Bal Khabra has one again written an incredibly fun, heartwarming and swoon-worthy romance. This book was an absolute delight to read. Getting to learn more about Dylan after meeting him in Collide was great, and really added a lot of depth to his character. Sierra was also a really great new character in this book and the way she battled with her PTSD from her accident and her anxiety as a result was incredibly raw and realistic.

Both characters had amazing chemistry and the story was so fun to read. Would definitely recommend!

I was so excited to get an ARC for this as Collide was one of my favourite reads last year. Aiden Crawford might have some competition from Dylan Donovan.

Dylan has just been kicked off his college hockey team due to failing a drug test from. At the start he is just your average f-boy student athlete.

Sierra is a a star figure skater left reeling after an accident. She has lost a lot of her confidence and is really struggling with herself.

Circumstances lead to them become an unlikely pairing.

I really connected with Sierra as a character and the feelings she had. Dylan was so supportive and understanding. I really saw a different side to his character. He really matured and grew as a person.

This was a really enjoyable college/sports romance. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

Okay, this book?? So good.
I’m a sucker for a figure skater/hockey player romance, and this one delivered everything—tension, banter, emotional baggage, and so much chemistry on (and off) the ice.
Sierra is trying to make a comeback after a seriously rough fall (literally), and Dylan is the classic bad boy hockey player with way too much pain bottled up. Their dynamic? Chef’s kiss. She’s disciplined and determined, he’s chaotic and cocky—and somehow they just work.
Some highlights:
✔️ Enemies-ish to lovers
✔️ Training together = all the forced proximity goodness
✔️ Banter for days
✔️ Emotional growth that hit hard
✔️ That slow-burn tension?? Whew.
I loved seeing both characters grow and help each other heal without it feeling too insta-fix. Dylan’s messy family backstory made me want to hug him forever, and Sierra’s strength after everything she’s been through? So inspiring.
If you’re into sports romance with heart, angst, and top-tier chemistry, you’ll fly through this one. Definitely a new fave.

Revolve is the 3rd installment in the “Off the Ice” series. It follows Dylan Donovan from the friend group where he meets Ice Skater Sierra and their journeys intertwine.

I went into this book with an open mind. I wasn’t the biggest fan of Collide as I felt Summer was very rude but my opinion changed on the series when I read the ARC of Spiral and I gave it 5⭐️. I’m so glad I did. Dylan was one of my favourite side characters in the other books and I was excited to read his book. Sierra gives black cat vibes which I usually don’t like in a book but she is in no way rude and that dynamic works so well with Dylan’s personality.

This book is a lot spicier than the other ones, this is due to Dylan’s “playboy” personality. He’s very confident in himself and loves talking openly about sex. There was also the PERFECT opportunity for a lil mask play which didn’t pan out but would’ve really worked with the scene. Was even a lil ice cube play which was HOT👀.

I loved the descriptions of the characters. The way Dylan speaks about Sierra is so beautiful and the fact “he falls first” is one of the tropes perfectly ties in even though he has a “playboy” personality.

I loved Kian in this book and really hope his book is next😭. I do wish Eli and Sage were more present in this book as they were only briefly mentioned once or twice whereas Aiden and Summer were often in it. The friendships in this book were so lovely to read about.

I can honestly say my opinion on this series has been turned around and I am looking forward to future books!

4⭐️
3.5🌶️

Another brilliant romance that captivates you from start to finish. Relatable characters who you want all the best things for and just enough spice.

Bal Khabra has done it again- this book was an absolute delight, and I could not read it fast enough! I loved the main characters. Sierra is a force—fierce, determined, and brave enough to confront her past head-on. Watching her grow and come out stronger made her story incredibly powerful and you could not help but love her. And then there’s Dylan. The misunderstood bad boy with just the perfect of charm and edge. He reminded me so much of Dean Di Laurentis (in all the best ways!), but he’s also his own person and is just an absolute sweetheart underneath it all.

I’m such an ice hockey romance girlie and I can confidently say that Revolve does the genre so much justice. I was surprised by how much I enjoyed and became so invested I became in the figure skating aspect- it added so much to the plot and was a really beautiful way for Sierra and Dylan to let their guards down and start to heal both individually and together.

Revolve was FULL of tension and spice- in the most balanced and kicking your feet and giggling type of way. Dylan? SWOON!! Revolve hits in all the right palaces and I’m just sad its over.

Thank you so much to Bloomsbury and NetGalley for this digital ARC <3

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Bloomsbury Publishing for this eARC!

I loved this book with all my heart. Literally perfect — it’s hands down my favourite in the series so far. FIGURE SKATER X HOCKEY PLAYER come onnnnnnn that is my bread and butter hahahahahhahaha We're talking about probably on of my top romances this year.

Sierra and Dylan felt so real together. Their relationship developed at a great pace — never rushed — and their banter was delicious. Every time Sierra called Dylan "asshole" he responded with "brat"; like come on hahaha. I especially appreciated Sierra’s resilience. Her mental and emotional healing wasn’t a straight path, and seeing her struggle with doubts about her career and herself felt honest and raw. A great anxiety rep to be honest as well.

And Dylan? My heart melted at how he never shied away from her “bitchy” side — he gave her space to put up walls while gently chipping away at them. It was equally beautiful to see Sierra look past Dylan’s “fuck-up” reputation and truly believe in him. Watching them push each other to grow and care for one another was everything I hoped for in this book.
Oh and lets not forget the spice.... safe, healing and HOT.

Ugh, just so, so good. I can’t wait to see what Bal Khabra writes next! Secretly praying for Kian's book 👀

P.s. the epilogue will always get me 😭 the found family is incredible ugh

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

Firstly, the only critic I have is that there were quite a few grammatical and sentence errors. But I both at will be fixed before publication.

Sierra is a perfect FMC. She has the confidence but also an intriguing vulnerability to her.
She overcame her struggles with physical and mental health.

Dylan was a surprise. Not your typical hockey boy, he really shone when he was on the ice with Sierra.

With their love to hate relationship then blossoming into something more, this story really keeps you on your toes.

So much happened towards the end of this book. Many twists and some unexpected turns, this story has become one of my favourite sports romance books of the year.

Dylan and Sierra are definitely my favourite couple from this series! I loved reading their story and seeing all their friends through out the book! I adore Kian and the more I read about him the more l love him!! I hope he gets a book soon

This book has everything you need for an ice hockey romance and more!

Thankyou to NetGalley for this amazing Arc!

☆ 4.5 stars

"I love you, Sierra. On your darkest days, the good days, and all the ones in between. Show me your worst, baby, and I’ll show you just how far my heart can stretch for you."

📖 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭: 416 pages
👤 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫: Bal Khabra
🏢 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫: Bloomsbury Publishing
📅 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞: 14 October 2025

What you can expect:
— Adult Contemporary College Sports Romance
— First Person X Dual POV
— Hockey Player X Figure Skater
— Opposites Attract
— Black Cat X Golden Retriever
— Forced Proximity
— Skating Partners
— Found Family
— Reformed Playboy
— 'Good Boy/Girl'
— Mental Health Representation

𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲:
Revolve is the third instalment in the Off the Ice series by author Bal Khabra. For full transparency I was invited by the author to beta read this title back in February, however as that was an unfinished manuscript my review will only be in reference to the eARC that I have acquired on NetGalley from the publisher. I truly believe that this is Khabra's strongest book yet as she continues to strengthen and refine her distinctive narrative voice which brings the promise of a variety of laugh-out-loud moments that combines with vulnerable declarations that help deepen your emotional connection to the story being foretold. The compelling journey that we follow our main characters on is rich in emotional exploration and development as we get to witness their maturity build chapter by chapter. I'm not kidding when I say that I don't think I've ever highlighted a book as much as I have this one. There's not a single chapter in existence that didn't find me wanting to highlight at least two pieces of dialogue, and I just know it's going to take some time to transfer them all over from my eARC to the finished copy upon release... which is definitely a positive problem to find yourself in possession of. I found this book to feel well balanced in its pace with character development being at the forefront of the story from beginning to end with every page being utilised with full intent. I genuinely never wanted to put my kindle down as I found myself utterly immersed into story with an unwillingness to put it down. The instantaneous chemistry promises a delicious romantic slow burn development between two stubborn individuals that will do everything they can to fight against the inevitable as they battle against their own inner struggles. The endearing cast of characters that we have grown to love from the beginning of the series continue to strengthen their existing found family dynamic with iconic and unmissable appearances that leave the reader yearning for more. The mental health representation felt very well-written with the utmost respect and care by the author as this introduces deeper and more intimate conversations that help drive our characters forward. Revolve is easily my favourite book of the series this far and I've had a wonderful time getting to follow the author on her journey from an indie debut into the trad-published writer that she is now. I'm very excited for the future of the series based on the remaining characters that are yet to be explored as the focal in their own books... and there's no denying that I have a clear preference towards who I hope will be next. That being said, I do believe that I may have found some potential easter eggs that hint towards a future couple in the series? If I'm right then you can count me in, because who doesn't love a hate-to-love dynamic? I do, anyway.

𝐏𝐥𝐨𝐭:
I was unexplainably thrilled by the early premise of Revolve as it immediately brought my childhood obsession with figure skating back to the forefront of my mind as an adult who has long moved past that youthful fixation. I was that child sitting in front of the TV as I consumed every form of figure skating media that I could get my hands on, so there was no doubt in my mind that I highly anticipated falling in-love with the plotline that sets out to be explored throughout this book. Add in the sizzling dynamics between a figure skater and a hockey player with emotional complexities to be explored... well there's really no surprise how desperate I felt to get my hands on a copy of this book as early as physically possible. I really enjoyed getting to witness the earlier moments throughout the book as we join Sierra and Dylan at the beginning of their tumultuous partnership where trust is weak and tensions are high. I loved getting to explore some of the technicalities and terminology surrounding figure skating as a sport and getting to see the impact that such a high-pressure environment can weigh on an athlete. The scenes showcasing the skating gradually begins to lessen as the plot shifts to become more character-focused which I personally think was well-suited to the book in its intent as this enabled more time to explore and further develop both characters on a deeper level. I loved being granted a more intimate insight into the backstory of both main characters as this helped to aid and drive the plot forward, and overall I found the plot to feel well-balanced in its exploration from start-to-finish.

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬:
Sierra Romanova was such an emotionally complex character that I felt the greatest joy getting to explore as we are introduced to her during some of the lowest moments in her life. I really sympathised with Sierra's character as it becomes clear very early in the story how misguided and mistreated she has been by her former skating partner, Justin, and the deep-rooted issues that has imbedded into her mind in the aftermath of the traumatic accident that has left both physical and mental scars that remain a constant reminder of her experience. Diving into her struggles really opened up Sierra's character as it enabled me as a reader to fully understand her actions and the circumstances surrounding the difficulties that we see her face. Nobody can self-sabotage more efficiently than she can, but ultimately there is a lot of power to be found in being introduced to a character at their lowest and being able to follow their journey towards strength and healing. It broke my heart to realise just how little Sierra thought of herself and the lack of value that she believed she has to offer to the people around her. She's the type of woman who gives everything she has to the people around her, no questions asked, whilst refusing to ask for nor expect anything in return. Sierra often clings to the supposed negative attributes to her character as a form of self-defence and protection which hurt my soul because there is so much more to her personality than the narrative that other people have created on her behalf. Her flaws helped Sierra feel more relatable for me with how authentic and real those attributes were written, and I had the best time getting to witness her character learn how to fall in-love with herself all over again through time and patience. Sierra is such a strong-willed and determined young woman who refuses to let her trauma and PTSD dictate what she can and cannot do. Her mental health journey was very well-written in its consistency and I loved that at no point in the story does Sierra wake up and find herself 'healed' from this recurring experience. This is something that is explored and further developed throughout her entire healing journey and I was thrilled to see the authenticity surrounding the complexities of mental health in all of its highs and all of its lows. Getting to watch Sierra learn how to lower her once impenetrable emotional walls with the dependable support system found from the community of love and friendship that comes her way makes her journey feel all the more rewarding, and it was wonderful to see her true personality shine the more comfortable she began to feel. My favourite attribute to Sierra's character was the realisation that she was never the problem, and what is deemed unlikeable qualities for some may make her the favourite person of another. Her progression towards self-love and acceptance is slow yet steady, and I felt genuine pride for the strong woman that fought for herself and the life that she wants for herself through to the end.

Dylan Donovan is known for his reputation around campus as the ice hockey-playing playboy that is the life of the party and a guaranteed good time. When his personal issues drive him towards making the wrong choice that leads to his suspension from the sport that is deeply engraved into his identity, Dylan finds himself questioning everything in his confusion around what's supposed to come next for him. There's no denying that Dylan is a character that was desperately in need of the reality check that opened his eyes to his past behaviour and the impact that his actions have had for not only himself but also the people he's closest to. I really felt for his character as it became clear how lost and adrift he felt without the one constant that he has always relied on as a means of security in his life: hockey. However, I really believe being forced to take a step back was a pivotal moment in Dylan's development as it widened his world to experiences outside of the sport that consumed his entire existence. I loved getting to see his character mature over time as his true personality began to shine through the easy-going persona that he has used to mask his true feeling and inner turmoil. It was great getting to see Dylan's character evolution as he learned how to be more open about his emotions and the strength to be found in leaning into the support that your loved ones willingly offer. I'll always be weak for the found family aspect that is often written into a sports team dynamic, and there's no denying that the friendship that is found between Dylan and his teammates is no different in its exploration. It was beautiful to see a group of men who openly encourage the expression of emotions without judgement or toxicity. The friendship group all genuinely care about and share love for one another through the good and the bad... and I loved getting to see this in action as they all rallied around Dylan when he needed them the most. Dylan greatly struggles with opening up to others and often worries that his own needs make him a burden to the people in his life which honestly hurt my heart because it's a sentiment that I suspect many readers can find themselves relating to, and it actually felt healing to see his character continuously loved and supported no matter what choices he made. I loved getting to experience Dylan's quick-wit and humour just as much as his deeply emotional and vulnerable side that slowly made more of an appearance the deeper that he fell, and I appreciated being granted a deeper insight into the family dynamics that has largely shaped him into the character that we are initially introduced to. It was completely understandable to me why Dylan favoured brief experiences of lust rather than allowing himself to consider making a deeper connection with somebody he might care about, and there's no denying that I felt genuine pride for his willingness to take a chance on something that absolutely terrified him. Dylan is an 'all in' kind of man that gives everything that he has to offer of himself into everything that he commits to... and there's no denying how much I enjoyed seeing this in action as a romantic partner. I adored every moment of Dylan's journey and I felt immense pride for the work that he dedicated towards his own growth and journey towards healing. I really hope more readers fall in love with Dylan as much as I have, because he's definitely a character that is memorable and will leave an impact on the reader after finishing the book.

𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:
I knew that Sierra and Dylan were meant to be from the moment they collided at the party scene which left me smiling so hard from their witty and banter-filled dialogue. The chemistry and sexual attraction was instantaneous from both sides which created this delicious 'will they, won't they?' dynamic as both Dylan and Sierra stubbornly do everything they can to renounce their undeniable connection. I genuinely loved the idea that both characters find themselves in a professional partnership as figure skaters because you cannot succeed in pairs without trust. Trust and respect needs to be at the root of any lasting relationship so I found their forced proximity to act as the perfect foundation towards building a friendship that leads towards romantic exploration. I found it really unique to explore just how differently Sierra and Dylan express love and care without undermining the other. The way Sierra expresses her love through actions spoke volumes through her journey as a woman who struggles with verbalising her own wants and needs. I loved that she is the kind of woman who quietly observes the people around her to take note of what's perhaps being left unsaid, and acting upon those needs without ever being asked. Her love is quieter yet no less significant, and it was beautiful to witness this unfurl over time as she found safety and security in a partner that was a constant support from the very beginning. Dylan's love felt bolder in action as he said 'f— you' to the fears that were determined to render him silent. His expression of love evolved into a man secure enough in himself to express his emotions vocally with confidence and I cannot even begin to count how many highlights I have saved of this man and his wholesome dialogue. The way he supports and rationalises Sierra's fears in the aftermath of her injury was everything that I had hoped and needed to see, and I really appreciated how committed to he was to learn and grow as an individual which in-turn would enable him to be a better partner. Sierra and Dylan are the kind of opposites that are complimentary and undeniable in how well they fit. Their journey is far from easy as both characters face personal struggles which seeps into the relationship that they're building towards, however what helped keep them strong throughout their struggles was the constant effort towards communication. They don't always get it right, but what makes them such a strong couple is their refusal to give up and the belief in the life that they're trying to build towards. The soft and tender moments felt very well balanced amongst the heat that may leave you fanning your face in disbelief at the chemistry that explodes through the pages. Dylan and Sierra were such a wonderful couple to explore throughout the book and have easily found themselves being my favourite couple of the series due to the struggles and authenticity of their journey, and I couldn't be happier with how their journey ends as the story concludes.

𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:
This was a really strong instalment from Khabra which has solidified Revolve as my favourite of the series thus far. I never really considered loving a couple more than I loved Summer and Aiden... but there's no denying how quickly Sierra and Dylan secured the top spot like the competitive athletes that they are. Their exploration was written to perfection and I cannot wait to see what comes next for the Off the Ice series... and I think we're all in agreement about who we hope will be next to take centre stage. Kian is the classic class clown who I highly suspect has many hidden depths waiting to be explored, so I'm desperately manifesting that he will be the focus in the next book.

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐀𝐑𝐂 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲.

Is this my favorite of the three books so far... Maybe... Did I have an amazing time, it was fantastic!

I loved this book another hockey romance with a twist this time... Felt familiar and different in a few ways. If you liked collide and spiral you will like this.


Will Kians book be next? I hope so! This series has me wanting more!

This plot was an interesting one to me, and it kept me engaged throughout the book. It was refreshing where Dylan ended up as a character, as I feel like it’s something we rarely see in a sports romance. I do wish there had been more focus on the sports side of the plot, however.

Unfortunately, this was probably the least enjoyable of this series so far to me, almost exclusively because I really didn’t enjoy Dylan as a character. His attitude and behaviour annoyed me for most of the book, and I felt like he and Sierra didn’t have much chemistry as other couples in the series.

First of all thank you for approving my request!

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.

5 stars no notes. Stunning. Just what I wanted and needed. So fun had me giggling kicking my feet!!!!! Thank you so much for this arc!!!! Love this author so much

Revolve, is the next installment of the Off the Ice series, and I can’t stop stress how much I love this series! This sports romance features Dylan, a former ice hockey player and Sierra, a figure skater, who are forced to partner together on the ice.
The chemistry between the characters was palpable and boy did they make me blush. And the banter, the banter they shared was *chefs kiss* it had me smiling like Cheshire and it felt genuine to these characters. I really loved how their story unfolded, especially since he falls for her first—I enjoyed that dynamic, especially watching him evolve and reform his playboy image.
The theme of found family is also beautifully woven into the story. You get to see how the characters support one another, which adds a lovely emotional layer to the narrative.

Khabra has this wonderful way of capturing the raw emotions of the characters, making their struggles with mental health and relationships feel authentic and heartfelt. It’s not just a sports romance; it’s layered with depth that truly resonates.

If you’re a fan of sports romances or just looking for something with great character development, "Revolve" is absolutely one to check out. It’s a fun read that hits you right in the feels. Definitely recommend the Off the Ice series and can't wait to read more! Keeping my fingers crossed for the next book to be Kian 'the cat daddy' Ishida's story.

⋆˚࿔ i wish i could read it for the first time all over again because this book is unforgettable! easily the best book i’ve ever read. i genuinely wish i could turn back time just to experience it all over again. every chapter had me hooked and i truly enjoyed every single moment of it.

sierra stole my heart. her journey through healing from struggling with her body image to navigating the pain of her ice skating past was written so well. and then there’s dylan. the typical college jock who parties and hookups with every girl until he meets sierra. he completely shattered my expectations and climbed his way to the top of my book boyfriend list lol. like the way he was there for sierra during her anxiety attacks felt so gentle and genuine. the scene where sierra knits gloves for him because he doesn’t wear any on the rink, when dylan says he doesn’t like his birthday but sierra gets him to like it because she does something special for him. those moments scream pure love. and please, that dance scene on the porch to "Wondering Why" by The Red Clay Strays was utterly swoonworthy. sweet, tender and so cinematic.

what made their relationship so special for me was the chemistry and banter. it flowed from playful and flirty to deeply emotional in such a natural way. their connection grew naturally. also their intimate scenes were surprisingly spicy (in the best way) but still felt real and meaningful. like i wasn’t expecting that from sierra haha but it worked perfectly with her growth and trust in dylan. they both are just so in love from the way they care for each other and all.

eventhough this is book 3 in a series, it works perfectly as a standalone. you won’t feel lost if you haven’t read the first two books which i really appreciated because sometimes you just want to jump into that one book without any homework.

Thank you to Bal Khabra, Bloomsbury Publishing & Net Galley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!

I was so excited to be given this e-Arc, so firstly a huge thank you to Bloomsbury Publishing Plc.

This has to be my favourite book out of the Off the Ice series. Our main man is hot headed, cocky hockey player Dylan, who all the ladies love…. including me, I’m actually first in line! The things that this man says had me kicking my feet so much. Am I wanting to say he’s one of my fav MMCs this year, yes, do I say this about every MMC I read, also yes.

Our girl is ice skater Sierra, who after a traumatic fall on the ice, needs lots of TLC and somebody who will help piece her confidence back together. Sierra is a really sweet, and I really liked her, and her fondness for knitting winter accessories when she’s stressed.

This story was just so heartwarming, I really enjoyed every second of it and it’s a huge 5 stars from me. If you’ve read book 1 and 2 of the Off the Ice series, all our usual favourites are there including Aidan, Summer. My standout favourite character for this book is Kian, and I really hope he gets his own story next… please Bal Khabra… and thanks!

Thank you to Bloomsbury Publishing Plc (UK & ANZ) and NetGalley for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Forgive me, but I didn’t remember who Dylan was, but I had a good time with this, and I really enjoyed this more than I did with Spiral.

It did take me a little while just to warm up and kind of get a feel for things and to begin with Dylan playing into the stereotype of the cocky, playboy, hockey player. He had been acting out over his parents toxic relationship for awhile, and when he fails a drug test, he gets kicks off the team.

In order to reinstate him back into hockey he is given a lifeline where he’s paired up with Sierra, who is a figure skater.

Did this have small similarities to Icebreaker, yeah, kinda, but it was different also in its own right and story.

It was also quite heavy on the emotional trauma that was shown from both Sierra and Dylan. I will say that they also spent quite a lot of time in their head just with their own personal traumas insecurities; Sierra especially.

Something that I have noticed with this author (and I’m not sure if it’s just me) but is how she portrays the leading female character; they’re very layered individuals, who have a level of insecurity and it isn’t until the MMC comes along, which they see how they viewed in another person‘s eyes; take for example; Summer hating hockey because of her dad, and Aiden being a hockey player, she fearing that he would choose hockey over her and not put her first. Sage being abandoned by her parents at a young age, and having to raise her younger brother, and fearing Eli would do the same. Sierra being abandoned and discarded by her old skating partner; Dylan giving up hockey, which in itself felt abit left field, and thus fearing he would do turnout to be like her ex’s partner; it’s almost like they’re coasting until they hear of another perspective of themselves. I can’t quite explain it, how flaky it sometimes comes across.

Towards the end the pacing was a little rocky, for me, at least; touching on Dylan decided to give up hockey, having played it for so long, and quite literally being his life, and now something that he wants to now give up; I think he described it as something as doing it out of a reaction because his dad didn’t like it, which again just kind of goes back to the whole toxic environment only with his father, and just with the whole parents situation. And also his parents vow renewal ceremony. That whole conflict didn’t quite make sense to me. Oh, and there was an injury that Dylan sustained right before he was to be competing with Sierra, again, it didn’t really make sense and felt glossed over.

Nonetheless, I did like the romantic aspect that developed between Dylan and Sierra, for never being someone’s boyfriend before, he done very well! It looks that maybe, Scarlett and Kian’s book may be next, and they sound very intriguing; coach’s daughter and hockey player! I’m very curious about seeing how that’ll pan out as I’m sure Kilner won’t be very happy! 😂

I’ve read every book in the Off the Ice series and Revolve is hands down my favourite. No question. Dylan Donovan has officially claimed his spot as one of my favourite hockey romance MMCs ever! He is flirty, soft, and lowkey a hopeless romantic and I LOVED HIM for it.

This one follows Sierra Romanova, a figure skating legend recovering from a brutal injury, and dylan our hockey’s resident bad boy with a mouth that doesn’t quit and a past that keeps him benched. When Sierra needs a partner to get back on the ice, Dylan volunteers… and their chemistry is everything.

It’s got all the tropes I eat up:
❄️ Ice skater x hockey player
🖤 Black cat x black cat energy
🏒 He falls first
💬 Peak banter
🧠 Real mental health rep
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Found family

Bal Khabra’s writing is just so fun, witty, snappy, and emotionally layered without ever feeling too heavy. She handled topics like panic attacks and emotional burnout so well, especially through Sierra. Their emotional journeys were messy and real, which added so much depth to the romance.

Also the cameos?? I loved seeing Summer, Kian, and Aiden again it made the world feel connected and lived-in. And don’t get me started on the soft moments: movie nights, Tangled references


Please. I’m begging. Give us Kian’s book next 😭

Thank you to NetGalley and the Bloomsbury for the eARC!

Revolve is a slow-burn kind of story that brings together two talented skaters who have a lot to prove to both themselves and each other.

Initially, it took me some time to warm to Sierra. It seemed like straight off the bat she’d decided she didn’t like Dylan without even giving him a chance. But as the story unfolded, her guarded nature and past trauma made this more understandable. Dylan, on the other hand, had me from the start. He’s the friend that’s the life of the party, always ready to get into some kind of mischief when in reality he’s trying to stay light out on the outside while everything is heavy on the inside.

When a failed drug test has Dylan suspended from his NCAA hockey team and threatens his future, he returns to his roots. Figure skating. Sierra, who’s returning to the ice after a near career-ending injury, is less than pleased to be paired up with someone she only sees as a hockey player.

Their relationship builds slowly and naturally. They earn each others trust, move past their pain and learn that to love someone else, they have to heal the person they are. They learn they don’t have to do that alone.

A couple of things I’d wished were slightly different: Sierra’s parents were quite involved at the beginning, and I wished we seen more of them and how their own concerns change as Sierra gets stronger. Secondly, Dylan’s family arc felt rushed.

Overall I loved the main characters and how their relationship developed and I really loved the side characters too. I need Kian to have his own book.