Spiral
Spiral by Bal Khabra, published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc on January 28, 2025, is a contemporary romance novel that explores the dynamics of fame and relationships. The story follows Elias Westbrook, a newly drafted hockey player for the Toronto Thunder, who grapples with the pressures of media attention. Seeking to escape the spotlight, he enters a fake-dating arrangement with Sage Beaumont, an aspiring ballerina looking to enhance her online presence. As their initial agreement begins to blur, both characters must confront their feelings and decide whether to take a leap of faith together.
Readers will find a narrative rich in themes of romance and personal growth, set against the backdrop of sports and performing arts. The book delves into the complexities of a multicultural and interracial relationship, highlighting the challenges and joys that come with it. With a page count of 368, this edition presents a dual perspective that allows readers to engage deeply with both Elias and Sage’s journeys. Spiral is the second installment in the Off the Ice series, promising an engaging blend of humor and emotional tension.
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He’s on edge while she’s en pointe in this fake-dating sports romance from the author of the smash hit Collide.
‘Fake-dating goodness filled with delicious tension’ Lana Ferguson, author of The Nanny
Elias Westbrook, a newly drafted hockey player for the Toronto Thunder, is facing the challenges of fame and media scrutiny. The tabloids are reporting on his every move, including which woman he was last seen with, but all he wants to do is escape the spotlight.
Enter from stage left Sage Beaumont, an aspiring ballerina whose lack of popularity online has put her at a major disadvantage for securing the roles she dreams of. When Sage finds herself with the chance to change her luck by fake-dating Elias, she takes her shot.
Soon enough, the flimsy rules they set in place fall away. But before things can spiral out of control, Sage and Elias will have to decide if they’re willing to take the leap together or if they’ll have to call it quits.
‘Bal Khabra is a master of swoon, and lovable characters. I dare you to try and read one of her novels in more than one sitting — they’re simply unputdownable.’ Hannah Bonam-Young, author of Out on a Limb
If you love…
Hockey player x ballerina
Fake-dating
Slow burn
Forced proximity
Multi-racial characters
Found family
Dual POV
… you’re going to love Spiral
Readers love Spiral…
‘The banter and chemistry was everything in this book’
‘Perfect, it was just perfect’
‘Bal Khabra is quickly becoming one of my favourite sports romance authors!’
‘Bal Khabra never disappoints. I will read anything she will write. PERIOD.’
Spiral is the second book in the Off the Ice series.
The next book in the Off the Ice series, Revolve, will be out in October and is available to pre-order now.
Spiral ranked No. 6 in the Sunday Times bestseller chart week ending 01/02/2025.
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