Ride The Wave - A must-read for summer 2025, spicy sports rom-com perfect for fans of sizzling love stories and forced proximity

Wimbledon meets Blue Crush in this sexy sports romance, where sports writer Iris accompanies former pro surfer Leo as he attempts to qualify for Australia's legendary Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach contest.
Wimbledon meets Blue Crush in this sexy sports romance, where sports writer Iris accompanies former pro surfer Leo as he attempts to qualify for Australia's legendary Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach contest.

A brand new spicy sports rom-com, perfect for fans of sizzling chemistry and forced proximity. Readers of ICEBREAKER and THE FAKE OUT will LOVE this epic romance!

'As sexy as it is sweet, this is the perfect beach read!' - Catherine Walsh, the bestselling author of Snowed In

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In surfing, everyone's chasing the perfect ride...

Twelve years ago, Leo Silva was a world champion surfer-until reckless partying and tabloid scandals ended his career. After a mysteriously sudden and early retirement, Leo retreated to a sleepy seaside village in Portugal, where he's remained out of the spotlight ever since. But when he receives a surprise invitation to compete in Australia's legendary Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach contest, the news of his comeback sends shockwaves through the surf world.

Enter Iris Gray, an ambitious sports journalist from London. Her editor wants her to make Leo and his comeback the topic of glossy Studio magazine's next big feature, b ut there's one small catch - he happens to be the son of TV star and media proprietor Michelle Martin, the owner of Studio. With a lot of pressure riding on this project and Iris's career hanging in the balance, there's simply no room for mistakes.

When Iris flies to Portugal, she expects to uncover the truth behind Leo's infamous past, but she is unprepared for his stubbornness-or the undeniable chemistry that simmers between them. But as her interviewee and the boss's son, Leo is strictly off-limits...

With a fierce rival threatening to derail Leo's comeback and the competition fast approaching, can they stay focused on their goals, or will love pull them under?

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Perfect for fans of:
Sports romance
Forced proximity
Forbidden love
Spicy love stories

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Readers LOVE Katherine Reilly:

'A delightful read, full of angst, romance and heapings of humour!' - NetGalley reviewer, 5_

'I LOVED this book... It made m e cry, giggle, scream and everything in between!' - NetGalley reviewer, 5_

'Honestly, now I want more romances like this in my life.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5_

''So well-written... full of charm and just the right amount of spice.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5_

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Well, I guess I'm obsessed with surfing now. With two electric main characters and a sizzling slow burn romance that's as sexy as it is sweet, Ride The Wave is the perfect beach read. I devoured it! Catherine Walsh, author of Snowed In