College romance hits different, especially when it’s spicy. These books bring all the best tropes: forced proximity, athletes, enemies-to-lovers, fake dating, bad decisions, and undeniable chemistry. Whether you’re into hockey players, frat boys, broody brainiacs, or grumpy TAs, these spicy college romance books are packed with heat, angst, and swoon-worthy moments.
1. The Deal by Elle Kennedy
The gold standard. A hockey player and a music student fake date and accidentally fall hard. Witty, charming, and way spicier than you’d expect. If you like this one, be sure to check out the entire Off-Campus series for more hockey boys, more spice, and more chaos.
2. Icebreaker by Hannah Grace
A figure skater and a hockey player are forced to share rink time — and eventually, a whole lot more. Enemies-to-lovers, forced proximity, and great banter.
3. Twisted Hate by Ana Huang
A med student and a lawyer-in-training absolutely loathe each other — until that hate turns into something much steamier. Snarky, spicy, and full of slow-burn tension.
4. The Fine Print by Lauren Asher (honorable mention for college-adjacent vibe)
While not set on campus, this one gives internship + boss’s brother tension with spice, ambition, and romantic chaos.
5. Say You Swear by Meagan Brandy
Full of secrets, heartbreak, and intense emotional rollercoasters. A love triangle, angsty college setting, and slow-burn tension that builds into serious spice.
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