I swear next book rec blog I’ll give you something other than hockey romance (if you wanna see my hockey romance recs you can check those out here) but if there’s one thing I love it’s MM hockey romance. It’s the same cocky alpha male vibe but doubled and it’s an incredible experience to get to know the two MMCs and then watch them desperately fall for each other. It takes the vulnerability we all love from the romance genre and intensifies it. If you haven’t dabbled with MM romance in general I HIGHLY recommend you do so because I can almost guarantee it’ll turn into an obsession. When I tell you I had the hardest time choosing just five MM hockey romances to recommend to you guys I mean I was struggling hard so just know there will be many more of these recs to come in the future!
Gravity by Tal Bauer
Main Tropes: Bi/Gay Awakening, Friends-to-Lovers, Stand Alone Read, NHL Hockey
“I will spend eternity. Figuring out how to take the stars from the sky. And spread them like sand scattered at your feet.”
Gravity is a standalone book but set in the same universe as The Rest of the Story. Bryce Michel is an NHL superstar while Hunter Lacey is just your average NHL player. Did I mention that Bryce is Hunter’s NHL hero? When they both are invited to All-Stars weekend a simple hello turns into spending extra time together off the ice. Bryce has always pushed down his feelings and desires keeping his focus fully on hockey until he can’t resist the sight of Hunter’s lips any longer. But they could never work they’re both in the NHL and on different teams, literally and sexually. Will All-Stars weekend be the end of Bryce and Hunter?
Hidden Scars (Darby U Hockey BOys Series) By Andi Jaxon
Main Tropes: Enemies-to-Lovers, Forced Proximity/Roommates, Hurt/Comfort *TRIGGER WARNINGS, College Hockey
“There was something about you from the very beginning that called to me, that told me I needed you just as much as you would need me.”
I want to start this off with a warning that if you have any triggers ensure you check before starting this book. I’m not gonna lie it hurts, but it hurts so good. Just be aware and take care of your mental health first. If this book isn’t for you there are plenty of others on this list!
Hidden Scars is part of the Darby U Hockey Boys series but can be read as a standalone. Jeremy Albrooke discovers he’s rooming with aggressively closed-off Charles Preston Carmichael who also happens to be the newest member of their college hockey team. Preston isn’t afraid to tell everyone what they’re doing wrong at each and every moment, especially Jeremy, but there’s something about Preston that keeps Jeremy watching. There’s a darkness behind the front he puts up for the world and a secret that Jeremy is desperate to discover. After Preston returns to their dorm after a weekend away shattered and a shell Jeremy can’t help but be the person he thinks Preston Carmichael desperately needs. Will Jeremy be able to save Preston from destruction or will they both go up in flames?
Blurred Lines (Darby U Hockey Boys Series) by Andi Jaxon
Main Tropes: Friends-to-Lovers, Forced Proximity/Roommates, Puppy Dog Energy, College Hockey
“I love him but I’m afraid. Afraid I’m not enough to make him stay. Afraid he’ll rip my heart out.”
Blurred Lines is part of the Darby U Hockey Boys series but can be read as a standalone. Paul is straight (DELETE THIS) Brendon and Paul have been best friends for years. Paul has also been secretly in love with Brendon for years and the only problem is that Brendon is convinced that Paul is straight. Afraid to reveal his secret feelings for his best friend Paul has created lines that blur more and more each time he gives into Brendon’s need for physical touch and cuddles. Paul isn’t sure he’s enough but he’s the only person who gets to see Brendon’s mask drop. Will these best friends be able to overcome their fears and reveal their feelings for each other?
Irresponsible Puckboy (Puckboys Series) by Eden Finley & Saxon James
Main Tropes: Friends-to-Lovers, Golden Retriever MMC, Fake Marriage, NHL Hockey
“I’m dumb a lot of the time, but the best dumb decision I ever made was marrying you.”
Irresponsible Puckboy is part of the Puckboys series but can be read as a standalone. Tripp has been pining over his straight best friend Dex for years and after finding himself exhausted decides he needs to take a break from Dex to protect his own mental well-being, that is until Dex’s current relationship falls apart and he goes running to Tripp for comfort and cuddles. Dex is used to everyone making fun of him for being the dumb one. He’s perfectly happy with his NHL hockey career and his best friend Tripp, but his fear of commitment causes his relationship to implode and when his ex-girlfriend calls him irresponsible he’s desperate to prove he’s not as dumb as everyone thinks. Unfortunately, his plan to conquer his fear of commitment turns into a PR nightmare and could result in him losing the only person he’s ever cared for. How will Tripp cope with his feelings and how will Dex save his friendship with Tripp?
Goal Lines & First Times (CU Hockey Series) By Eden Finley & Saxon James
Main Tropes: Demi/Bi Awakening, Online Dating, Slow-Burn, College Hockey
“You were more important to me than any game.”
Goal Lines & First Times is part of the CU Hockey Series but can be read as a standalone. Cohen and Seth both find themselves confused about their sexuality. Cohen assumed everyone kissed their male best friend at some point while Seth can’t maintain a relationship and they often end with his exes asking if he’s gay. Determined to explore their own sexuality each of them turns to the same gay online dating app and only knows each other’s usernames. Seth finds what he’s always been missing in his relationships, an emotional connection, helping him to accept that he’s demi-sexual and Cohen can’t deny his feelings for the stranger who is his complete opposite in almost every way. The problem? Seth is terrified to meet Cohen in person after learning he’s a hockey player fearing his brother’s NHL career will once again outshine him. Will their connection be the same in real life as it is in their online chats or will disconnect when they learn they already knew each other from the beginning?
I REALLY hope you guys check some of these out because these are truly my favorite MM hockey romances. They’re emotional, fun, gut-wrenching, sweet, and so many other things. Many of these are part of different series that I absolutely adore and ran through and encourage you to do the same. All of these can be read using Kindle Unlimited or purchased where you typically buy books!
Now I need you to give me all of your MM hockey romance recs or talk to me about any of these that you’ve read because MM romance is one of my favorite subgenres of romance and I don’t have nearly enough people to discuss these beautiful books with!
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