Off-Campus Series By Elle Kennedy

Off-Campus series by Elle Kennedy.

Set at the fictional Briar University, this highly popular contemporary sports romance series follows four elite college hockey players—who all share an off-campus house—and the independent women who challenge them, break through their protective walls, and change their lives.

Here is a summary of each book shown in the image, in reading order:

1. The Deal (Book 1)

• The Main Characters: Hannah Wells (a smart, talented music student) and Garrett Graham (the cocky, charming hockey team captain).

• The Plot: Garrett is struggling in a philosophy class and needs a passing grade to keep playing hockey. He strikes a deal with Hannah: she will tutor him, and in exchange, he will pretend to date her to help her catch the eye of her campus crush. As their fake relationship plays out, real chemistry ignites. Along the way, they open up to each other, helping one another confront deep-seated personal insecurities and past traumas.

2. The Mistake (Book 2)

• The Main Characters: John Logan (a junior hockey star and resident playboy) and Grace Ivers (a bright, driven freshman).

• The Plot: Harboring a secret crush on his best friend’s girlfriend, Logan uses casual hookups to distract himself, leading to a passionate encounter with Grace. However, a thoughtless, emotionally immature mistake by Logan pushes her away. When Grace returns for her next year—older, wiser, and refusing to be treated like an afterthought—Logan realizes what he lost and must pull out all the stops to win her forgiveness and a second chance.

3. The Score (Book 3)

• The Main Characters: Dean Di Laurentis (the team’s most notorious, hyper-confident player) and Allie Hayes (Hannah’s feisty, theater-loving best friend).

• The Plot: Allie is facing an existential crisis with graduation approaching, compounded by a recent bad breakup. Looking for a casual, no-strings-attached rebound, she hooks up with Dean. Though Dean is used to one-night stands, their explosive connection completely throws him off his game. Allie tries to keep him at arm’s length, but as they spend more time together, casual hookups evolve into a deep, vulnerable emotional bond that forces them both to confront fears about the future.

4. The Goal (Book 4)

• The Main Characters: John Tucker (the reliable, sweet-natured team goalie) and Sabrina James (a hyper-focused, ambitious law student).

• The Plot: Sabrina has her entire life planned out: graduate, conquer law school, and escape a difficult past—and she has absolutely no time for a relationship. Tucker, who believes in love at first sight, falls hard after they share a night of surprising tenderness. Sabrina tries to walk away, but a surprise pregnancy completely shifts the game board. Tucker is determined to prove he is a true partner, patiently tearing down Sabrina’s walls to show her that building a future together doesn’t mean sacrificing her dreams.

5. The Legacy (Book 5)

• The Format: A follow-up novel composed of four interconnected novellas.

• The Plot: This book fast-forwards three years after graduation to catch up with all four couples. It provides a heartwarming, humorous look at the realities of adulthood, showcasing how the core group handles major life milestones, including an unexpected pregnancy, an elopement, a rocky proposal, and a wedding.

Core Themes: While the books are well-known for their humor, high steam, and sharp banter, the overarching series centers on chosen family, mutual emotional growth, consensual relationships, and navigating the messy transition from college to the real world.