Verdict: A fast, steamy enemies-to-lovers romance set around a retiring MMA champion’s last fight, popular with KC Luck’s fans. Readers enjoyed the chemistry and twists; critics cite rushed romance, crowded subplots, editing errors and shaky MMA detail. Best for: Readers who want a quick, hot romance with a documentary-style sports backdrop. Heat level: Explicit Rating: … Read more
Verdict: A gritty, Rocky-flavoured MMA romance that takes a supporting character from The Clinch into the world of underground fighting. Fans found it intense and impossible to put down; some felt Laila had changed too much from the first book or that the romance lacked spark. Best for: Readers who love fight scenes, underdog comebacks … Read more
Updated on October 8, 2026 Verdict: The rare sports romance where the sport is written as well as the love story — an award-winning MMA rivals-to-lovers about two women who are contractually obliged to try to knock each other out. Best for: Readers who want high-stakes rivals-to-lovers with real physical craft on the page, a … Read more