Next Heated Rivalry book gets positive update following delay

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20 Apr 2026 • 10:16 PM MYT
The Independent
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Next Heated Rivalry book gets positive update following delay

  • Author Rachel Reid is currently writing Unrivaled, the next book in her “Game Changers” series, which will continue the story of Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov.
  • The release of Unrivaled has been postponed to June 2027 due to Reid's worsening Parkinson's Disease, and it will delve into the public fallout of the central couple's relationship.
  • The television adaptation of Heated Rivalry has achieved significant success, becoming one of HBO Max's most-watched new releases after its US premiere in November 2025.
  • Jacob Tierney, the show's creator, revealed that the second season, based on The Long Game, will adopt a more serious direction, focusing on the realities of maintaining a successful relationship.
  • The forthcoming second season of the TV series, scheduled for release next year, will also integrate elements and new characters from Reid's novel Role Model.

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