TV series · 2025 · Crave
Is Heated Rivalry based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Heated Rivalry is based on the book Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid (2019).
Heated Rivalry is book 2 of the Game Changers series.
The TV series premiered in 2025 on Crave.
The book behind Heated Rivalry
Game Changers: books in order
- Game Changer (2018)
- Heated Rivalry (2019)
- Tough Guy (2020)
- Common Goal (2020)
- Role Model (2021)
- The Long Game (2022)
- Unrivaled (2026)
Common questions
Is Heated Rivalry based on a book?
Yes. Heated Rivalry is based on the book Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid (2019).
Who wrote the book Heated Rivalry is based on?
Heated Rivalry was written by Rachel Reid and first published in 2019.
Is Heated Rivalry part of a series?
Yes, it is book 2 in the Game Changers series.
Should I read the book before watching?
Start with Game Changer, book 1 of Heated Rivalry. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.