All's Fair in Love and Field Hockey
by Kit Rosewater
All's Fair in Love and Field Hockey is a high-stakes, heart-pounding queer YA romance that perfectly captures the intensity of high school sports and the vulnerability of first love. Evelyn has spent her entire life training to follow in her mother’s legendary footsteps on the field hockey pitch. With a national title and a crucial scholarship on the line, she is determined to let nothing stand in her way. However, her focus is shattered when she meets Rosa Alvarez, the talented and captivating new recruit for her team's biggest rival. What starts as a fierce rivalry evolves into an unexpected alliance as the two girls strike a deal to help each other improve their game.
Ideal for readers interested in the enemies-to-lovers trope and fans of sports-driven narratives, this novel explores the pressure of family legacies and the courage it takes to forge your own path. Kit Rosewater delivers a masterclass in romantic tension, making this a great choice for teens who love stories about competitive athletes finding balance between their professional ambitions and their personal hearts. It is a must-read for anyone looking for diverse representation in contemporary young adult fiction.
Highlights:
- A compelling rivals-to-lovers romance set in the world of competitive high school sports.
- Explores deep themes of family expectations, identity, and the pressure of athletic scholarships.
- Perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Jennifer Dugan.
- Features a strong, queer female protagonist navigating her final varsity season.