6 Steamy Tennis Romance Books to Turn Up the Heat
There are some sports that just hit differently during the summer. No, not basketball or football. Not even soccer. But tennis.
With the popularity of pickleball and Challengers, tennis is on everyone's radar, and books are no exception. Below, discover six steamy romances to enjoy with these racket-yielding athletes.
Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Upon retirement, Carrie Soto is the No. 1 tennis player in the world. That's no surprise. She has dedicated her entire life to this. Until hot, fresh player Nicki Chan breaks Carrie's world record. In a last hurrah, Carrie decides to return to the sport at 37 to reclaim her title—even if it means she has to train with her former flame, Bowe Huntley.
Backhanded Compliments by Katie Chandler
With the help of her father and coach, Juliette Ricci is determined to win the world title. However, that also means she has to play her vicious opponent, Luca Kacic, who never has an issue hurling snide comments. But when the two shake hands, they notice their names appear on each other's wrist. And that can only mean one thing: they're actually soulmates.
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Match Point by Katherine Reilly
Summer has returned in London, which means Wimbledon is here, and no one in England can stop gossiping about Kieran O'Sullivan, the total bad boy of tennis with one last chance to win a Grand Slam.
Flora Hendrix can't be bothered with the chatter. In fact, she is renting out her flat to escape. But when her plans fall through, she is forced to stay with her house guest—none other than Kieran himself.
40-Love by Olivia Dade
Oh, no! Tess Dunn has lost her bikini top in the unruly ocean. Thankfully, total gentle Lucas Karlsson is here to save the day. After sparks fly, Tess learns that Lucas is a former tennis pro-athlete and willing to offer lessons. But as an older woman, will Tess be willing to accept Lucas's advances?
After Wimbledon by Jennifer Gilby Roberts
Lucy Bennett has spent her entire life playing tennis, and she's had enough. Her spinning head removes her from a longtime relationship and places her into the arms of Sam, her crush and the nemesis of her ex. It's only expected that the Wimbledon championship will bring a bevy of chaos for this trio of professional players.
Clean Point by Meg Jones
Everyone believes Scottie Sinclair is a cheat, instantly tarnishing her reputation as a world-class tennis prodigy. Meanwhile, Nico Kotas has reigned as the star of the sport until an injury takes him out. But when he finally recovers, he's ready to earn one last time, and his coach has the perfect opponent: Scottie.
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