylan's chaotic energy and emotional vulnerability balanced surprisingly well.

What didn’t fully land for me:
⛸️ Some dialogue felt overly scripted or cliché.
⛸️The pacing dragged a bit in the middle, and the ending felt a little too neat.
⛸️A few side characters felt underdeveloped, though the focus stayed tight on the main duo.

Overall, “Revolve” is a fun, heartfelt romance with an icy edge — perfect for fans of enemies-to-lovers and sports settings. While it didn’t completely blow me away, it definitely left a strong impression and had moments of real emotional depth.

This wasn’t for me. It felt LONG, it was a slog to get through the last 50%, and even though I think lots happened it just felt like it was dragging. I wasn’t fussed about the romance, possibly because I didn’t really like either of the MCs.
I suspect if you enjoyed the other books in this series you’ll enjoy this, but unfortunately I didn’t.

Thanks to Netgalley and Bloomsbury for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I’ve loved all of Bal’s books in this series and this one didn’t disappoint. This did have the least amount of hockey in so I did miss that, but I also enjoyed Sierra and Dylan’s character development.

I didn't think I could fall even more in love with the "Off the Ice" series, but after reading Revolve, I am utterly obsessed! We got so many glimpses of Dylan in Collide and Spiral, so I was so excited to finally read his story.

Dylan has been suspended from the hockey team and will do anything to save his dream of playing in the NHL. Sierra is an Olympic figure skater who is dealing with the mental effects of a traumatic injury, trying to get back to the sport she loves. Her skating partner left her after the injury, and with the end of the season looming, Dylan is the only one who can match her skill on the ice. Working together on the ice, they realise that there is more to the other than the image they are trying to show everyone.

Both Dylan and Sierra hide their true selves from everyone around them. Dylan is the guy who acts like nothing gets to him, who is always there for his friends but doesn't share his own struggles because he doesn't want to be a burden to anyone. Sierra is confident and sassy, though she also uses this to hide some of her insecurities. It was beautiful to see them grow together and as individuals throughout the book, with both of them realising it's okay to be vulnerable with the people you love. With the dual POV, we got such a great insight into both characters, and there were so many moments I just want to give both of them a massive hug! Their relationship was such an incredible slow-burn, not physically, but emotionally. Their banter was also top-tier and made me laugh out loud on multiple occasions. Bal has written an absolute masterpiece that perfectly balances their banter with emotional vulnerability.

I loved their individual character arcs, especially Sierra's. As someone who studied sport psychology, seeing her come back from the injury and dealing with the mental and physical scars to find her confidence again was just so beautifully written.

I could rave on about this book for ages, but the final note I want to make is on the found family. I love that we still get to see Summer, Aidan, Eli and Sage, as well as some of the other characters on the hockey team that we know from previous books. Every single person who appears on the page is so well-rounded, and at this point, I would like a book for every single one of them.

If you can't tell by this review, I would absolutely recommend this book, especially if you enjoy witty banter, slow-burns with spice and amazing character development!

Dylan and Sierra are just perfect but what else would you expect from a Bal Khabra book! Definitely a new favourite Dalton University couple.

Tropes:
•found family
•trauma and mental health representation
•black cat X black cat
•I’ll do anything for her
•figure skater and hockey player
•reformed playboy
•he falls first

Sierra is recovering from a traumatic figure skating injury but is determined to come back stronger than ever. The problem is she doesn’t have a partner to help her qualify.
Dylan has made a big mistake that results in him being suspended from the hockey team and desperate to recapture his dream of playing professional hockey next year.
It is decided that Sierra and Dylan will partner up, much to Sierra’s dismay. The chemistry and constant bickering between the two build through the story. Dylan will do anything for Sienna and Sienna is determined not to rely on anyone. Who will come out victorious in this battle of two very strong personalities?

I have never felt so invested in a couple before. Screaming at them to kiss and rooting for them to win, this book brought up so many emotions in me!
And the spice? Yesssss and that is all.

When Revolve gets release on October 14th, run, don’t walk to the bookshop!

Thank you to the author and to Net Galley for providing me with an e-ARC of this book.

4 ⭐️

This was my favourite of the series so far and Dylan is defo my favourite Off The Ice MMC.

While the basic premise is quite reminiscent of book 1 it was still a really enjoyable read with some quite emotional themes.
I really liked how this story deals with traumatic spots injury and what affect the aftermath can have and how the people around our characters support them unapologetically.

I just loved Dylan and Sierra as a couple, the competition element kept me excited - plus it was nice to have a hockey romance that didn’t centre much around actual hockey!

This is a go-to series for me, and I am PRAYING we get a Kien book next!

Revolve is my fave from the of the ice series so far!!

Bal Khabra does an amazing job of writing a romance with emotional depth and maturity, the balance of banter and seriousness of Sierra and Dylan’s relationship was done so well!

Sierra’s character had a journey of healing from past trauma and learning to love herself whilst being in a relationship too. She was such a raw and authentic character that I connected with her so much as a reader. Also my favourite type of fmc to read about are ones with so much ambition and resilience - Sierra gave all that and more, I really could envision the exact sort of athlete/person she is.

The slow burn between Sierra and Dylan was so fun to read, plus I really appreciated their growth to be better people, not only for their relationship but also for themselves,

Bal Khabra really hits the nail on the head with developing a friendship first then a relationship, I genuinely enjoyed the back and forth of Sierra and Dylan so much, and I finished this book within one sitting.

I also appreciated how this book really goes into detail of the intensity of being an athlete, and balancing that with one’s mental health and wellbeing. Revolve isn’t just a love story, and it felt much deeper than that whilst I was reading it.

If you’ve been wanting to get into sports romances but haven’t been too sure on them, I’d highly recommend this book/ series - Bal Khabra is a new auto buy author for me!

Thank you to NetGalley and Bloomsbury for providing me with an arc for this book - all opinions are my own!

In book 3 of the “Off the ice” series we finally get Dylan’s story. Dylan finds himself in trouble when his drug test comes back positive. Now he’s suspended from the hockey team and his only way back is to team up with Sierra, a figure skater who is recovering from a really bad injury and needs a skating partner in order to qualify for the next season.

Both Dylan and Sierra have scars that they bury deep within their personalities - Dylan turned himself into the life of the party, the one friend you can always count for a good time; whereas Sierra ices everyone out with snark and a no-bullshit attitude.

Dylan is immediately intrigued by Sierra, but as they start working together as skating partners a true friendship flourishes in between their bickering and flirting.

The story really focuses on how traumatic it is for high performance athletes when their body changes , making Sierra’s journey so beautiful and relevant.

Dylan and Sierra have a beautiful love story, finding home in not only one another but also in the most supportive friend group 🥹
Definitely my favourite of the series so far! 💙

Thank you to Bloomsbury Publishing Plc and Bal for the opportunity to read the ARC!

I loved this book. It had the sexy swagger of a hockey romance with the cocky hockey player and his belief in his own coolness and charm, it also had the ice princess of a figure skater to be his foil. Added to this the author added some real depth in the families of the pair and a great gaggle of friends to keep the story plodding onwards and towards a conclusion. The romance is lovely and unexpected at times and the epilogue is incredibly satisfying.